Practice Nurse

Brunton Park Health Centre; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunton Park Health Centre is seeking a motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly GP surgery team. You will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care and work closely with GPs, HCAs and administration staff to support our local community.

We value a collaborative, supportive environment where your expertise in chronic disease management, vaccinations and health promotion will make an impact on patient care. A positive, proactive approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with NMC PIN and UK registration.
• Experience in primary care is preferred.
• Strong communication and IT skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Chronic disease management and annual reviews.
• Cervical screening, immunisations and wound care.
• Travel vaccinations and patient health education.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

IT literacy

Empathy

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult) with NMC PIN

Job description

Brunton Park Health Centre Practice Nurse

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and compassionate Practice Nurse with a good foundation in primary care to join our friendly and supportive GP surgery team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and making a real difference to our local community.

We are committed to supporting our staff and creating a positive, collaborative working environment where everyone feels valued. You will have the opportunity to work closely with GPs and the wider practice team, develop your skills and contribute to improving patient care.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, approachable and organised, with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to providing safe, effective and compassionate care to work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and administrative staff.

If you are an enthusiastic Practice Nurse looking for a supportive practice where your contribution is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Long-term condition management
• Cervical screening
• Contraception advice, initiation and follow-up
• Immunisations and Vaccinations
• Travel Vaccinations
• Providing wound care to patients
• Other clinical duties appropriate to your experience and training.

About us

Brunton Park Health Centre is a friendly, close-knit team who takes pride in providing personalised, high-quality care to our patients. We are a small but high-performing practice serving approximately 8,000 patients living in and around the Gosforth area. We are a teaching practice and an active member of a forward thinking PCN network. We use SystmOne clinical Software.

Working in a small team means you will quickly become a valued member of the practice and have the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and patients. We have a supportive and welcoming atmosphere, with a collaborative approach to patient care and a strong sense of teamwork.

We value our staff and are committed to creating a positive working environment where everyone's contribution is appreciated.

You will join a friendly and experienced clinical team consisting of:

• 2 GP Partners
• 4 Salaried GPs
• 1 Practice Nurse
• 2 Health Care Assistants

The non-clinical team supporting you includes:

• Practice Manager
• Administration and Reception Leads
• Dedicated Admin and Reception Staff

Through our Primary Care Network, we are supported by:

• Link Workers
• Pharmacists
• Pharmacist Technician
• Home Visiting Practitioners

We would be welcome an informal visit for any interested applicant to come and meet the team. To arrange a visit, please contact either Michelle Punton or Carol Mayes on 0191 236 3338.

Job responsibilities

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic, patient-centred approach.
• Organised and able to prioritise workload.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs of the practice.
• Committed to continuous improvement in patient care.

Clinical Care

• Chronic disease and long-term condition monitoring and annual review, including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD, CKD, Hypertension
• To provide assessment, screening, treatment and health education advice
• Adult and Childhood vaccinations and immunisations including seasonal flu clinics and immunisation for travellers.
• Effective MDT working and liaison with external services to coordinate patient care
• Safe delegation in line with competence and scope of practice
• Participation in training, audit and continuous quality improvement.
• To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

Professional Responsibilities

• Work autonomously within the limits of individual competence and professional accountability.
• Follow current evidence-based guidance, clinical protocols and practice policies.
• Ensure medicines and vaccines are administered safely and in accordance with appropriate authorisation, including Patient Group Directions (PGDs) or Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), where applicable.
• Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice Team.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns involving children and vulnerable adults and follow relevant reporting procedures.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and service development.
• Identify clinical risks and report incidents, near misses and significant events appropriately.

Team Working and Education

• Work collaboratively with GPs, ANPs, Practice Nurses, HCAs and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support the development of a positive learning environment within the practice.
• Attend and participate in practice meetings as required.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols and new services.

Administration and Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records using the practice clinical system.
• Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patient's computer notes.
• Ensure compliance with practice policies, CQC standards and NMC Code of Conduct.
• Attend and participate in training sessions as required.

Education and training

• Participate in the education and training and the induction of all members of Practice Staff with special responsibility for nursing staff.
• Share knowledge, experience and understanding to support the development of the practice team.

Professional development

• Maintain continued education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Practical experience of working with others
• Experience of using own initiative
• Time Management and the ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• IT Skills

Desirable

• Primary Care experience
• Competent and able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of chronic disease management.
• Immunisation and vaccination training.
• Cervical screening qualification/training.
• Training or qualification in travel health and travel vaccinations.
• Training in chronic disease management.
• Relevant clinical skills courses, such as wound care, diabetes, respiratory disease or hypertension management.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with a valid NMC registration and PIN

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).

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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).