Practice Nurse

1 week ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom Colby Medical Centre Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join ourhealthcare team. As a Practice Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providinghigh-quality patient care and assisting with various medical procedures. Thisis an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about healthcareand want to make a positive impact on patients' lives.

Main duties of the job

Provide direct patient care, including conducting assessments, administering vacines and performing treatments- Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures- Monitor patients' vital signs and record medical information accurately- Educate patients on health management and provide guidance on preventive care- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient careplans- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain a clean andsafe environment- Adhere to professional standards, ethical guidelines, and legal requirements

About us

At Colby Medical Centre, we pride ourselves on a dynamic and inclusive team environment where everyone's contributions are valued and celebrated. Let me introduce you to some key aspects of our team:

Team: Our team is comprised of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique skills and perspectives to the table. We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we encourage open communication and idea-sharing among team members.

Work Ethic: We have a strong work ethic rooted in professionalism, integrity, and excellence. Our team members are dedicated and driven, always striving to deliver high-quality work and exceed expectations. We value accountability, initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement, and we encourage employees to take ownership of their work and make meaningful contributions to the success of the organisation.

Overall, working at our organisation is not just a job it's an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally. We're committed to creating a positive and fulfilling work experience for all our employees, and we invite you to join us on this journey.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

To provide nursing services to patients, including treatment, screening and advice during routine clinics. To undertake diagnostic tests including blood glucose monitoring, PERF and urinalysis. To advise and supervise patients use of devices including PERF meters, urinary diagnostic sticks and blood glucose monitoring. To take and dispatch according to Practice policy laboratory specimens including blood, urine, swabs and smears. To provide immunisations for all ages and diseases and to know the contraindications and side effects of vaccinations. To provide immunisations and health advice to patients travelling abroad as per practice policy. To maintain nursing treatment room, consultation rooms and utility rooms in good order.

Clinical:

To work within the Primary Care Team at Colby Medical Centre and utilise chronic disease care planning templates to effectively assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes Framework and Practice vision including:

o CDM reviews

o Asthma reviews

o Atrial Fibrillation reviews

o Coronary Heart Disease reviews

o Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

o Diabetes

o Learning Difficulties/Disabilities

o Dementia

o Rheumatoid Arthritis

o Peripheral Arterial Disease

o Heart Failure

o Epilepsy

o Chronic Kidney Disease

o Impaired Glucose Regulation

o Hypertension

Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.

Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.

Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately.

Perform cervical screening, pill checks and promote breast awareness.

Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs as per Practice policy.

Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as or if required diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc.

Contribute to the maintenance of the practice disease registers.

Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients with healthy lifestyle choices and refer appropriately.

Provide and adult and childhood immunisation service working to Patient Group Directions.

Deliver travel health care including vaccination and advice.

Recognise the signs of child above, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and is aware of local referral procedures.

Ensure that current evidence based approaches to patients are standard practice.

Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and bodily fluid spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.

Undertake annual training and demonstrate competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques.

Exercise an autonomous role in prescribing from the independent nurse prescribing formulary in accordance with The Medical Products: Prescription by Nurses Act 1992, taking into account the NMC guidelines for the Administrations of Medicines 2002 within the scope of national and local protocols

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC Registration. Basic life support training.

Desirable

Relevant training for childhood immunisation, cytology, chronic disease management including asthma, AF, CHD, diabetes, LD, Dementia, RA, PAD, HF, Epilepsy, CKD. Leadership and/or management training.

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience working in general practice. Experience managing acute minor illness. Experience in implementing clinical guidelines and protocols Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

Ability to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity. A commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from all communities. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people, their families, carers, community groups, partner agencies and stakeholders. Have a strong awareness and understanding of when it is appropriate or necessary to refer people back to other health professionals/agencies. Able to take a leadership role to manage chronic diseases and QOF/DES/IIF/GMS. Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues. Demonstrates personal accountability, emotional resilience and works well under pressure. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative. Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety.

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