Practice Nurse

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to enhance patient care through effective management of long-term conditions. In this vital role, you will be responsible for implementing evidence-based practices, ensuring infection prevention, and promoting health among a diverse patient population. Your expertise in chronic disease management will be crucial in supporting the multidisciplinary team and delivering high-quality nursing services. Join a collaborative environment where your skills will make a significant impact on patient outcomes and community health.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension.
• Immunization/vaccination trained, including childhood immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Implement processes for managing patients with long-term conditions.
• Ensure delivery of nursing services to the entitled patient population.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Infection prevention and control

Health promotion

Immunization/vaccination

Education

NMC Registration

Qualified smear taker

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Job Responsibilities

The Practice Nurse will be responsible for implementing processes for effective management of patients with long-term conditions, including elderly and housebound patients, using evidence-based practices. As a senior member of the multidisciplinary team, the nurse will ensure the delivery of nursing services to the entitled patient population. Key areas of responsibility include:

1. Infection prevention and control
2. Health promotion
3. Chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, respiratory conditions)
4. Well women and well men clinics
5. Supporting practice management in reviewing and delivering clinical policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements

• NMC Registration
• Experience in chronic disease management, including diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory conditions
• Previous practice nurse experience within primary care
• Qualified smear taker
• Immunization/vaccination trained, including childhood immunizations