About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established team to provide high quality patient care.
As a Practice Nurse, you will work alongside our GPs, clinicians, and administrative staff to support in delivering patient care.
The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in providing outstanding care to patients, is able to work independently and as part of a team and communicates effectively.
We are looking for a caring and professional individual with excellent communication skills who can work well both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Practice Nurse, preferably in a primary care setting.
We would welcome applications from nursing associates who hold a General Practice Nurse (GPN) certification.
Main duties of the job
General treatment procedures, including venepuncture, observations and ECGsRoutine immunisations and childhood immunisationsSmears/CytologyHealth screening and adviceWound care
About us
The Swan Practice is a large, well-established healthcare provider serving Buckingham and the surrounding villages. With three clinical sites and an administration hub, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality care to over 30,000 patients, and our patient base continues to grow. As a forward-thinking practice, we are committed to creating opportunities for staff to progress and develop their careers, fostering a supportive and dynamic working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The aim of the post is to utilise specialist clinical skills and knowledge to assist in providing high standards of care for the practice population. The candidate is expected
To always act in a professional manner according to the code of conduct as set out by the NMCMaintain accurate patient records of all consultations both in the notes and on the computer.To be available for direct access by patients for consultation, care, advice and referral.To achieve continued professional development by attending courses and study days so that the highest level of care is maintained.To maintain a safe environment with special regard to infection control and the surgery treatment rooms.To assist in the teaching and training of others, including nursing colleagues, nursing and medical students and administrativeThis post will add to our existing multi-professional team (consisting of nurse practitioners, paramedics, practice nurses, HCAs, clinical pharmacist). The post holder will be expected to conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the role and as a senior representative of the Swan Practice.
Job Responsibilities
Nursing Role Treatment Room Management
VenepunctureSafe handling and recording of specimensAdministering vaccines and prescribed injections as agreedCarrying out childhood vaccination programmes to DOH recommendationsGiving travel advice and administering travel vaccinations to agreed protocolsWound assessment and dressings, including removal of sutures/clipsDopplers and measuring for hosieryAssessing minor injuries, referring/treating as appropriateEar examinationWarfarin monitoringH Pylori testingNHS Health ChecksHRT checks and adviceHypertension/CHD monitoring and adviceMeasuring ambulatory blood pressure, advising and recording accordinglyFitting 24 hour blood pressure monitoringECGsCervical smear testing and associated administrationSexual health advice and contraceptive monitoringEducating patients on self-examination.Providing dietary and lifestyle advice to patientsAdministering first aid and supporting the team in dealing with clinical emergenciesCollecting pathological specimens and recording results where appropriateAssisting the GPs with minor ops, coil fittings and removals, and Nexplanon fittings and removals
Nursing role Administrative nursing duties
Maintaining stock control of vaccines and monitoring storage temperatureMaintaining stock control of dressings/venepuncture/minor op equipmentTo undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Partnership, including attending practice nurse and primary healthcare team meetings
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Must have experience working within Primary Care Must already be a GPN Registered Nurse
Skills Essential
Wound care/removal of sutures and staples ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals 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 Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.) Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Qualified to degree level
Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential
Wound care/removal of sutures and staples ECGs Phlebotomy New patient medicals Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs Chaperone procedure
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 The Swan Practice
Address Masonic House
High Street
Buckingham
Buckinghamshire
MK18 1NU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://theswanpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)