About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Part Time (up to 30 hours a week) Practice Nurse to work with us at our friendly two-site Surgery. Working days a week Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. With the opportunity for extra hours. This will be to cover maternity leave.
We are looking for candidates full of enthusiasm and ready for the challenge to join our nursing team. We are a Surgery dedicated to patient-centred care and making a positive difference in our community.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced Practice Nurse who is friendly and enthusiastic to provide a high quality of care to our patients. We value professionalism, commitment, compassion, flexibility and passion within your chosen vocation.
The successful candidate will also be confident, have excellent organisational skills, be able to self-manage and be IT proficient.
About us
We are a friendly and committed GP practice comprising of 7 GP partners, salaried GP's, allied healthcare professionals and an excellent nursing team of Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and a supportive and experienced administration team. We are always delighted to welcome a new member to the team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Description
To provide a range of high quality general nursing services and specialist nursing advice and care to patients.
Main duties and responsibilities include
Working autonomouslyAssisting with long term disease managementLeg ulcer managementWound managementChild and adult immunisationsChild health/child protectionCervical cytologyTravel advice and vaccinationsHealth promotionLearning Disability ReviewsEmergency management anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniquesPerforming ECGsVenepuncture and requesting pathology testingNHS Health ChecksInfection controlChaperoningKeeping clinical rooms tidy and stockedOrdering of supplies as necessaryAttend and participate in clinical and practice meetings when requiredProactive in identifying own needs for personal and professional developmentAware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients staff and visitorsEnsure all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard and in accordance with any current quality initiativesProvide patient care in accordance with current PGDs and clinical protocolsAny other duties as required
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Team Player Flexible and adaptable Interested in learning new skills and taking on challenges Ability to work in a changing environment Focus on providing quality care Adherence to strict confidentiality Good interpersonal and communication skills Good organisational skills Good IT skills Ability to provide quality care and understanding.
Desirable
Experience of working within a nursing team in General Practice Experience working with EMIS Critical thinking and decision making Ability to take initiative working within strict guidelines/policies and protocols
Qualifications Essential
Qualified Registered Nurse NMC Registered Cervical Cytology Childhood Immunisation Wound Care Management Leg Ulcer Management
Desirable
Travel advice and vaccinations Diabetes Care Respiratory Care
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 Saxon Spires Practice
Address West Haddon Road
Guilsborough
Northampton
NN6 8QE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.saxonspires.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)