Practice Nurse

Moorside Medical Practice; Oldham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare practice in Oldham is seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to provide high-quality patient care. Key responsibilities include delivering comprehensive patient assessments, managing chronic illnesses, conducting health screenings, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a Nursing Registration and a strong understanding of nursing principles. If you have a passion for patient care and want to make a difference, apply now.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade A-C qualification is required.
• Must have a valid Nursing Registration.
• Experience in Chronic Disease Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, including assessments and treatments.
• Assist in the management of chronic illnesses.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to develop treatment plans.

Skills

Strong patient care skills

In-depth knowledge of anatomy

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organisational skills

Proficient in electronic health record systems

Education

GCSE grade A-C

Nursing Registration

Cytology Certificate

Chronic Disease Management

Travel Imms (not essential)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care within our practice. This position requires a strong understanding of nursing principles and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being of our patients.

Main duties of the job

Duties

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, including assessments, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Assist in the management of chronic illnesses and promote preventative health measures.
• Conduct health screenings and record patient histories accurately.
• Administer vaccinations and medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
• Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with confidentiality regulations.
• Collaborate with doctors and other healthcare staff to develop effective treatment plans.
• Participate in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

About us

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care within our practice. This position requires a strong understanding of nursing principles and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being of our patients.

Job responsibilities

Duties

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, including assessments, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Assist in the management of chronic illnesses and promote preventative health measures.
• Conduct health screenings and record patient histories accurately.
• Administer vaccinations and medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
• Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with confidentiality regulations.
• Collaborate with doctors and other healthcare staff to develop effective treatment plans.
• Participate in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Skills

• Strong patient care skills, demonstrating empathy and understanding towards patients needs.
• In-depth knowledge of anatomy to provide effective assessments and interventions.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in documentation and patient care protocols.
• Proficient in using electronic health record systems for accurate data entry and retrieval.

This role is essential for ensuring that our patients receive the highest standard of care in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives through nursing, we encourage you to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE grade A-C
• Nursing Registration
• Cytology Certificate
• Chronic Disease Management
• Travel Imms (not essential)

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience working at a GP practice.

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.