About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a qualified practice nurse to further their career whilst joining a small and friendly practice in the stunning location of Boscastle.
About the practice:
Two partners, two salaried GPs and one paramedicA full complement of administration and clinical staff to ensure smooth running of the practiceApproximately 5000 patientsGPST training practiceRated 'good' by CQCPart of North Cornwall Coast PCN
Main duties of the job
Experience of chronic disease management, cervical screening and treatment room duties such as dressings and ECGs is essential. A prescribing qualification or a willingness to complete a prescribing qualification is desirable.
About us
Bottreaux surgery is dynamic and forward thinking whilst still maintaining a traditional feel of general practice. We are committed to providing a friendly, open and supportive environment where our staff feel valued, safe, appreciated and comfortable with sharing ideas which could improve and diversify our services further.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed person to join our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
Medication reviews
Support with path lab results
Chronic disease management
Wound care (ulcer/doppler) and dressings
BP taking, ECGs and phlebotomy
Injections including travel health
Spirometry
Cervical screening
Coil checks and removals
Vaginal swabs
Ear syringing
Womens health
Suture/clip removals
QRISK cardiac risk scores
Pessary fitting/changing
Coag INR checks
Hy-Pylori breath tests
Learning disabilities checks
Develop, embed and implement health promotion
Provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence and guidance (NICE, NSF, Practice protocols)
Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
Liaise with external services / agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
Ensure prescribing quality against local and national guidance
Supporting the practice with the management of QOF
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Nursing degree Member of NMC Post registration studies allied to general practice Respiratory/ COPD / Diabetes qualification Cervical screening qualification
Desirable
Prescribing qualification Minor injuries qualification
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 Bottreaux Surgery
Address Bottreaux Surgery
Boscastle
Cornwall
PL35 0BG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bottreauxsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)