About this role
Job summary
Warrengate is a busy, high achieving friendly training Practice with an excellent reputation situated in the centre of Wakefield close to transport links and local amenities. The Practice list size currently stands at approximately 11,500 patients.
We are looking for an experienced part time Practice Nurse, working 21 hours per week over 3 days (working days to be confirmed) for 6 months Maternity cover who has good communication and organisational skills to join our existing friendly and supportive healthcare team.
We would welcome applications from experienced Nurses who have knowledge of :
Chronic disease managementAsthmaCOPDDiabetes ManagementLong term condition monitoring
For further information or to arrange an informal visit to the Practice please contact Kerrie Evans, Assistant Practice Manager, on 01924 371011
Main duties of the job
You will need to be able to work independently and efficiently to deliver a high quality of care to our patients. You will have the support and guidance of our excellent team of Practice Nurses and Advance Nurse Practitioners.
Previous Primary Care experience, experience in long term conditions management, relevant qualifications, experience of the SystmOne clinical system and ICE are desirable for this role.
What we can offer you!
Competitive pay NHS pension scheme 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata for part timeFunded NMC membership Funded training opportunities Peer support and planned educational programme for clinical staff Occupational sickness pay scheme Annual appraisal Outstanding Care Navigation and Secretarial Support Training Practice GP Registrars, FY2 Doctors, ACP trainee, Student Nurses
About us
As a Practice we have around 11,500 registered patients with 4 Partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 2 Advance Nurse Practitioners, 3 Practice Nurses and a Health Care Assistant. We have a highly committed and efficient management, administrative and secretarial team. In joining our team you will benefit from :
Social huddles through the week after morning clinic Weekly CPD sessions with clinical team Excellent care navigation Accredited training practice Dedicated pharmacy team Very proactive PCN with extensive ARRS roles available at the surgery: FCP, ACP, Mental health nurse, Care coordinators, Health and Well-being coaches Dedicated community and home visiting team for hospital avoidance Specialist womens and mens health clinics Minor surgery Coil and implant clinics Joint injections System one and Ardens Online consultations Onsite parking
Job description Job responsibilities
A full job description is available but ideally the candidate would have experience, or a willingness to develop skills in :
Management of LTCs - Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease, COPD
Support and advise women requesting information relating to family planning needs and those presenting for cervical cytology consultations
Travel advice and vaccinations
Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations
Hypertension Management
Peak Flow Readings and Spirometry
Wound care, ulcer care and Doppler assessment
Removal of Sutures
New Patient Medicals and Urinalysis
ECG recordings
Venepuncture
Ear syringing
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
Supporting housebound long term condition reviews and vaccination programmes such as Covid and Influenza
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs
Participate in the support and supervision of students and junior nursing staff in clinics. Referring any concerns or development needs to their mentor or clinical service manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Willingness to learn and acquire new skills Evidence of appropriate knowledge base Membership of a professional body Experience and / or qualifications in venepuncture, taking and interpreting blood pressures, ECG and wound care Ear irrigation qualification or willingness to undertake
Desirable
Post registration study in topics allied to general practice Basic/advanced certificate in life support Experience and / or qualifications in vaccinations and immunisations Experience in chronic disease management or a willingness to undertake training in these areas if don't already possess qualifications
Experience Essential
Insight and understanding of current NHS issues in nursing and the NHS Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions Demonstrate an understanding of audit Computer skills Undertaken mentorship training Awareness of the national service framework guidelines Understanding of Health & Safety issues
Desirable
Experience of working within a Primary Care setting Computer skills Undertaken mentorship training Awareness of the national service framework guidelines Understanding of Health & Safety issues
Skills & Qualities Essential
Good interpersonal skills, both oral and written Evidence of problem solving and decision making skills Good team player Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively Willingness to accept additional responsibilities Punctual time keeper
Desirable
Flexibility for cover Positive role model Uses initiative Gets on well with people at all levels Experience in using SystmOne clinical system
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 Warrengate Medical Centre
Address Upper Warrengate
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4PR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.warrengate.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)