Practice Nurse
2 days ago
Job summary
We have anexciting opportunity for a hardworking, enthusiastic and innovative PracticeNurse to join our medical practice.
Thesuccessful applicant will work together with a fully supportive Nursing, HCAand phlebotomy team. They will be supported and work alongside a large clinicalteam of GP partners and other Health Care professionals.
We use EMIS as our clinical system and have 18,000 patients and growing
We haveregular clinical and non-clinical meetings to manage and continually improveour patient care. We are passionate about training the next generation ofworkforce and for many years have been a teaching practice.
Main duties of the job
Actingwithin scope of practice undertake general practice nurse duties for examplewound care, support and manage health needs of women presenting for familyplanning and cervical cytology consultations; implement and participate invaccination and immunisation programmes of children and adults; advise, supportand administer vaccinations as required for travelling abroad.
Work withother health professionals to diagnose, monitor, manage and treat long termconditions.
Prioritisehealth problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex,urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergencycare.
To maintain contemporaneousand accurate medical records; utilising electronic patient information systemagreed templates and coding protocols.
To ensurethe clinical environment is fit for purpose and ensuring compliance withinfection control measures, clinical waste disposal, safety of equipment andstock control (including Drug and Vaccine storage).
About us
Drayton Medical Practice isbased in the centre of Market Drayton. We are a large and busy practice withapprox. 18,000 registered patients. We strive to provide the very best serviceto our patients and stakeholders.
You will be made to feel verywelcome and will be part of a friendly, supportive team who will assist yourdevelopment and training.
Benefits Package:
Company pension
NHS discounts with blue lightcard
Generous holiday entitlement,which increases with length of service
Overtime opportunities as andwhen required
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRACTICE NURSE
REPORTS TO: NURSE MANAGER/THE PARTNERS (Clinically)
THE PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively)
HOURS: circa 20 per week
Job Summary:
The Practice Nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing Personal Medical Services to the patients of Practice.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology Wound care /ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis Travel Health ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Ear syringing Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinicians Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Interest Chronic disease management and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include: Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required Chaperoning and assisting patients who are being examined by another clinician. Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when requiredConfidentiality:
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive dataHealth & Safety:
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identifiedEquality and Diversity:
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.Personal/Professional Development:
The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar workQuality:
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision 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 Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resourcesCommunication:
The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordinglyContribution to the Implementation of Services:
The post-holder will:
Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate Person Specification
Other Requirements
Essential
Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Basic IT skills High levels of integrity and loyalty Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations and changing environment Flexibility to work outside of core practice hours
Desirable
Wound care/removal of sutures and staples Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.) Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
Family planning qualification
Experience
Essential
Experience of working autonomously and as part of a team Experience of infection prevention and control measures
Desirable
Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse-
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