About this role
Job summary
As a result of internal progression within our team, Buckden and Little Paxton Surgeries are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our friendly team. The successful candidate must be NMC registered. Experience in respiratory care (eg asthma and COPD management) is desirable, however for the right candidate we are willing to provide training and support to develop this specialism.
Responsible to the Partners (Clinically) and the Practice Managers (Administratively)
Main duties of the job
Duties and Responsibilities
The practice nurse will provide nursing treatments to patients in the following areas;
Provide general nursing services in line with practice protocols
Chronic disease management
Vaccinations and immunisations (adults and child)
Administration of medication via injections (S/C and I/M)
Wound care and management
Cervical cytology (if trained)
Telephone advice
Blood samples, Swabs, Cervical Screening
Health promotion
Travel Health Advice
Ear Care
Emergency Management Anaphylaxis and respiratory techniques
To assist GPs with any minor surgery / operations, as required
Family planning / womens health
Supporting QOF and other practice targets
Chaperoning
The above list is not exhaustive and it may be necessary to undertake work as may be required by the practice to maintain a high standard and efficient service to our patients.
About us
We have a hard-working, friendly and dedicated team of 4 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, 3 Registrars, 1 ANP, a highly skilled nursing team and outstanding administrative support teams. We run a total triage appointment system triaged by the duty doctor. Our dispensing practice serves over 10,500 patients across two sites.
All staff members at the practice are supported by the Partners and the Practice Managers. We are a training practice CQC rated outstanding. We are members of the A1 Network PCN and we run an NHS Community Dermatology, Lymphoedema and Vasectomy clinics for the ICB.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
The practice nurse will provide nursing treatments to patients in the following areas;
Provide general nursing services in line with practice protocols
Chronic disease management
Vaccinations and immunisations (adults and child)
Administration of medication via injections (S/C and I/M)
Wound care and management
Cervical cytology (if trained)
Telephone advice
Blood samples, Swabs, Cervical Screening
Health promotion
Travel Health Advice
Ear Care
Emergency Management Anaphylaxis and respiratory techniques
To assist GPs with any minor surgery / operations, as required
Family planning / womens health
Supporting QOF and other practice targets
Chaperoning
Other;
Ensure the treatment rooms are safe and clean
Maintain treatment room equipment and stock
Ability to work flexibly to support the whole nursing team and met the needs of the service
Adhere to infection control policies and procedures
Understanding of child health / safeguarding children
Mental Health appropriate referral mechanisms
Ensure accurate notes and documentation of patient records
Attend and participate in both team and practice meetings, where required
Ensure health and safety regulations are complied with
Ensure the quality and diversity of patients, carers and colleagues is respected
The above list is not exhaustive and it may be necessary to undertake work as may be required by the practice to maintain a high standard and efficient service to our patients.
TO APPLY YOU MUST BE A REGISTERED NURSE WITH AN ACTIVE NMC PIN.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
TO APPLY YOU MUST BE A REGISTERED NURSE WITH AN ACTIVE NMC PIN. Registered Nurse / NMC 1st Level Registration Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
Primary Care Nursing qualification Knowledge and working practice in Spirometry / respiratory, or a willingness to learn and be trained in this area..
Experience Essential
Ability to work within a team, as well as autonomously Excellent communication and organisation skills Commitment to high-quality patient care Ability to self-motivate, organise, prioritise workloads An understanding of the need for strict confidentiality
Desirable
A good understanding of primary care and knowledge in General Practice Knowledge and working practice in Spirometry / respiratory, or a willingness to learn and be trained in this area.
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 Buckden and Little Paxton Surgery
Address Mayfield
Buckden
PE19 5SZ
Employer's website https://www.bandlp.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)