About this role
Job summary
Join Our Nursing Team
WANTED!Senior Healthcare Assistant, Nurse Associate or Practice Nurse
Exciting things are happening at Malmesbury Medical Partnership, as two of our fantastic nursing team members have secured places at university to take the next exciting steps in their careers (we couldn't be prouder!).
As they begin their Advanced Clinical Practice and Nurse Associate training, we're looking for an enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Assistant, Nurse Associate or Practice Nurse to join our friendly, supportive team.
We have some flexibility on hours, and ideally the role will be 15-18 hours over two or three days per week and will also include some Saturday or evening shifts to help our teams' extended hours provision.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who loves hands-on patient care and wants to work in a forward-thinking practice where people are encouraged to develop, learn and enjoy coming to work.
Main duties of the job
a. To assist the GPs and Nurses in providing a high standard of care for the practice population within the practice policies, procedures and guidelines.
b. To assist the GPs, Nurses and practice staff to meet the nationally agreed targets for health as agreed in the new GMS contract.
To carry out clinical and administrative duties including but not limited to:
PhlebotomyNHS Health Checks / Learning Disability Checks/Annual health checks for some long-term conditionsWound care/ dressings /suture removalsB12 / adult ImmunisationsCompetent in carrying out vital sign observationsBlood Pressure monitoringECG recordingUrinalysis
About us
Malmesbury Primary Care Centre (MPCC) is a successful, well respected, growing GP practice. We are seeking an experienced healthcare assistant or practice nurse who is an enthusiastic and energetic individual to fulfil the role of supporting our clinical team.
This role is an excellent opportunity to really make your mark and be part of a forward-thinking GP Surgery. You will be working with a multi-professional team where you will be treated as one of the family. We pride ourselves on providing patient centred care in a happy working environment with excellent teamwork throughout the practice.
Job description Job responsibilities
Main duties:
a. To assist the GPs and Nurses in providing a high standard of care for the practice population within the practice policies, procedures and guidelines.
b. To assist the GPs, Nurses and practice staff to meet the nationally agreed targets for health as agreed in the new GMS contract.
To carry out clinical and administrative duties including but not limited to:
Phlebotomy NHS Health Checks / Learning Disability Checks/Annual health checks for some long-term conditions Wound care/ dressings /suture removals B12 / adult immunisations Competent in carrying out vital sign observations Blood Pressure monitoring ECG recording Urinalysis
Other responsibilities
Chaperoning Input of general data and clinical information onto electronic patient records Stock taking and ordering supplies of clinical / medical equipment Restocking of clinical rooms as required Referral of patients to other medical or administrative personnel and voluntary agencies when appropriate Preparation of equipment for testing and servicing Source and maintain relevant information leaflets and literature for patient displays Check the emergency drugs and equipment In line with practice changes & service demands, colleagues are expected to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practices and may be asked to assume other responsibilities consistent with their level of competence as required in order to meet service needs
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good standard of general education including Maths and English at Grade C and above (or equivalent). Health and social Care qualification such as Care Certificate or NVQ level 2 or 3. Desire to develop skills and qualifications under continuous professional development.
Additional Essential
Enhanced DBS Certification Legal Right to work in the UK Vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated for occupational health A flexible and adaptable approach to maintain the consistent delivery of high quality services
Desirable
Experience working with EMIS/SystmOne
Experience Essential
Phlebotomy & wound care is essential Experience in a patient facing role Experience of working in a multidisciplinary setting Experience of working autonomously
Desirable
Experience of working in a primary care environment
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.
Employer details Employer name Malmesbury Medical Partnership
Address Priory Way
Malmesbury
Wiltshire
SN16 0FB
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.malmesburypcc.nhs.uk/home,26453.htm (Opens in a new tab)