Job summary
Practice
Nurse Asthma Specialist
Location: Batheaston
Medical Centre
Hours: 20 hours
Batheaston Medical Centre is a warm, patient centred
village practice dedicated to providing high quality, compassionate care. Our
team takes pride in putting the needs of our patients first, and we are now
looking for a Practice Nurse with experience in Asthma management and reviews
to join our supportive clinical team.
About the
Role
We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable
Practice Nurse who has experience in conducting Asthma reviews and is confident
in managing Asthma patients in line with current best practice guidelines. The
ideal candidate will be committed to delivering excellent patient care and
working collaboratively within a small, friendly team.
Key
Responsibilities
Conduct
asthma reviews and support patients in managing their respiratory conditions
Provide
evidence based advice, education, and self management plans
Work
autonomously while contributing positively to the wider clinical team
Deliver
high quality nursing care across a range of general practice services
About You
We would love to hear from you if you are:
A qualified
and registered Practice Nurse
Experienced
in conducting Asthma reviews, ideally with relevant training or accreditation
Compassionate,
patient focused, and adaptable
A team
player with excellent communication skills
Keen to
contribute to a practice that values community care and continuity
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Practice Nurse
The Practice Nurse will work as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver high quality, evidence based nursing care to patients. Key responsibilities include:
Clinical Duties
Provide comprehensive long term condition management.
Undertake cervical cytology, immunisations (childhood and adult), wound care.
Manage and treat minor illnesses and injuries within scope of competence.Provide travel health advice and vaccinations.
Support and deliver screening and prevention programmes in line with national and local guidelines.
Deliver health promotion and education, empowering patients to self manage their conditions.
About us
Batheaston Medical Centre is a welcoming, village based GP practice at the heart of the local community. We are proud of our strong values, our patient centred ethos, and our commitment to delivering high quality, compassionate care to the people we serve. As a smaller practice, we know our patients well and place great emphasis on continuity, kindness and treating every individual with respect.
Our team embodies a supportive, collaborative culture where everyone works together for the good of our patients. The nursing team is highly cohesive, with a genuine commitment to teamwork, shared learning, and providing safe, effective care. We value open communication, mutual support and a positive working environment where each member of the team can contribute and thrive.
At Batheaston, patients truly come first. We continually strive to improve our services, listen to our community, and deliver healthcare that is responsive, personal and rooted in the values of a traditional village practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will play a key role in delivering high quality, patient centred nursing care within Batheaston Medical Centre. Working as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide a wide range of clinical services that reflect the needs of our village community. They will be responsible for assessing, planning and implementing nursing care while maintaining a strong commitment to the core values of the practice, ensuring that every patient receives compassionate, safe and effective support.
The role includes undertaking chronic disease management, providing patients with comprehensive reviews and evidence based advice to support self management and ongoing well being. The nurse will also deliver essential services including cervical cytology, routine and travel immunisations, wound care, ear care, health checks and other clinical interventions appropriate to their training and competence. They will maintain high standards of infection control, uphold safe cold chain procedures and contribute to the delivery of national screening, prevention and health promotion programmes.
The Practice Nurse will be expected to work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists and administrative colleagues, contributing to a cohesive and supportive culture where communication is open and teamwork is valued. They will participate in clinical meetings, quality improvement activity, and the development of practice protocols and pathways, helping to enhance the overall effectiveness of the service. Accurate and timely clinical documentation is essential, as is adherence to professional standards set out by the NMC.
As part of a dedicated and close knit nursing team, the post holder will contribute to a working environment characterised by mutual respect, shared learning and a collective commitment to putting patients first. They may also be involved in supporting the development of junior colleagues or students where appropriate. Continuous professional development is encouraged and supported, and the nurse will be expected to keep their skills and knowledge up to date to ensure the delivery of high quality care.
Above all, the Practice Nurse will embody the values of Batheaston Medical Centre, providing care that is personal, responsive and rooted in the ethos of a traditional village practice, where the well being of patients remains at the heart of everything we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will play a key role in delivering high quality, patient centred nursing care within Batheaston Medical Centre. Working as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide a wide range of clinical services that reflect the needs of our village community. They will be responsible for assessing, planning and implementing nursing care while maintaining a strong commitment to the core values of the practice, ensuring that every patient receives compassionate, safe and effective support.
The role includes undertaking chronic disease management, providing patients with comprehensive reviews and evidence based advice to support self management and ongoing well being. The nurse will also deliver essential services including cervical cytology, routine and travel immunisations, wound care, ear care, health checks and other clinical interventions appropriate to their training and competence. They will maintain high standards of infection control, uphold safe cold chain procedures and contribute to the delivery of national screening, prevention and health promotion programmes.
The Practice Nurse will be expected to work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists and administrative colleagues, contributing to a cohesive and supportive culture where communication is open and teamwork is valued. They will participate in clinical meetings, quality improvement activity, and the development of practice protocols and pathways, helping to enhance the overall effectiveness of the service. Accurate and timely clinical documentation is essential, as is adherence to professional standards set out by the NMC.
As part of a dedicated and close knit nursing team, the post holder will contribute to a working environment characterised by mutual respect, shared learning and a collective commitment to putting patients first. They may also be involved in supporting the development of junior colleagues or students where appropriate. Continuous professional development is encouraged and supported, and the nurse will be expected to keep their skills and knowledge up to date to ensure the delivery of high quality care.
Above all, the Practice Nurse will embody the values of Batheaston Medical Centre, providing care that is personal, responsive and rooted in the ethos of a traditional village practice, where the well being of patients remains at the heart of everything we do.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
- Experience with Asthma reviews
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
- Experience with Asthma reviews
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).