About this role
Job summary
20 hours per week
We are looking for a Nurse to join our busy practice who shares our vision in delivering the best healthcare for patients.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced practice nurse or a nurse considering a move into general practice.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high quality care service based on the needs of the Practice population. Includes treatment, screening, preventative care and patient education.
To manage patients with chronic disease/ long term conditions
Undertake cytology screening as part of the national screening programme
Provide travel health advice and administer appropriate vaccinations
Deliver the national immunisation and vaccination schedule for both and children and adults
Undertake contraceptive reviews
Undertake health promotion to help educate patients
Undertake Venepuncture
Select, carry out and interpret results of specific tests
Undertake anticoagulation clinics to include interpretation of blood tests and dosing
Act as chaperone when required
About us
We are a long-established and highly regarded training practice operating from excellent surgery premises in Darfield and Wath Upon Dearne, good transport links only 10-15 minutes from the M1 and A1. Our list size is 11,000 patients.
We are looking for a committed Practice nurse to join our clinical team of 6 GPs, 1 Nurse Associate and 2 Health care Assistants
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Purpose:
To provide a high quality care service based on the needs of the Practice population which includes treatment, screening, preventative care and patient education
Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
1.To manage patients with chronic disease/ long term conditions
2.Undertake cytology screening as part of the national screening programme
3.Provide travel health advice and administer appropriate vaccinations
4.Deliver the national immunisation and vaccination schedule for both and children and adults
5.Undertake contraceptive reviews
6.Undertake health promotion to help educate patients
7.Undertake Venepuncture
8.Select, carry out and interpret results of specific tests
9.Undertake anticoagulation clinics to include interpretation of blood tests and dosing
10.Act as chaperone when required
11.To maintain accurate patient records and enter onto the computer using agreed Read Codes
12.Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care
13.To collect data and participate in regular Practice audit and research projects
14.To contribute to the preparation of any Practice development plans
15.To maintain own annual registration with the NMC and adhere to Code of Professional Conduct
16.To maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all PHCT staff, patients, carers and co-workers from other agencies. Ensure all statutory regulations (e.g. Health & Safety, COSHH, etc) are implemented and adhered to
17.To promote a professional approach at all times by attire and attitude to patients and staff both in and out of the Practice
18.To maintain own continuous professional development and ensure PDP kept up-to-date in line with the requirements of the Practice
19.Attend and participate in staff and Practice meetings and in-house clinical training sessions
20.Any other reasonable duties that may be required from time-to-time
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Current NMC registration Cervical cytology qualification Up-to-date training in childhood immunisations IT skills Interpersonal skills Time Management Smart, polite and confident Planning and organising Performing under pressure Adaptability Using initiative Team working Self motivated Flexibility Confidentiality Knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
Accredited training in chronic disease management Accredited training in anticoagulation management Health promotion Family planning Evidence of recent updating in primary care Working with Emis web Knowledge of clinical audits
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 Garland House Surgery
Address 1 Church Street
Darfield
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S73 9JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.garlandhousesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)