About this role
Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an experienced an skilled Practice Nurse at our highly successful, recently rated CQC outstanding, 14,000 patient practice in Dorking.
Hours for this post:
25 hours up to 37.5 hours a weekThe successful candidate will be working with a friendly practice, with a supportive GP Partnershipand a caring nurse team, who pride themselves on providing high quality care to their patients and support to their colleagues.
There are some excellent opportunities to develop your career and we would be particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are interested in extending their skills in chronic disease management.
Medwyn is a forward thinking and innovative training practice who value their staff and their development.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of a large team, you will be involved in assessing patient needs, planning and implementing care to meet those needs and evaluating care delivered.
Please see job description for further details.
About us
Medwyn Surgery is a well-established GP practice located in the heart of Dorking, Surrey, serving a growing patient population of over 14,000. Our mission is to deliver the highest standard of primary healthcare, encompassing not only medical treatment but also comprehensive health information, community engagement, and fostering strong doctor-patient relationships.
Operating from the purpose-built Medwyn Centre on Reigate Road, our facility, completed in 2006, offers a modern and accessible environment for both patients and staff. The Centre houses a range of services, including Medwyn Surgery, physiotherapy and podiatry services, community health staff, conference and meeting facilities, a pharmacy, audiometry services, and a variety of services provided by sessional medical practitioners.
The Centre is fully accessible, featuring step-free access, wheelchair-friendly facilities, an induction loop, and a disabled toilet. Additional amenities include CCTV for security, comfort cooling, and automated check-in and patient calling systems, all contributing to a comfortable and efficient healthcare environment.
Medwyn Surgery offers a full range of Enhanced Services to our patients, ensuring comprehensive care that meets the diverse needs of our community. We provide Improved Access appointments every weekday evening and on Saturdays, accommodating patients who require flexibility in scheduling their healthcare visits.
Job description Job responsibilities
MAIN PURPOSE OF POST
To ensure the delivery of an effective Practice Nursing service to the local practice population. This will involve assessing patient health needs, planning and implementing care to meet those needs and evaluation of the care delivered, in conjunction with the GPs.
The postholder will be expected to work with the Primary Health Care Team to ensure a seamless delivery of care within the Practice and to promote a positive image of the Practice to its patients and service users.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Clinical
To carry out a wide range of treatment room duties e.g. vaccinations etc. in participation with GPs or independently agreed protocols.
To actively encourage and develop health promotion programmes providing advice in areas of hypertension monitoring, travel, diet smoking cessation etc. within agreed practice protocols.
To participate in screening i.e. Breast, Cervical, Testicular and Immunisation programmes by raising patient awareness, competently carrying out tests and ensuring results are delivered and acted upon appropriately.
To maintain Chronic Disease Registers to support the management of National and Local Programmes e.g. Asthma/Diabetes.
To assist with minor surgery and specialist clinics as appropriate.
To maintain stocks and supplies and maintain health and safely within the treatment rooms in line with Practice protocols.
To undertake occasional treatments in the community as directed by the GPs.
To see patients as an initial contact to assess/treat in line with Practice Guidelines.
To give appropriate telephone advice to patients where directed by doctors.
To provide educational support for trainees. i.e. Registrars, paramedics, medical students, student nurses.
To provide supervision of health care assistants and phlebotomists.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Administrative
To accurately document all consultations and treatments in computer records.
To ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice to include new patient checks etc.
To maintain and collate statistical information required for ad hoc and regular reports and for audit purposes and to co-operate and participate in research projects agreed by the Primary Health Care Team.
To participate in the development of protocols and guidelines and assist in the formulation of Practice philosophy and policy.
To attend and participate in Practice meetings as required and to work as an active member of the Practice Nursing Team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Professional
To be responsible for own professional practice and accountability according to NMC Code of Conduct and to maintain NMC registration and up to date knowledge of drug administration.
To acknowledge clinical limitations and not undertake any procedures for which the nurse is not adequately trained.
To maintain confidentiality.
To maintain professional development by attending courses and study days as arranged with the Partners and in line with NMC recommendations.
To undertake any other duties which are commensurate with the level and responsibilities of the post.
To actively and continuously review all activities and suggest areas for improvement.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes Essential
Reliable Approachable and friendly
Qualifications Essential
Qualified as a Registered General Nurse Wound Care
Desirable
Cervical Screening Chronic disease management Family Planning diploma
Skills Essential
Strong communicator - both written and verbal Ability to record consultations clearly Team player
Experience Desirable
Experience of working in Primary Care
Knowledge Essential
Strong IT skills - use of Microsoft Understanding of Infection Control
Desirable
Experience of using Systm One (our clinical system) Familiar with Primary Care structures
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 Medwyn Surgery
Address Reigate Road
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 1SD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.medwynsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)