Practice Nurse

4 weeks ago

Coventry, United Kingdom University of Warwick Health Centre Full time

Job summary

University of Warwick Health Centre

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join our friendly Nursing Team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, well motivated Practice Nurse with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Our aim is to provide our patients with the highest quality of health care services through our team of health care professionals

Approximately 25 to 30 hours preferred during University Term Time with reduced hours during vacation but open to discussion.

Main duties of the job

Experience in Sexual Health/Contraception, Cytology, Asthma, Diabetes and Travel Vaccinations would be a distinct advantage.

About us

We are a University practice situated in the heart of the campus serving the Students who live on campus or within the catchment area and Staff who live on campus.

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE

REPORTS TO: PARTNERS (Clinically)

PRACTICE MANAGER(Administratively)

Job Summary:

To work as part of the primary healthcare team providingPersonal Medical Services to the patients of the Practice following NMCguidance, UKCC Code of Conduct and practice protocols/policies.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist inand perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursingstaff and GPs:

Cervical cytology LBC screening Wound care/Dressings Removal of Sutures/clips New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis Travel Clinic ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings COPD monitoring Sexual Health/Contraception Health promotion Hypertension Management and 24 hour BP monitoring Ear irrigation Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations CHD Monitoring Diabetic Monitoring Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Assisting GPs with minor surgery, contraception and assisting with coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Maintaining and running of chronic disease registers as agreed within the practice Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Provide assessment, treatment and prescribing where appropriate

Othertasks will include

Supporting other team members Active monitoring of QOF targets and requirements Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels In participation with the practice manager, ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels relating to patient care Assist in the formulation of practice philosophy, strategy, policy and protocols Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes on the clinical system (EMIS LV) as appropriate Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Undertaking the mental health reviews as appropriate. Attend and participate in nurse and practice meetings when required. Undertaking home visits where appropriate. See extra patient as and when required. Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post.

Confidentiality:

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 data.

Health& Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promotingand maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined inthe practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according topractice guidelines.

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertakingsuch activities in a way that manages those risks.

Makingeffective use of training to update knowledge and skills. Using appropriateinfection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way andfree from hazards. , including:

hand washing

Universal hygieneprocedures

Collection andhandling of laboratory specimens

Segregation and disposalof waste materials

Decontamination ofinstruments and clinical equipment

Reporting andtreatment of sharps injuries

Dealing with bloodand body fluid spillages.

Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures.

Reporting potential risks identified.

Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility. Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate. Be aware of statutory child health procedures, and statutory local guidance and referral criteria. Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire

procedures, maintaining documentation,monitoring and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area ofresponsibility.

Use the computer monitor safely. Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Know how to use the personal security system at the practice.

Equality and Diversity:

Thepost-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carersand colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognises 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:

Thepost-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by thepractice 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 work.

Quality:

Thepost-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 resources.

Communication:

The post-holdershould recognize the importance of effective communication within the team andwill strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

Thepost-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 Co-operate and participate in any research project or audit where appropriate.

You may beexpected to work additional hours to help cover absence within the primaryhealth care team.

This is notan exhaustive list of duties and may change from time to time to keep up withthe changing needs of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered nurse. Minimum 2 years post registration. Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS. Evidence of appropriate knowledge base. Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions.

Desirable

Computer skills. Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice. Understanding of health and safety issues. Practice experience

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a nursing team

Desirable

Experience of working in General Practice

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