About this role
Job summary
The successful candidate will work closely within the practice team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality primary care. We are seeking additional cover to supplement our existing team every Thursday and Friday (0830-1830).
Key Responsibilities
Undertake full range of Chronic Disease management.
Undertake full range of routine immunisations.
Provide safe, effective, and evidence-based care in line with practice policies.
Main duties of the job
The practice nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing Personal Medical Services to the patients of the practice.
Job responsibilities:
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by GPs
Cytology
Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler
Removal of Sutures
New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis
Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
Venepuncture
Hypertension Management
Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings as required
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
Interest in Diabetes or Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception.
Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs
Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms
Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records
A duty to advise GPs of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks
Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required.
On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
About us
We are a well-established training GP practice serving a patient population of around 15,200. Our team includes 8 Partners supported by a strong multi-disciplinary workforce, delivering a wide range of high-quality services to our local community. We strive to create a supportive, friendly, and progressive environment where innovative ideas are welcomed and professional development is encouraged. As a large practice, we embrace modern ways of working, making best use of technology and people skills to provide safe and effective care. We follow the Modern General Practice Access Model using the PATCHS online consultation tool. We are a member of Brighter Birkenhead and function as Hub for a range of PCN Services.
Why Work for Us?
Exciting opportunity to join our fantastic team of highly skilled nurses, HCAs, ANPs, and GPs.
Based in a modern community health centre shared with many other services including DNs, HVs, physio, community cardiology, and radiology with on-site parking and modern facilities.
Job description Job responsibilities JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE
REPORTS TO: NURSE MANAGER/THE PARTNERS (Clinically)
THE BUSINESS MANAGER (Administratively)
HOURS: 19 per week
Job summary:
The practice nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing Personal Medical Services to the patients of the practice.
Job responsibilities:
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by GPs Cytology Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Ear syringing Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings as required Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Interest in Diabetes or Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Maintain stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Business Manager Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise GPs of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a nursing team Experience of Chronic Disease Management
Desirable
Experience of working in a GP Practice
Qualifications Essential
RGN Qualification NMC Registration
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 St Catherine’s Surgery
Address St Catherine’s Health Centre
Church Road
Birkenhead
Wirral
CH42 0LQ
Employer's website https://www.stcatherinessurgery-wirral.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)