About this role
Job summary
The Practice Nurse team at Stanhope Mews West Surgery are responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to our 16000 patients. The role involves a mix of direct patient care, health promotion, chronic disease management, and administrative duties.
The Nurses work as part of the wider practice team to ensure comprehensive care and support for patients.
Main duties of the job
Direct Patient Care
Chronic Disease Management
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Administrative Duties
Collaboration and Communication
Professional Development
About us
Stanhope Mews West Surgery is a high performing GP Practice in South Kensington, serving a population of around 16,000 patients.
The practice motto is 'Helping others to help themselves' and we try to embed this in every interaction - both with patients and among the staff team.
We are a friendly workplace - informal yet professional. Every team member is encouraged to have an opinion and to voice it.
You will be working in a team of four nurses and two HCAs, in addition to the wider practice team. You will be supported to work to your highest ability.
Stanhope Mews West Surgery is part of Brompton Health PCN - a group of 12 local practices, offering further support and learning from good practice. We are also the local lead for Asylum Seekers - providing support to over 100 residents of a local hotel. Our nursing team are a key part of this support.
We are a training practice, and currently have three GP trainers and trainees. Most of our sessional GPs have trained with us, and have wished to stay. We embed a learning culture throughout.
Job description Job responsibilities
Direct Patient Care:
Conduct patient consultations, including taking medical histories and performing physical examinations.Administer vaccinations, including childhood immunisations, travel vaccines, and flu shots.Perform diagnostic tests, such as blood pressure monitoring, blood tests, and ECGs.Provide wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures.Chronic Disease Management:
Manage and monitor patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension.Develop and review individual care plans in collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals.Educate patients on managing their conditions, including medication management and lifestyle changes.Health Promotion and Disease Prevention:
Conduct health assessments and screenings, including cervical smears, sexual health services, and smoking cessation support.Provide health education and promotion activities to encourage healthy lifestyles.Offer family planning advice and contraceptive services.Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using the practice's electronic health records (EHR) system.Assist in the development and implementation of practice policies and procedures.Participate in audit and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, and other members of the practice team to coordinate patient care.Liaise with external agencies and services, such as hospitals and community services, to ensure continuity of care.Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development sessions.Professional Development:
Stay current with nursing practice developments, guidelines, and regulations.Participate in ongoing training and continuing professional development (CPD) activities.Supervise and mentor junior staff and student nurses as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (RN) with valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration.
Experience Essential
Registered Nurse (RN) with valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration. Proven experience in a primary care or community nursing setting. Strong clinical skills, including phlebotomy, immunisation, and chronic disease management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and other medical software.
Desirable
Additional qualifications or certifications in areas such as chronic disease management, family planning, or health promotion. Experience with NHS systems and protocols. Knowledge of local health and social care services.
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 Stanhope Mews West Surgery
Address 7 Stanhope Mews West
London
SW7 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://stanhopemewswest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)