Job summary
Are you looking to contribute your skills in a dynamic and
supportive environment? A fantastic opportunity to join our multi-disciplinary
team ARRS Team and be a part of the overall vision of Coventry & Rugby GP
Alliance has become available, and we are currently seeking a driven and
dedicated individual to fill the role of General Practice Nurse with Skyward
PCN.
In this position, you will support us with achieving our
goals, while also contributing to the overall success of our organisation.
The post holder is expected to have competence in long-term
condition management, managing long-term conditions and caring for elderly,
frail, housebound, or care home patients. They should also be capable of managing raised blood pressure, Cholesterol,
Diabetes, Asthma, COPD care and have EMIS experience.
GP practice experience is also essential,
including supporting and managing a wider practice team - HCAs, Nursing
Associates, Nurses.
The candidate must also have current
UK professional registration.
They must have their own transport and ability to drive.
If you're excited by the prospect of tackling new
challenges, collaborating with a dynamic team, and helping shape the future of
our organisation, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and take the
first step toward an exciting new chapter in your career.
Main duties of the job
Managing long-term conditions and caring for elderly, frail, housebound, or
care home patients.
Supporting and managing a wider practice team
(HCAs, Nursing Associates, Nurses).
Managingraised blood
pressure, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Asthma, COPD care
EMIS experience.
About us
Coventry & Rugby GP Alliance is a private company limited by shares, wholly owned by local Coventry and Rugby GP practices. As a GP led organisation, we represent 54 GP Practice shareholders and cover nearly 420,000 patients.
We take pride in offering a robust range of benefits to support our employees, including:
- Annual Leave: Enjoy 27 days of annual leave for full-time employees, in addition to bank holidays.
- Sick Pay: Our enhanced sick pay policy ensures you are supported during times of illness.
- Pension Scheme: Access to the NHS pension scheme to secure your financial future.
- Enhanced Maternity Leave: We provide generous maternity leave to support new parents.
- Paternity Leave: We also offer paternity leave to allow new fathers to bond with their new borns.
- Blue Light Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive discounts available for our staff. After probation you can make a expense claim for the price of your blue light discount card and receive full reimbursement!
- Employee Assistance Network: Access support through our employee advice network for personal and professional challenges 365 days a year 24/7.
- Internal Awards: We recognise and celebrate the achievements of our staff through internal awards.
Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from a variety of discounts that enhance your overall employee experience
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
Long-Term Condition Management and Elderly Care
Lead and manage long-term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and cholesterol management.
Provide care for elderly, frail, and housebound patients, including those in care homes.
Conduct home visits as required.
Support quality improvement and assurance initiatives within the PCN.
General Practice Nursing Duties
Conduct chronic disease management within the scope of expertise.
Provide immunisations, including:
Routine influenza, pneumococcal, shingles vaccinations.
Infant immunisation and travel health care vaccinations.
Perform cervical smears, pregnancy tests, and contraceptive advice.
Assist GPs with minor surgeries and coil fittings if required.
Carry out ECGs, venepuncture, urinalysis, and wound care including ulcer management and suture removal.
Review and action pathology tests such as urine culture and swabs where appropriate.
Chaperone and assist patients being examined by other clinicians.
Leadership & Team Support
Mentor and supervise any new-to-practice nurses, nursing associates, and HCAs.
Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to enhance patient care.
Promote public health and screening programs, including immunisations and cervical screening.
Integrate population health management approaches to reduce health inequalities.
Clinical Governance and Compliance
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, including prescribing audits and reviews if qualified.
Adhere to NMC revalidation requirements and practice within the NMC Code of Conduct.
Follow infection control policies and ensure safe handling of specimens.
Contribute to audits and service evaluations.
Support the effective use of NHS resources and practice policies.
Practice and Housekeeping Duties
Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of nursing and treatment rooms.
Maintain and clean clinical equipment.
Monitor and order medical stock, drugs, and vaccinations.
Attend and contribute to practice meetings and training sessions.
Health and Safety Responsibilities
Comply with national infection control standards and health and safety guidelines.
Ensure safe handling, storage, and transport of specimens.
Identify risks in work activities and take necessary precautions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
Long-Term Condition Management and Elderly Care
Lead and manage long-term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and cholesterol management.
Provide care for elderly, frail, and housebound patients, including those in care homes.
Conduct home visits as required.
Support quality improvement and assurance initiatives within the PCN.
General Practice Nursing Duties
Conduct chronic disease management within the scope of expertise.
Provide immunisations, including:
Routine influenza, pneumococcal, shingles vaccinations.
Infant immunisation and travel health care vaccinations.
Perform cervical smears, pregnancy tests, and contraceptive advice.
Assist GPs with minor surgeries and coil fittings if required.
Carry out ECGs, venepuncture, urinalysis, and wound care including ulcer management and suture removal.
Review and action pathology tests such as urine culture and swabs where appropriate.
Chaperone and assist patients being examined by other clinicians.
Leadership & Team Support
Mentor and supervise any new-to-practice nurses, nursing associates, and HCAs.
Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to enhance patient care.
Promote public health and screening programs, including immunisations and cervical screening.
Integrate population health management approaches to reduce health inequalities.
Clinical Governance and Compliance
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, including prescribing audits and reviews if qualified.
Adhere to NMC revalidation requirements and practice within the NMC Code of Conduct.
Follow infection control policies and ensure safe handling of specimens.
Contribute to audits and service evaluations.
Support the effective use of NHS resources and practice policies.
Practice and Housekeeping Duties
Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of nursing and treatment rooms.
Maintain and clean clinical equipment.
Monitor and order medical stock, drugs, and vaccinations.
Attend and contribute to practice meetings and training sessions.
Health and Safety Responsibilities
Comply with national infection control standards and health and safety guidelines.
Ensure safe handling, storage, and transport of specimens.
Identify risks in work activities and take necessary precautions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives.
- Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements.
- Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
- Spirometry training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives.
- Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements.
- Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
- Spirometry training.
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).
