About this role
Job summary
The Hill Surgery is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly primary care team. The successful candidate will provide high quality nursing care to our patient population, supporting the delivery of chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, health promotion and other general practice nursing duties, in line with their skills and competencies. We are looking for someone who is patient focused, works well within a team and is committed to delivering excellent patient care.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within the practice.
Undertake chronic disease management and reviews, including diabetes, asthma and COPD, in line with training and competency.
Administer vaccinations and immunisations in accordance with national guidelines.
Carry out cervical screening and other preventative health checks, where appropriately trained.
Perform wound care, dressings, health checks and other general treatment room duties.
Support health promotion, patient education and self-management of long-term conditions.
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using the clinical system.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures, safeguarding requirements and practice policies.
Ensure the safe storage, handling and administration of vaccines and medicines, in accordance with current guidance.
Recognise and respond appropriately to patients clinical needs, escalating concerns when necessary.
Work collaboratively with GPs, other nurses, healthcare professionals and the wider practice team.
Maintain professional registration, mandatory training and continuing professional development.
Undertake other duties appropriate to the role, training and competence, as required by the practice.
About us
The Hill Surgery is a general medical practice providing primary healthcare services to our local community. We are committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate patient care, with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention and the management of long-term conditions. Our team works collaboratively to provide accessible, high-quality care and to support the health and wellbeing of our patients. We value teamwork, professionalism and a patient-centred approach to healthcare.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reports to: Lead Nurse / Practice Manager / Deputy Practice Manager
To provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the practice population, working as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team. The Practice Nurse will contribute to the delivery of essential and enhanced services, health promotion, disease prevention and the management of patients with long-term conditions, in accordance with their qualifications, training and competencies.
Key Responsibilities
Provide general nursing care, treatment room services and health assessments.
Undertake chronic disease reviews, including diabetes, asthma and COPD, where appropriately trained.
Administer vaccinations and immunisations in line with current national guidance.
Carry out cervical screening and other preventative health services, where trained and competent.
Undertake wound care, dressings and other nursing procedures.
Promote health education, disease prevention and patient self-management.
Maintain accurate and confidential patient records using the practice clinical system.
Ensure the safe handling, storage and administration of vaccines and medicines in accordance with practice policies and current guidance.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures and maintain a safe clinical environment.
Recognise changes in patients conditions and escalate concerns appropriately.
Work collaboratively with GPs, nursing colleagues, healthcare assistants and the wider practice team.
Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and practice meetings as required.
Comply with safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and equality requirements.
Undertake other duties appropriate to the role, training and competence.
Professional Responsibilities
Work within the NMC Code and maintain professional standards.
Practise within the limits of individual competence and seek advice when required.
Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate documentation.
Participate in appraisal, training and ongoing professional development.
Support the practice in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care.
General
The post holder will work in accordance with practice policies, procedures and relevant NHS guidance. This job description outlines the main duties of the role and may be reviewed in consultation with the post holder to reflect the changing needs of the practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Person Specification
- Qualifications
- Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Evidence of recent continuing professional development relevant to general practice nursing.
- Current training in basic life support.
- Evidence of training and competence in infection prevention and control, safeguarding and medicines management.
- Willingness to complete all mandatory training required by the practice.
- Cervical screening qualification.
- Immunisation and vaccination training.
- Training in travel health, wound care, contraception, sexual health. Copd, asthma
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in general practice or a primary care network.
- Experience undertaking chronic disease reviews, including diabetes, asthma or COPD.
- Experience carrying out cervical screening.
- Experience providing wound care, dressings and treatment room procedures.
- Experience supporting clinical audits, quality improvement projects or service development.
- Experience using electronic patient record systems commonly used in primary care.
- Experience supervising, mentoring or supporting students, healthcare assistants or other colleagues.
- Ability to support service improvement, audit and the development of practice protocols
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 Hill Surgery
Address
Ore clinic
407 Old London Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN35 5BH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.thehillsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)