Job summary
We are currently looking to
appoint an experienced part-time practice nurse for 25 hrs per week, to
join our other two practice nurses and work alongside our friendly, highly
motivated, forward thinking practice team, who pride themselves in training our
staff well.
We are part of Erewash Health
Partnership which, in itself brings a wealth of support and possibilities,
enabling our staff to work alongside staff from the other 6 member practices.
We are high achieving in QOF and
have Good CQC rating.
At Gladstone we have a tight knit team, who
pride themselves on working well together, with a strong work ethic and a team
who provide mentoring and support on an on-going basis.
This team includes 3 GP Partners, 3 Salaried
GPs, 1 x ACP, 2 Nurses and a supportive admin and cleaning team.We
are also supported by our PCN and CCG pharmacists, midwife and care
co-ordinators.
We pride ourselves on being a patient focused
practice.
We also train Yr 1 & 2 medical students,
along with student nurses and work experience school leavers.
.
Main duties of the job
Some of the wide
range of duties involved will include COPD/Asthma/Diabetes/Minor
illnesses/Immunisations/Travel Advice/Cervical Smears/Learning Disabilities and Spirometry.
The role will involve patient contact both F2F and on the telephone.This is a varied role and would include visiting patients in their own homes/care homes along with undertaking duties in cytology, chronic disease management, wound care, ear irrigation
List size 5,000.
IT System: SystmOne
About us
Gladstone House Surgery is a dynamic,
friendly practice offering an exciting new opportunity for an enthusiastic and
highly motivated, flexible and pro-active Practice Nurse to join our innovative
and progressive team due to retirement.
Support and mentorship.
You will be supported by our surgery
team and have regular training
The post is for 25hrs per week.
S1 Practice.
Free parking for
staff is available on site, along with a well-equipped kitchen and staff room
area
Job description
Job responsibilities
Treatment Room Nurse
Experience in Cytology & Immunisations, chronic diseases and ear
syringing
High level of computing skills
Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system an advantage
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work flexibly as part of a small, friendly team
of Practice Nurses and the wider surgery team
Good understanding of Health & Safety & infection
control.
Working within new boundaries created by the current COVID-19
pandemic
Job description
Job responsibilities
Treatment Room Nurse
Experience in Cytology & Immunisations, chronic diseases and ear
syringing
High level of computing skills
Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system an advantage
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work flexibly as part of a small, friendly team
of Practice Nurses and the wider surgery team
Good understanding of Health & Safety & infection
control.
Working within new boundaries created by the current COVID-19
pandemic
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- A good standard of personal health
- Flexibility regarding working hours
- Car driver/owner with clean licence
- Personable
Desirable
- Non smoker
- Good levels of attendance
- Little sickness absence
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Evidence of recent clinical training
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing academic development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health care environment
- Computer literacy of clinical systems
- Experience of providing healthcare services to patients
- Experience of dealing with multi-agency working and dealing with members of the public.
Desirable
- Previous Practice Nurse experience preferable
- Experience of TPP SystmOne
Knowledge & Skillls
Essential
- Competent in the range of duties specified in the Job Description
- Specific nursing skills to meet the needs of patients with chronic disease conditions
- Awareness of clinical governance and the need to work according to clinical protocols
Desirable
- Excellent communication skills to diverse groups of people.
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- COPD, Spirometry and chronic disease management.
- Awareness of Quality Outcomes Framework and how to deliver in a viable manner that meets the needs of patients
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Able to demonstrate continuing enthusiasm to developing nursing skills
- Understanding, acceptance and compliance with Confidentiality
- Ability to exercise sound judgement
- Able to work without direct supervision and ascertain own workload priorities
- Able to handle work pressures
- Able to work in a changing NHS environment
Desirable
- A good standard of numeracy
- A good standard of literacy
- A good standard of computing skills
- Able to supervise others and monitor workloads/resources
- Able to work independently within boundaries
- Able to use initiative
- Able to be a good team member of different work groups
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- A good standard of personal health
- Flexibility regarding working hours
- Car driver/owner with clean licence
- Personable
Desirable
- Non smoker
- Good levels of attendance
- Little sickness absence
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Evidence of recent clinical training
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing academic development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health care environment
- Computer literacy of clinical systems
- Experience of providing healthcare services to patients
- Experience of dealing with multi-agency working and dealing with members of the public.
Desirable
- Previous Practice Nurse experience preferable
- Experience of TPP SystmOne
Knowledge & Skillls
Essential
- Competent in the range of duties specified in the Job Description
- Specific nursing skills to meet the needs of patients with chronic disease conditions
- Awareness of clinical governance and the need to work according to clinical protocols
Desirable
- Excellent communication skills to diverse groups of people.
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- COPD, Spirometry and chronic disease management.
- Awareness of Quality Outcomes Framework and how to deliver in a viable manner that meets the needs of patients
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Able to demonstrate continuing enthusiasm to developing nursing skills
- Understanding, acceptance and compliance with Confidentiality
- Ability to exercise sound judgement
- Able to work without direct supervision and ascertain own workload priorities
- Able to handle work pressures
- Able to work in a changing NHS environment
Desirable
- A good standard of numeracy
- A good standard of literacy
- A good standard of computing skills
- Able to supervise others and monitor workloads/resources
- Able to work independently within boundaries
- Able to use initiative
- Able to be a good team member of different work groups
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
