About this role
Job summary
Join a team that puts people first. At Village medical centre, the wellbeing of our team is at the heart of everything we do. We are a traditional general practice and we pride ourselves on being inclusive and genuinely supportive.
We are situated on the outskirts of Middlesbrough town centre in the Linthorpe village area. Our practice population is 8000. Our multidisciplinary team consists of one GP partner, one non-clinical partner, three salaried GPs, two practice nurses, one healthcare assistant, one clinical pharmacist, two [phlebotomists along with an experienced and supportive administrative team.
We are part of a forward-thinking and dynamic Primary Care Network and benefit from a wide group pf ARRS roles including GP, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Pharmacists, Social Prescribers, Mental Health Practitioners and Physiotherapists, all supported by a robust administrative team.
We are a medical student teaching practice, teaching all years from 1 to 5 at various times throughout the academic year.
We maintain high QOF/LES/DES achievement and we all try to go the 'extra mile' for our patients and our colleagues.
We are looking for a Practice Nurse to enhance our team on a full or part time basis who is:
Enthusiastic and self-motivated
An excellent communicator
Able to listen and empathise
Keen to develop and lead
Able to demonstrate attention to detail
Flexible and adaptable
A strong work ethic and a sense of humour are essential!
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the provision of skilled nursing care to our practice population. You will deliver care within the boundaries of your role, focusing on supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long term conditions, health education and screening. You will work collaboratively to meet the needs of patients, ensuring the highest standards of care and supporting the delivery of practice policy and procedures.
Chronic disease managements to include but not limited to: asthma, diabetes, COPD, CHD and LD
Cervical cytology
Sexual health and contraception
Routine treatment room procedures including wound care, dressings and phlebotomy
Vaccination and immunisation for adults and children including travel health
About us
Join a team that puts people first. At Village Medical Centre, the wellbeing of our team is at the heart of everything we do. We are a traditional general practice and we pride ourselves on being inclusive and genuinely supportive.
We are situated on the outskirts of Middlesbrough town centre in the Linthorpe village area. Our practice population is 8000. Our multidisciplinary team consists of one GP partner, one non-clinical partner, three salaried GPs, two practice nurses, one healthcare assistant, one clinical pharmacist, two [phlebotomists along with an experienced and supportive administrative team.
We are part of a forward-thinking and dynamic Primary Care Network and benefit from a wide group pf ARRS roles including GP, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Pharmacists, Social Prescribers, Mental Health Practitioners and Physiotherapists, all supported by a robust administrative team.
We are a medical student teaching practice, teaching all years from 1 to 5 at various times throughout the academic year.
We maintain high QOF/LES/DES achievement and we all try to go the 'extra mile' for our patients and our colleagues.
Job description Job responsibilities
In the role of Practice Nurse, you will be responsible for the provision of skilled nursing care to our practice population. You will deliver care within the boundaries of your role, focusing on supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long term conditions, health education and screening. You will work collaboratively to the meet the needs of patients, ensuring the highest standards of care and supporting the delivery of practice policy and procedures.
Experience in the following is essential:
Chronic disease managements to include, but not limited to: Atshma, Diabetes, COPD, CHD and LD
Cervical Cytology
Sexual Health & Contraception
Routine treatment room procedures including phlebotomy, wound care and dressings
Vaccination and Immunisation for adults and children including adult and children including travel health
Person Specification
Equity and Values Essential
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to providing inclusive, equitable and high quality care to all patients regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, maternity, paternity or other protected characteristics.
Qualifications Essential
Essential Qualifications & Professional Registration : Registered Nurse (level 1 Adult Nursing) with current NMC registration Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to general practice Recognised training in immunisation and vaccination Recognised training in cervical screening Experience Essential: Experience working as a registered nurse Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care Experience of managing patients with long-term conditions Experience of health promotion, disease prevention and patient education Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team Knowledge & Skills Essential: Sound knowledge of professional nursing standards, NMC requirements and relevant clinical guidance Good clinical assessment, decision making and care planning skills Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to deteriorating or acutely unwell patients Good understanding of safeguarding, infection prevention & control, confidentiality and information governance Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to provide clear, appropriate and person-centred health education and advice Good IT skills and ability to maintain accurate electronic clinical records Ability to work autonomously while recognising the limits of own competence and seeking support appropriately Personal Attributes: Compassionate, professional and patient-centred approach Demonstrates integrity, accountability and respect for patients and colleagues Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure Well organised, reliable4 and able to prioritise workload Flexible and adaptable to changing service requirements Demonstrates a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion Committed to lifelong learning and maintaining professional competence Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidiscplinary team Other Essential Requirements: Able to meet with physical and occupational requirements of the role Willingness to participate in relevant training and professional development Satisfactory employment and professional references and appropriate pre-employment checks Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
Desirable
Relevant primary care experience Independent prescribing qualification Relevant qualification in chronic disease management Experience working in general practice or another primary care setting Experience undertaking chronic disease reviews including asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension and CVD Experience of childhood and adult immunisations programmes Experience of cervical screening and other relevant screening programmes Knowledge of NHS primary care services and relevant local pathways Familiarity with clinical systems used in general practice Understanding of quality improvement, clinical audit and practice based governance
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 Village Medical Centre
Address 400/404 Linthorpe Road
Middlesbrough
TS5 6HF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.villagemedicalmiddlesborough.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)