Practice Nurse

NHS; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Walsall is seeking an experienced Practice Nurse for a part-time position of up to 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills and experience in chronic disease management, along with excellent communication abilities. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and conducting health assessments. The practice offers a supportive environment and values teamwork and patient-focused care.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse RGN with valid NMC registration.
• Proven experience in primary care.
• Competence in chronic disease management, e.g., diabetes, asthma, hypertension.
• Experience with vaccinations, cytology, and wound care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health promotion and wellbeing programs.
• Create and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients.
• Prescribe medication and manage patients with chronic diseases.
• Conduct comprehensive health assessments of patients.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Excellent clinical skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Compassionate and patient-focused

Education

Registered General Nurse RGN

Tools

Electronic patient record systems

Job description

Weare currently looking for an experienced Practice Nurse to join our team at ChapelStreet Surgery. This is a part timeposition of up to 25 hours per week. Weare looking for someone who is highly motivated, enthusiastic and committed tojoin our team. A special interest orqualification in Asthma/Diabetes/COPD management is desirable but a willingnessto complete any relevant courses will be required.

Main duties of the job

• Develop, implement, and embed health promotion and wellbeing programs.
• Create and evaluate individual treatment plans for both acute and non-acute conditions.
• Support the development of individual treatment plans for patients with chronic diseases.
• Identify and manage patients at risk of long-term conditions, preventing adverse health effects.
• Provide routine nursing care in accordance with clinical-based evidence, NICE, and the National Standards Framework.
• Prescribe medication within your scope of practice, adhering to guidelines and protocols.
• Request and provide advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication.
• Support patients in compliance with prescribed medications.
• Request pathology services as necessary and interpret results.
• Maintain accurate clinical records / personal care plans, using effective SNOMED codes.
• Maintain chronic disease registers.
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately.
• Recognise, assess, and refer patients with mental health and community health needs.
• Implement vaccination programs for adults and children
• Liaise with external services/agencies
• Support the clinical team with safeguarding matters, following local and national policies.
• Conduct a comprehensive physical health assessment of patients with complex multiple healthcare needs.
• Interpret results of different assessments to make diagnosis and plan to deliver care
• Work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• To lead on Infection Prevention Control

About us

The practice has a very experienced, stable team, a single handed GP, apart-time Advanced Nurse Practitioner and part-time Practice Nurse, a full-timeHealth Care Assistant, a Practice Manager and Medical Secretary and a team of receptionists/administrators.We are also supported by various ARRS staff provided by the PCN to which webelong.

The practice is rated as 'good' by the CQC, is a high 'QOF' achiever andhas recently received recognition from NHS England for the excellent patientfeedback received in the 2024 national patient survey.

The practice prides itself on providing a 'family feel' both in the waypatients and staff are treated. We are keen to employ a Practice Manager thatwill understand and contribute to this ethos.

Job responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and embed health promotion and wellbeing programs.
• Create and evaluate individual treatment plans for both acute and non-acute conditions.
• Support the development of individual treatment plans for patients with chronic diseases.
• Identify and manage patients at risk of long-term conditions, preventing adverse health effects.
• Provide routine nursing care in accordance with clinical-based evidence, NICE, and the National Standards Framework.
• Prescribe medication within your scope of practice, adhering to guidelines and protocols.
• Review medication for effectiveness and ensure alignment with national guidance.
• Request and provide advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication.
• Support patients in compliance with prescribed medications.
• Request pathology services as necessary and interpret results.
• Refer patients to other services when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical records / personal care plans, using effective SNOMED codes.
• Maintain chronic disease registers.
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately.
• Recognise, assess, and refer patients with mental health and community health needs.
• Implement vaccination programs for adults and children.
• Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure vulnerable patients are supported appropriately.
• Support the clinical team with safeguarding matters, following local and national policies.
• Conduct a comprehensive physical health assessment of patients with complex multiple healthcare needs.
• Interpret results of different assessments to make diagnosis and plan to deliver care
• Competently make ethical, evidenced decisions and interventions
• Prescribe and work with individuals to manage their medicines and refer where necessary
• Work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Plan and provide skilled and competent care to meet a patients health and social care needs including referring on to other members of the healthcare team where appropriate.
• To lead on Infection Prevention Control and ensure compliance.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse RGN with valid NMC registration.
• Proven experience in primary care
• Competence in chronic disease management, e.g., diabetes, asthma, hypertension.
• Experience with vaccinations, cytology, and wound care.
• Experience with Quality and Outcomes Framework QOF targets and audits.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Excellent clinical skills, including history taking and care planning.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Competence in using electronic patient record systems.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Personal Attributes:
• Compassionate, approachable, and patient-focused.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the practice.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach to challenges.
• Other Requirements:
• Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and safeguarding principles.
• Commitment to equality and diversity in healthcare.
• Awareness of infection control and health & safety regulations.

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.