Job summary
PWE is a group of three GP Practices which sit under the management of East Lancashire Teaching Hospitals (ELHT) . Staff within the practice are employed by ELHT which is a relatively new but increasingly common arrangement supporting Primary, Secondary and Community Care to collaborate in the best interests of the patients.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy GP Practice in the delivery of nursing to our patients.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering a variety of care to the patient population. Responsible for a number of clinical areas such as Health Promotion, Chronic Disease Management, Ill Health Prevention, Well Woman and Well Man Clinics and other specialisms within your scope of practice.
Main duties of the job
The role is central to the delivery of care to the practice population and will be a key member of the multi disciplinary team
This is an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our patients. Although this post is based at Pendle Valley Mills, Yarnspinners there may be occasions where the successful candidate is asked to provide cover at one of out alternative sites it is crucial that applicants have a flexible approach to work with the willingness and ability to work as part of the wider team
A job descr iption is attached along with a person specification
About us
As a Primary Care practice we provide care to children and adults across the three PWE Practices of Pendle Valley Mills, Fairmore and Accrington Victoria with surgeries in Nelson, Brierfield, Accringtom and Rawtenstall
These practices are managed by ELHT and as such the successful candidate will have access to all the benefits this offers; learning and development Opportunities, Staff Wellbeing resources and events, staff discount schemes etc.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and person specification are attached and candidates are advised to keep these in mind when completing the application
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and person specification are attached and candidates are advised to keep these in mind when completing the application
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of Immunisation Training with recent assessment of competence
- Ability to deliver a high standard of evidence based patient care
Desirable
- Post Graduate Qualification
- NMC Assessor accreditation
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 6 months relevant primary care experience
- Clinical knowledge and experience of Immunisation, Venepucture, Women's Health, Diabetes, Hypertension. Cardiovascular Disease. Coronary Disease, Cytology
- Experience of working autonomously within scope with the confidence to understand when to seek support
Desirable
- Experience of Chronic Disease Management, Travel medicine, Mental health, ECG, Chaperoning
- Experience of requesting diagnostics, i.e. pathology and of interpreting the results and taking appropriate action
- Experience of using health promotion strategy
- Understanding of PGDs and associated policy
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Communication Skills - written, face to face and telephone)
- Strong IT skills - Outlook, Office , EMIS
- Competent in Document Management Systems
- Effective time management
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to follow clinical policy and process
Desirable
- Experience of audit
- Experience of clinical risk management
- Leadership and Management skills
- Evidence of research and development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Polite and Professional approach
- Flexible approach to the role
- Forward thinking, motivated and committed to quality
- Ability to work under pressure whilst prioritising the needs of the patient
- Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of the patient
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of Immunisation Training with recent assessment of competence
- Ability to deliver a high standard of evidence based patient care
Desirable
- Post Graduate Qualification
- NMC Assessor accreditation
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 6 months relevant primary care experience
- Clinical knowledge and experience of Immunisation, Venepucture, Women's Health, Diabetes, Hypertension. Cardiovascular Disease. Coronary Disease, Cytology
- Experience of working autonomously within scope with the confidence to understand when to seek support
Desirable
- Experience of Chronic Disease Management, Travel medicine, Mental health, ECG, Chaperoning
- Experience of requesting diagnostics, i.e. pathology and of interpreting the results and taking appropriate action
- Experience of using health promotion strategy
- Understanding of PGDs and associated policy
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Communication Skills - written, face to face and telephone)
- Strong IT skills - Outlook, Office , EMIS
- Competent in Document Management Systems
- Effective time management
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to follow clinical policy and process
Desirable
- Experience of audit
- Experience of clinical risk management
- Leadership and Management skills
- Evidence of research and development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Polite and Professional approach
- Flexible approach to the role
- Forward thinking, motivated and committed to quality
- Ability to work under pressure whilst prioritising the needs of the patient
- Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of the patient
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
