About this role
Job summary
Working as a member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.
The Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, dressings, immunisations, well women and well man clinics, as well as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.
Main duties of the job
-To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
- To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
- To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
- To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
- As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
- To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosage
- To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
-.To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
- To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman and well man clinics
- To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
- To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
- To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
- To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
- To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
About us
Borth Surgery is a purpose-built Health Centre, established in 1995, located on the main street of Borth, a charming coastal village nestled in the heart of Cardigan Bay. We are a highly community-focused practice, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care while fostering strong relationships with our local population.
Our modern premises offer excellent facilities, including two large rear car parks with designated disabled spaces, ensuring easy access for patients and staff. The practice serves a wide and diverse area, from Penparcau in the south to Furnace in the north, and across to Ponterwyd in the east.
We have a friendly and experienced multidisciplinary team comprising a GP Partner, two Practice Nurses, a Healthcare Assistant, and a District Nursing team, supported by a Practice Manager and skilled administrative staff. We pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative working environment.
In addition to providing a full range of general practice services, we run specialist clinics in Respiratory Care, Diabetes, and Cardiovascular Disease. We are also an established training practice, supporting a range of learners, and host a Coding Hub delivering services to practices across Wales.
Job description Job responsibilities
a. To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager
b. To support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
d. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
e. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
f. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
g. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
h. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
i. To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice
j. To review patient medications to enhance compliance
k. To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
l. To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
m. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
n. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
o. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
p. To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
q. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
r. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
s. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
t. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
u. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
v. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
w. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
x. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
y. To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
z. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
aa. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
bb. To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
cc. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
dd. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
ee. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Essential Qualifications Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management) Experience Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of chronic disease management Experience of working autonomously Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Experience of infection prevention and control measures Experience of quality initiatives, i.e., benchmarking Clinical Knowledge and Skills - Essential Wound care/removal of sutures and staples ECGs Venepuncture Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs Chaperone procedure Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel) Broad knowledge of clinical governance Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Awareness of issues within the wider health arena Knowledge of health promotion strategies Essential Skills Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving and analytical skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Polite and confident Flexible and co-operative High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Effectively utilise resources Other requirements - Essential Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of a Practice Nurse
Desirable
- Mentor or teaching qualification - Nurse prescriber - Family planning qualification - Travel medicine - Spirometry -
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 Borth Surgery
Address High Street
Borth
Ceredigion
SY24 5JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.borthsurgery.wales.nhs.uk/home (Opens in a new tab)