About this role
Job summary
An incredibly exciting and challenging opportunity for a motivated and committed Practice Nurse to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team. We are a training practice that is innovative and forward thinking, providing high quality care whilst maintaining traditional values of patient centred family orientated medicine. We wish to recruit a colleague who shares our vision. The competitive salary will be negotiable for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
Chronic Disease Management
Childhood Vaccinations & Immunisations
Travel Vaccinations
Adult Vaccinations & Injections: including GnRH & Denosumab
Cervical Screening
Contraceptive Services: Depo-Provera, pill initiation and review
Spirometry
FeNO
Phlebotomy: Adult & Paediatric
Infection Control Lead
About us
We are a well established GMS practice in a market town on the edge of the Ribble Valley. Impressive spacious modern premises with wide array of clinical facilities and multi-disciplinary team onsite. We have 9400 patients cared for by a team of 6 Partners, 1 Salaried GP, 1 Advanced Practitioner, 1 Trainee Advanced Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA and a large Reception and Admin team. We also have our PCN team consisting of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, First Contact Physio, GP Assistant, Mental Health Team, Health & Wellbeing Coach and a weekly ante-natal session led by the Midwife.
We have excellent QOF attainment and are rated GOOD by CQC.
EMIS is our clinical system
We are an accredited training practice taking medical students, FY2 and STs.
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality nursing care to patients within the GP practice, promoting health, preventing illness, and supporting the effective management of chronic diseases in accordance with practice policies, NICE guidelines, and professional standards.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical DutiesDeliver evidence-based nursing care to patients within the practice setting.Undertake routine nursing procedures including:Cervical cytologyChildhood and adult immunisationsTravel vaccinations (where appropriate)ECGsVenepunctureBlood pressure monitoringHealth checksSupport the management of long-term conditions such as:DiabetesAsthmaCOPDHypertensionProvide lifestyle advice and health promotion to patients.Administer medications and vaccinations in line with Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and practice protocols.Ensure accurate and contemporaneous patient records are maintained using the clinical system.Participate in infection prevention and control procedures.Patient CareProvide holistic, patient-centred care.Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.Communicate effectively with patients, carers, GPs, and the wider multidisciplinary team.Support safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.Administrative ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate clinical documentation.Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.Monitor and maintain stock levels and clinical supplies.Ensure equipment is maintained and used safely.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain current NMC registration.Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development (CPD).Work within the NMC Code of Conduct and scope of professional practice.Participate in practice meetings and training sessions.Contribute to the achievement of QOF and enhanced service targets where appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration. Chronic disease management qualifications or experience. Cervical cytology qualification. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Competent IT skills and experience using clinical systems. Experience in vaccinations, immunisations and injections.
Desirable
Experience working within primary care or general practice. Diabetes Diploma COPD Diploma Experience with EMIS
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 Great Harwood Medical Group
Address Water St
Gt Harwood
Lancs
BB6 7QR
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.ghmg.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)