About this role
Job summary
Experienced Practice Nurse to work at Market Weighton Surgery - up to 37.5 hours per week
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Practice Nurse who thrives in a busy primary care environment and is confident managing a diverse clinical workload.
You will:
Be a NMC registered nurse with experience in general practice, primary care or community nursing.
Be confident delivering and managing long-term condition reviews, including Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension and Coronary Heart Disease.
Possess a broad clinical skillset, including immunisations, vaccinations, cervical cytology, wound care, ECGs and health promotion.
Have a strong understanding of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) requirements and be able to contribute effectively to the achievement of quality indicators and patient outcome targets.
Have experience of, or the ability to quickly develop expertise in, East Riding locally enhanced services (LES) and other commissioned primary care services, supporting the practice in delivering high-quality, accessible care to the local population.
Understand the importance of population health management, preventative care and proactive patient recall systems.
Be confident working autonomously whilst also contributing positively within a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and clinical decision-making skills.
Be committed to continuous professional development and helping to shape and improve nursing services.
Main duties of the job
The Practice Nurse will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the registered population of Market Weighton Surgery. The post holder will be responsible for delivering preventative care, health promotion activities, chronic disease management and treatment services, whilst supporting the ongoing development of nursing services across the practice. The role requires autonomous clinical decision-making, specialist knowledge of long-term condition management and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary care team.
The post holder will support Yorkshire Health Partners' commitment to delivering safe, effective, patient-centred care and contribute to service improvement, quality initiatives and the achievement of contractual and clinical targets.
About us
Yorkshire Health Partners (YHP) is a GP federation working collaboratively with practices across Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire to deliver high-quality, sustainable primary care services for local communities. Representing 23 GP practices and serving a combined patient population of over 320,000 people, YHP is committed to improving health outcomes through innovation, partnership working and patient-centred care.
At YHP our values are built around collaboration, compassion and continuous improvement. We strive to create an inclusive, supportive working environment where colleagues are empowered to develop professionally and contribute to service innovation. As a growing organisation we offer exciting opportunities for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference to patient care and helping shape the future of primary care services.
Market Weighton Practice is a well-established GP practice serving the residents of Market Weighton and surrounding communities. The practice is dedicated to delivering accessible, patient-focused healthcare, with a emphasis on continuity of care and community engagement. The practice works closely with partner organisations so patients benefit from integrated multidisciplinary healthcare services.
As the Practice transitions into the YHP's family, there is an exciting opportunity to help develop sustainable neighbourhood-based healthcare services while maintaining the personalised care that patients value.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The Practice Nurse will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the registered population of Market Weighton Surgery. The post holder will be responsible for delivering preventative care, health promotion activities, chronic disease management and treatment services, whilst supporting the ongoing development of nursing services across the practice. The role requires autonomous clinical decision-making, specialist knowledge of long-term condition management and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary care team.
The post holder will support Yorkshire Health Partners' commitment to delivering safe, effective, patient-centred care and contribute to service improvement, quality initiatives and the achievement of contractual and clinical targets.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Practice
The post holder will:
Deliver safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care to patients across the lifespan. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individuals and groups of patients. Manage and review patients with long-term conditions including: Diabetes COPD Asthma Hypertension Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) Deliver nurse-led chronic disease clinics and undertake call and recall activities. Undertake cervical cytology screening. Deliver childhood, adult and travel immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with national guidance and Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Undertake health promotion and preventative healthcare interventions. Perform and interpret clinical procedures including: Spirometry ECGs Wound care Venepuncture Health assessments Review medications in line with national and local protocols and support patient adherence to treatment plans. Respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations and escalate concerns where necessary. Support family planning and womens health services.
Patient Care and Communication
The post holder will:
Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues. Provide specialist nursing advice and education to patients and families. Support patients in self-management and lifestyle modification. Demonstrate empathy, compassion and professionalism when delivering care. Act as a patient advocate and uphold patient choice, dignity and respect.
Leadership and Team Working
The post holder will:
Act as a positive role model for clinical staff Support the Lead Practice Nurse in the delivery of nursing services and practice priorities. Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings and service development initiatives. [ Mentor, supervise and support junior staff, students and healthcare assistants. Contribute to appraisals, staff development and competency assessments where appropriate. Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and external healthcare organisations.
Quality, Governance and Service Development
The post holder will:
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records. Ensure compliance with NMC standards, CQC requirements and local policies. Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and research activities. Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical policies, pathways and protocols. Support achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual targets. Maintain effective infection prevention and control standards.
Professional Responsibilities
The post holder will:
Maintain current NMC registration and professional revalidation requirements. Undertake ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and scope of practice. Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, information governance and health and safety policies. Promote the YHP values of: Working Together Respect and Compassion Improvement and Development Engagement and Involvement
Person Specification
Values and behaviours Essential
Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and integrity Promotes equality, diversity and inclusion Supports collaborative working and continuous improvement Acts as a role model for colleagues Demonstrates commitment to patient-centred care
Other Essential
Ability to travel between YHP sites if required Commitment to professional development and service improvement
Desirable
Access to own transport
Qualifications Essential
Registered First Level Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration Nursing Diploma or Degree Evidence of ongoing CPD Mentor/Teaching Qualification or willingness to undertake Immunisation and Vaccination Qualification
Desirable
Independent or Supplementary Prescriber Qualification Leadership Qualification Community Nursing Qualification Specialist qualifications in Diabetes, Respiratory Disease, Women's Health or Long-Term Conditions
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of primary care nursing and long-term condition management Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and professional accountability Understanding of national and local health policies Awareness of health promotion and public health priorities
Desirable
Knowledge of local population health needs Broader NHS system and health economy awareness Experience of research projects Clinical policy development experience
Clinical skills Essential
Chronic disease management including Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, CHD and Hypertension Cervical Cytology Immunisations and Vaccinations Venepuncture Wound Care Management ECG Recording Spirometry
Desirable
Independent management of complex long-term conditions Non-Medical Prescribing Advanced Spirometry Interpretation Family Planning Qualifications
Experience Essential
Post-registration nursing experience Experience managing long-term conditions Experience delivering immunisations and vaccinations Experience undertaking cervical screening Experience using clinical systems such as SystmOne Experience of audit and quality improvement activities
Desirable
Significant General Practice nursing experience Nurse-led service development Change management experience Staff management experience Prescribing experience
Skills and attributes Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to lead, mentor and develop others Effective clinical decision-making skills Good IT and clinical record-keeping skills Flexible, motivated and patient-focused
Desirable
Experience presenting and facilitating training Published audit or research work
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Yorkshire Health Partners Ltd
Address Market Weighton Surgery
Wolds House
10 Medforth Street
Market Weighton
East Riding of Yorkshire
YO43 3FF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://yorkshirehealthpartners.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)