Practice Nurse

1 month ago

Swadlincote, United Kingdom Swadlincote Surgery Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic part time practice nurse to join our compassionate and friendly team. The post holder will provide assessment, treatment, screening, health education and advice to patients.

Hours are 30 hours per week between Monday - Friday. Hours to be discussed.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities:

Chronic Disease Management including, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension, CVD, CKD

Diabetes Management

Childhood Vaccinations

Health Checks

Cervical Cytology

Health Promotion

About us

Our team consists of Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants. They are supported by the Practice Manager and GP Partners, one of whom is the GP Nursing Leads. You can expect an inclusive, helpful and friendly work environment with flexible working and a range of benefits that you would expect from a well respected GP Surgery.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Swadlincote Surgery

Practice Nurse job description

Job Title - Practice Nurse

Line Manager - GP Partner Nursing Lead

Accountable to - Practice Manager

Hours per week: 30

Job Summary

The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

act as support for the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy, supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager

support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the IPC lead

develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice

assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice

develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing

carry out home visits as required

identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health

required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF

required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions

prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice

review patient medications to enhance compliance

provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages

co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services

request pathology services and process pathology results as required

oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

ensure read codes are used effectively

ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers

t.Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology and to target non-attenders opportunistically.

and care for patients presenting with uncomplicated wounds and removal of sutures

ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

assist GPs with minor surgery when required

prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

y.Undertake new patient checks

z.Undertake asthma, hypertension, diabetic and COPD reviews

support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

other delegated duties appropriate to the post

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

-Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)

Desirable

-Mentor or teaching qualification -Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management) -Nurse prescriber -Family planning qualification

Experience

Essential

-Experience of chronic disease management -Experience of working autonomously -Experience of infection prevention and control measures

Desirable

-Experience of working in a primary care environment -Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse -Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients -Experience of quality initiatives, , benchmarking

Clinical knowledge and skills

Essential

-Wound care/removal of sutures and staples -ECGs -Venepuncture -New patient medicals -Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly -Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice -Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy -Ability to record accurate clinical notes -Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs -Chaperone procedure -Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.) -Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel) -Chronic disease management in (Diabetes, hypertension, Asthma, COPD) -Spirometry

Desirable

-Travel medicine -Broad knowledge of clinical governance -Knowledge of public health issues in the local area -Awareness of issues within the wider health arena -Knowledge of health promotion strategies

Skills

Essential

-Excellent communication skills (written and oral) -Effective time management (planning and organising) -Ability to work as a team member and autonomously -Good interpersonal skills -Problem solving and analytical skills -Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure -Strong IT skills -Clear, polite telephone manner

Desirable

-Strong IT skills -Clear, polite telephone manner

Personal qualities

Essential

-Polite and confident -Flexible and co-operative -High levels of integrity and loyalty -Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations -Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient -Commitment to ongoing professional development -Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Desirable

-Motivated, forward thinker -Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required -Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations -Effectively utilise resources

Other requirements

Essential

-Flexibility to work outside of core office hours -Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check -Occupational Health clearance -Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation -Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of a Practice Nurse

Desirable

-Full Driving licence and access to a car

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