About this role
Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly, innovative team who are committed to delivering high standard of patient care. You will need to have previous experience working in primary care and have a fully rounded set of skills. You will work both independently and as a member of our multidisciplinary team and will be fully supported by clinical and non-clinical staff.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Practice Nurse, to provide routine nursing services to our patient population.
Please see the Job Description attached for further details
About us
The Kakoty Practice is a busy medical centre, based across two sites. We provide services to approximately 7500 patients.
Please see our website for further information
https://thekakotypractice.nhs.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking to recruit someone with experience in practice nursing and chronic disease management desirable. Based across 2 sites. Equal opportunities employer with approx. 7,500 patients. Our clinical system is System One (training available if necessary). Salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Evidence of continuing professional development. Qualified and competent in immunisations and vaccinations. Qualified and competent in cervical cytology (smears) or willing to complete the necessary qualification
Desirable
General Practice Nursing qualification. Chronic Disease Management qualification(s). Independent Prescriber qualification. Mentorship/Supervision qualification.
Qualifications Essential
Experience working as a Registered Nurse. Experience managing long-term conditions including: Diabetes Asthma COPD Hypertension Cardiovascular disease Experience undertaking cervical screening or willing to learn Experience administering vaccinations and immunisations. Experience in venepuncture/phlebotomy. Experience carrying out diabetic foot checks or willing to learn Experience delivering health promotion and lifestyle advice. Experience maintaining accurate clinical records.
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 Kakoty Practice
Address 170 Sheffield Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 4NW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://thekakotypractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)