Practice Nurse

Integrated Care System; Lechlade; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Practice Nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team in Lechlade, England. The role requires independent practice in line with NMC guidelines, managing chronic disease clinics, and performing various medical procedures. Candidates should have primary care experience and skills in managing respiratory and diabetes care. The position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to make a significant impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working in primary care and GP practices.
• Ability to manage chronic diseases and perform immunisations.
• Strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Practice independently following NMC code and guidelines.
• Manage chronic disease clinics and develop patient management plans.
• Perform health checks, administer immunisations, and provide travel health advice.

Skills

Experience in primary care

Management of Diabetes

Management of Respiratory conditions

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our Nursing team in the picturesque area of the Cotswolds.

Working as part of our friendly multi-disciplinary team, you will be a key part of delivering excellent care to our patients.

Main duties of the job

General

• Practice independently in accordance with the NMC code of conduct and Practice Guidelines, with appropriate referrals to GPs and other health professionals.
• Initiate safe and effective pharmacological interventions within current legislation and scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and utilize IT effectively.
• Ensure ongoing personal and professional development through clinical supervision networks.
• Collaborate effectively with other agencies to meet patient needs and manage your workload efficiently.
• Maintain basic life support training annually.

About us

The group is run by five dedicated GP Partners and operates across three of the county's Primary Care Networks (PCNs) - TWNS, South Cotswolds, and St Paul's PCN - to deliver quality care to our communities.

The Church Street Practice, established in Tewkesbury in 1910, has grown significantly, serving generations of residents. The group expanded over the years to include West Cheltenham Medical, Crescent Bakery Surgery (now Prestbury Park Medical), St Catherine's Surgery, The Park Surgery, and Lechlade Medical, now part of the Inspire Healthcare Family. Prestbury Park left the group in November 2023.

As our patient numbers grow, Inspire Healthcare was created to ensure each practice is well represented and can provide the best service possible.

Job responsibilities

KEY AREAS

Role and Responsibilities:

• Ensure effective inter-practice communication.
• Identify training needs and engage in lifelong learning, including prep requirements.
• Use skills effectively to deliver evidence-based care tailored to patient needs.
• Use resources efficiently.
• Support a positive environment for patients and staff morale.
• Develop and support the nursing team.
• Participate in educational programs for the Primary Healthcare Team.

General

• Practice independently following NMC code and Practice Guidelines, referring to GPs and other professionals as needed.
• Initiate pharmacological interventions within scope and legislation.
• Maintain accurate care documentation and utilize IT appropriately.
• Engage in continuous professional development through clinical supervision.
• Work effectively with other agencies to meet patient needs and manage time and resources.

Management of Chronic Disease

• Manage chronic disease clinics according to current guidelines and practice standards.
• Develop and review management plans with patients and professionals.
• Recognize abnormalities and act accordingly.
• Monitor treatment impacts and recommend changes as needed.
• Ensure treatment adherence using a holistic, patient-centered approach.
• Carry out diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Wound Care and Management

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for routine and complex wounds.

Patient Health Checks and Contraceptive Care

• Perform health checks as per guidelines.
• Gather information and identify health promotion opportunities.
• Develop management plans for health issues, liaising with other professionals.
• Perform smears and provide related advice, following guidelines.
• Assist with coil fittings and ensure follow-up care.

Immunisation (Adult and Child)

• Stay updated with yearly immunisation training and PGDs.
• Administer immunisations according to guidelines.
• Handle complex immunisation cases collaboratively.

Travel Health

• Provide comprehensive travel health advice, including vaccinations.
• Plan travel health care using evidence-based resources.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Experience in primary care.
• Management of Diabetes.
• Management of Respiratory conditions.

Experience

• Experience working in primary care and GP practices.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.