Practice Nurse: Chronic Disease Care & Home Visits

Ireland Wood & Horsforth Medical Practice; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A GP Practice in Leeds is seeking a full-time Practice Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves assessing patient needs and providing quality nursing care, including chronic disease management and administering vaccinations. Suitable candidates should have a Nursing Degree or Diploma, be a Registered General Nurse, and have experience in cervical cytology. The practice values a supportive work environment, focusing on patient-centered care and continuity. Applicants should be self-motivated and adaptable.

Qualifications

• Experience with chronic disease management including Diabetes, Asthma, and COPD.
• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with NMC registration.
• Cervical Cytology Sample Taker certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess nursing needs and provide quality care based on evidence and NMC guidelines.
• Care for patients with chronic diseases including diabetes and asthma.
• Maintain computerised patient notes and evaluate care plans.

Skills

Chronic Disease Management

Cervical Cytology Sample Taker

Vaccinations

Wound Care

Adaptability

Education

Nursing Degree or Diploma

Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration

Job description

A GP Practice in Leeds is seeking a full-time Practice Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves assessing patient needs and providing quality nursing care, including chronic disease management and administering vaccinations. Suitable candidates should have a Nursing Degree or Diploma, be a Registered General Nurse, and have experience in cervical cytology. The practice values a supportive work environment, focusing on patient-centered care and continuity. Applicants should be self-motivated and adaptable.