Practice Nurse

Practice Nurse – Castlefields Surgery Location: Castlefields Surgery, Stafford, ST16 1BS, NHS West Midlands, England, United Kingdom. Job Summary Job role: Practice NurseJob type: PermanentSalary: £20 per hourWorking hours: 12–16 hours per week, Monday & Thursday Main Duties Long‑Term Condition Management & Elderly Care Lead and manage long‑term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD and cholesterol management. 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, infant 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 new-to-practice nurses, nursing associates and HCAs. Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to enhance patient care. Promote public health and screening programmes, including immunisations and cervical screening. Integrate population health management approaches to reduce health inequalities. Clinical Governance & 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 & 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 & 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. Other Role involves managing long‑term conditions and caring for elderly, frail, housebound or care home patients. Person Specification Essential Previous primary care experience. Experience of NHS IT Systems EMIS. Good level of communication skills both verbal and written which can be tailored to a wide range of stakeholders. Good level of ICT knowledge and skills. Good organisational skills and time management. Professional, calm and efficient manner. Self‑motivated, can work well independently and within a team. Works safely and effectively when working autonomously and in conjunction with other health care professionals. 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 Experience of clinical audit, evaluation research and implementation of evidence based practice. Understanding of national and local guidelines. Understand clinical governance and risk management. 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. Visa Sponsorship We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position; applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Application Information Please note that we may close this advert ahead of the closing date once we have received enough qualified applications. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Part‑time Job Function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals Employer Details Castlefields Surgery Castle Way, Stafford, ST16 1BS https://www.castlefieldssurgery.nhs.uk/your-surgery/ #J-18808-Ljbffr