Practice Nurse

Overview
Kingsway Surgery provides service to a patient population of nearly 10,900 patients. We have a large team including 8 GP’s, 3 Practice nurses, 1 HCA, 1 Phlebotomist, 1 ANP, Physiotherapist, 2 Clinical Pharmacists, 1 Pharmacy technician, and a wide range of other clinic staff. These teams are supported by a highly effective and experienced management team.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. The Practice Nurse is a key member of the nursing team, responsible for delivering a range of high-quality, patient-centered services to our practice population. The role includes chronic disease management, immunizations, health promotion, patient education, wound care & respiratory. As the Infection Control Lead, the Practice Nurse ensures adherence to infection control policies, contributing significantly to maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff. Working autonomously within their scope of practice and collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, the Practice Nurse will uphold clinical standards and improve patient outcomes. The Practice Nurse will also support the rest of the nursing team, which consists of a phlebotomist and a health care assistant.

Primary Key Responsibilities

• To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager.
• To support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager.
• To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice.
• To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice.
• To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes.
• To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing.
• To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients’ health.
• As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF.
• As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice.
• To review patient medications to enhance compliance.
• To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages.
• To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services.
• To request pathology services and process pathology results as required.
• To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required.
• To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or equivalent qualification with a valid nursing licence.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology is essential.
• Proven experience in patient care within a clinical setting is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and their families.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to nursing standards.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Practice Nurse.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £38,000.00-£41,611.00 per year

Expected hours: 29 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• NMC (required)
• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/12/2024
Reference ID: Practice Nurse