Practice Nurse

Job summary We are looking for an enthusiasticperson to join our friendly nursing team for 2 days a week.General Practice Nurse and clinic roomduties to be undertaken to include dressings, adult Imms, CVD reviews, Bloods,BP/ECG, ear checks, cancer care reviews and health checks.
We are looking for 2 days a week on a Wednesdayand Friday plus the opportunity to help out with holiday and sickness cover asavailable.Primary Care experience is desirable butnot essential as appropriate training will be given to the right candidate.Salary is dependent on previousexperience and skill level.
Main duties of the job Routine tasks relating to patient care.Basic and complex wound care.Removal of sutures/clips/staples.Urinalysis.Ear Syringing.Performs ECGs.Venepuncture and preparation of pathology samples.BP measurement.CVD reviews.Health checks.Adult Immunisations.Cancer care reviews.
About us Church Stretton Medical Practice is situated at the bottom of the Stretton Hills and is a rural practice within South West Shropshire.
The current patient list size is approximately 7,200 patients.We are a friendly and professional team that works hard to provide the best service we can to our population.
We have a high percentage of patients over the age of 65 years.
Job description Job responsibilities Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by lead nurse and GPs Provide basic and complex wound care to patients Perform the removal of sutures/clips/staples Perform urinalysis Perform ear syringing Perform ECGs Venepuncture and the preparation of pathology samples Conduct blood pressure measurements Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Assist GPs with minor surgery and female health clinics if required.
Request basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Follow agreed clinical protocols with referral to lead nurse or GPs as appropriate Maintain nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required Undertake housekeeping duties including general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms At all times maintain a high standard of data entry and consistency in patient records Attend mandatory training and any other training deemed appropriate to maintain and develop skill levels Maintain a high professional standard of nursing care and keep up to date with all aspects of nursing care relevant to the post Participate in the annual appraisal process, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintain work areas in a clean, tidy and safe way and free form hazards Participate in the administrative systems of the practice Advise the lead nurse/practice manager of potential problems/errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any relevant internal and external meetings as required.
Participate in audit where appropriate Awareness of own limitations and experience Ensure all Data Protection requirements are met when gathering, recording, storing and sharing Patient data; both manually and on Clinical Systems.
Maintain patients privacy and strict confidentiality at all times.
Work only in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and within the Scope of Professional Practice Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Commitment to the effective use of practice and NHS resources Maintain Infection Control and Health and Safety (within policy guidelines) at all times in the workplace Support the equality, diversity, rights and responsibilities of all patients, carers and colleagues alike in a way which is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and carers Contribute to the implementation and improvement of all services within the Practice.
Work safely at all times in accordance with Legislative requirements and Practice policy and procedures.
This job description is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation.
You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable additional duties which may be requested from time-to-time.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education.
Registered nurse.
Membership of a professional body.
Experience Essential Practical experience of working with others.
Experience of using own initiative.
Desirable Experience of working within General Practice.
Practical experience of computerised recording systems.
Experience in Practice Nursing or other relevant area of nursing.
Experience of complex dressings.
Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
IT skills and willing to learn.
Time Management and the ability to work to deadlines.
Problem solving skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Behaviours Essential Performing under pressure.
Adaptability.
Team Working.
Self motivated.
Flexibility.
Confidentiality.
Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance.
Knowledge and understanding of infection control.
Understanding of patient confidentiality.
Desirable An understanding of a General Practice environment.
Some knowledge of practice's clinical systems.