Practice Nurse

We are looking for a Practice Nurse for 20 hours per week on a fixed term two year contract. As a Practice Nurse working for us, you will be expected to deliver high standards of care, communicate effectively, and engage with patients in meaningful ways - as well as collaborate with the wider clinical team and administrative staff. This is a setting where your professional values will align with the organisation's and you'll have the space and resources to contribute your best. If you're a Practice Nurse who: values a patient-centred approach enjoys working as part of a supportive team wants to be in a general practice environment where you make a real difference seeks a workplace where your professionalism and care are genuinely respected, then Peterloo Medical Centre is the place to apply. The successful applicant will be joining an organisation with solid values, a clear mission, an accessible and inclusive environment and above all, a team committed to making high quality care happen every day. Main duties of the job The post holder will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of the practice and patients, and will play an integral part in delivering the KPIs for the Practice. You will have a varied caseload, including: Chronic Disease Management, preventative care, immunisations, patient education. Your work matters - you will see the difference you make in the lives of people in the local community, not just box ticking. We are hugely invested in "grow your own" meaning working for us will give you the chance to expand your skills, engage with quality improvement, patient education programmes, group consultations - all factors that enhance job satisfaction and career progression. The post holder will be responsible for leading on the practice Infection Prevention and Control audits. About us At Peterloo Medical Centre, our aim is to provide the highest possible standard of communication and interaction with our patients, staff and local community. Working at Peterloo means you'll be part of a cohesive, forward thinking clinical and administrative team, where every role matters. Some of the defining features of our team culture include: Collaborative environment - we believe in working together to improve patient outcomes and staff satisfaction Respect for individuals - every patient, staff member and visitor is treated with dignity and respect. Community-Focused - You'll be engaging with patients, carers and families in our local community, making your role meaningful and impactful Supportive yet high performing - We aim high in terms of standards and service, but recognise that good work is done by well-supported people If you thrive in an environment where you're not just a number, but a valued member of a team with shared values and real purpose, then you will feel at home here. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of those we care for through the provision of high quality, safe, responsive general practice services. We promote an honest, open culture with accountability for actions, and we believe in evolving and improving our services. Job responsibilities The Practice Nurse will work collaboratively with the General Practice team to provide and develop high quality, evidence based nursing services to the practice population. This role involves managing long-term conditions, delivering health promotion, disease prevention and supporting patients in self-management. The post holder will play a vital role in delivering holistic patient care, aligned with the NHS values of compassion, respect and commitment to quality of care, while working in a friendly, supportive and forward thinking team environment. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care Deliver General Practice Nursing services including chronic disease management (e.g. Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, Hypertension) Undertake cervical cytology, immunisations and vaccinations (child and adult), ECGs and health screening Provide health education and lifestyle advice to promote well-being and disease prevention Support patients in understanding and managing their long-term conditions through evidence based care and self-management plans Participate in infection prevention and control, vaccine storage and cold chain maintenance Perform clinical audits, maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with CQC, Infection Control and Safeguarding standards Participate in Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Enhanced Services Delivery Leadership and Teamwork Work collaboratively with GPs, HCAs and the wider multidisciplinary team Support the development of nursing services within the practice and contribute to team meetings Supervise and mentor junior staff (e.g. phlebotomist, GPA, HCA) when appropriate Contribute to a positive, respectful and inclusive workplace culture Professional Development Maintain clinical competence through ongoing professional education, CPD, and NMC revalidation Participate in appraisal and reflective practice Engage with clinical supervision, in-house training and external learning opportunities Take responsibility for personal learning and performance, working towards agreed objectives Governance and Quality Work within the policies, protocols and clinical governance framework of the practice Ensure safe, effective and efficient clinical practice consistent with national and local guidelines Support quality improvement initiatives and practice development projects Maintain confidentiality and data protection in line with GDPR and NHS standards Person Specification Experience Minimum 1-2 years post-registration nursing experience, Previous experience of working as a Practice Nurse in General Practice, Experience of Chronic disease management, Immunisation and vaccination experience, Cervical Cytology training and updates. Experience of leading on Infection Prevention and Control Audits. Skills and Knowledge Excellent clinical assessment and decision making skills, Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of QOF, Clinical Audits, and CQC requirements, Experience using EMIS Web or similar clinical systems, Health promotion and community engagement experience, Mentorship / Supervision of junior staff or students. Personal Attributes Compassionate, approachable and patient-centered, Reliable, flexible and self motivated, Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, Team player with a proactive attitude. Enthusiastic about service improvement and innovation, Awareness of local population health needs. Qualifications Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration, Evidence of continuing professional development. Diploma or degree in Practice Nursing or equivalent, Independent Nurse Prescriber or working towards. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr