About this role
Job summary
We are recuriting for a Practice Nurse to work in a large nursing team, the team are welcoming and friendly.
We work across 3 surgeries so you will have an opportunity to work with a great team who are always helpful
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for providing a high quality care service based on the needs of the practice population which includes treatment, screening, preventative care and patient education.
Clinical Experience:
Experience in either asthma, COPD or diabetes reviews is essential
To manage patients with chronic disease, running specific clinic sessions and maintaining robust call and recall systems
Experience in chronic disease management
Participate in national screening work such as cervical cytology and deliver the national immunisation and vaccination schedule
Wound care
Provide travel health advice and administer appropriate vaccinations
Provide directly and assist GPs with contraceptive services
Break bad news to patients/parents/carers and provide appropriate ongoing support to meet identified needs. Signpost patients to relevant support networks
Act as a chaperone when required
Undertake health promotion to help educate patients
Select, carry out and interpret results of specific tests
Undertake anticoagulation clinics to include interpretation of blood tests and dosing
About us
The surgeries are very busy but the team remain enthusiastic and strive to provide the best care for our patients.
We have an on-site gym that you can use as long as access to an on site cafe which is discounted
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for providing a high quality care service based on the needs of the practice population which includes treatment, screening, preventative care and patient education.
Clinical Practice
Experience in either asthma, COPD or diabetes reviews is essential
To manage patients with chronic disease, running specific clinic sessions and maintaining robust call and recall systems
Experience in chronic disease management
Participate in national screening work such as cervical cytology and deliver the national immunisation and vaccination schedule
Wound care
Provide travel health advice and administer appropriate vaccinations
Provide directly and assist GPs with contraceptive services
Break bad news to patients/parents/carers and provide appropriate ongoing support to meet identified needs. Signpost patients to relevant support networks
Act as a chaperone when required
Undertake health promotion to help educate patients
Select, carry out and interpret results of specific tests
Undertake anticoagulation clinics to include interpretation of blood tests and dosing
Communication
Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication
Estimate and maintain effective communication with individuals and groups within the practice environment and with external stakeholders
Act as an advocate when representing patients
Administration
To maintain accurate patient records and enter onto the system using agreed Read/Snomed Codes
Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient care
To collect data and participate in regular Practice audit and research projects
To contribute to the preparation of any Practice development plans
Delivering a Quality Service
To maintain own annual administration with the NMC and adhere to Code of Professional Conduct
To maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all PHCT staff, patients, carers and co-workers from other agencies. Ensure all statutory regulations (e.g. Health and Safety, COSHH etc.) are implemented and adhered to
To promote a professional approach at all times by attire and attitude to patients and staff both in and out of the Practice
To maintain own continuous professional development and ensure PDDP kept up to date in line with the requirements of the practice
Attend and participate in staff and Practice meetings and in house clinical training sessions
Any other reasonable duties that may be required from time to time
Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC
Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality
Evaluate the patients response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care
Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation
Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure and local guidance
Work within policies regarding family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer as appropriate
Personal and Team Development
Take responsibility for own development learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role model
Attend meetings representing the nursing team when appropriate.
Team Working
Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working
Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessing competence
Ensure clear referral mechanisms are in place to meet patient need
Prioritise own workload
Participate in team activities that create opportunities to improve patient care
Equality and Diversity
Enable others to promote equality and diversity in a non-discriminatory culture
Act as a role model in the observance of equality and diversity good practice
Accept the rights of individuals to choose their care providers, participate in care and refuse care
Assist patients from marginalised groups to access quality care
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Respiratory experience essential COPD experience Asthma experience
Desirable
Experience in Diabetes
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 Headcorn Surgery
Address Grigg Lane
Headcorn
Kent
TN27 9AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.headcornsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)