About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a new Practice Nurse to join our friendly team.
We are looking for a practice nurse to work 2 full days a week.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant would be expected to provide nursing services to the practice population with evidence based, quality focused care. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care. To ensure clear channels of communication exist between clinical, administrative and community teams. To project a positive and friendly image to our patients and other professionals. To lead infection control policy & process within our practice and ensure the practice is compliant with CQC IPC requirements.
About us
Grosvenor House Surgery is located in West Ealing, W13 9BE and is a member of the South Central Ealing Primary Care Network (SCE PCN). The practice has a list size of 5500 patients. Staff comprise of 2 GP partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 1 Locum GP, 2 Practice nurses, 2 GP assistants, pharmacy clerk and 7 Reception and administrative staff. The practice uses SystmOne.
South Central Ealing PCN provides additional clinical and administrative staff to support the practice (Clinical Pharmacy team, First Contact Physiotherapist, Mental Health Practitioner, Paramedic home visiting service and Social Prescriber.
Job description Job responsibilities
Administering vaccinations and immunisations in line with national and practice guidelines
Cervical cytologyManaging and monitoring patients with chronic diseases (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension) in line with national and local guidelinesCarrying out home visits for housebound patientsEnsuring accurate and timely clinical record keeping and documentationConducting contraception reviews and coil checksCarrying new patient and NHS health checksWound care and management including dressing, removal of sutures and clipsParticipating in infection control, cold chain maintenance, ensuring fridge temperatures are regularly monitored and maintainedSupporting patients with lifestyle advice and self-care managementAdvising patients on health care, minor ailments, health promotion, and illness preventionContributing to achievement of QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) and local enhanced services achievement and clinical auditsPreparing and maintaining clinical rooms and equipment before, during and after patient care activities, ensuring a clean and safe environmentEnsuring emergency medication and resuscitation equipment is adequately stocked and fit for purposeEnsuring proper handling and dispatch of laboratory specimens including blood and urine samplesParticipating in practice meetings and contributing to our aim for continuous improvementSupporting the training and mentoring of junior staff members and HCAs
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a nursing team in primary care Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be confident to deal with patients, families and carers Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, using initiative within the level of competence for the position Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection Accuracy and a strong desire for attention to detail Commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
Working knowledge of SystmOne clinical system Stable career history showing clear commitment and progression
Qualifications Essential
Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration Qualified & competent in cervical cytology, childhood & adult immunisations, chronic disease management and phlebotomy
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 Grosvenor House Surgery
Address 147 Broadway
London
W13 9BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.grosvenorhousesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)