About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting job opportunity for a Practice Nurse to join our large nursing team.
They will be responsible for the implementation of processes for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice including care for elderly and housebound patients.
Working as a senior member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.
Main duties of the job
The Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, well women and well man clinics, as well as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.
They will also carry our routine treatments in general clinic such as, Wound Management, ECGs, Smears, Screenings and Imms.
About us
At The Oaks Medical Centre we have 64 members of staff which include GP's,Nurses, Paramedics, Physicians Associates, Management Team, Receptionist, Prescribers, Data and Admin team and Secretary teams.
We are also part of KEN PCN, meaning we also have PCN staff working here such as, physician associates, care coordinators etc.
We follow the 4 values at The Oaks: Caring, Accountable, Supporting and Honest.
Along with following our Mission and Vision statements.
Mission Statement: To strengthen the health of our community by providing accessible, compassionate and quality healthcare.
Vision Statement: To be the healthcare organisation of choice for out patients, delivering exceptional care through innovative partnerships resulting in healthier communities.
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide clinical nursing service and support to other professionals and to patients of the practice including treatment, screening, chronic disease management/QOF and advice within the professional competence of the post holder. Support and work effectively within the clinical team.
All duties will be carried out in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and with regard to the various practice protocols. The nurse is part of a nursing team responsible for ensuring that the practice provides an optimum service of nursing care relevant to the practice population.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Working in a primary care environment Experience of working autonomously Experience of chronic disease management Experience of infection prevention and control measures
Desirable
Working with SystemOne
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse CPR trained
Desirable
Post graduate diploma or degree (chronic disease management) Family planning qualification Nurse prescriber
Knowledge and skills Essential
Wound care/removal of sutures and staples ECGs Venepuncture Imms Womens Health Chronic Disease Management Ability to follow and have knowledge of Clinical Procedures and Policy
Desirable
Knowledge of SystemOne and Read Coding Strong IT Skills Effective utilise resources
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 Oaks Medical Centre
Address 199 Shady Lane
Birmingham
B44 9ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://theoaksmedical.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)