Practice Nurse - General Practice - Part-time

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting part-time opportunity for a Practice Nurse at a leading healthcare practice in London. Candidates will provide high-quality nursing services to a diverse patient demographic, manage chronic disease care, and ensure compliance with care quality standards. Ideal candidates must be registered nurses with experience in primary care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a primary care nursing team.
• Confidence in patient interactions and discussions.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Administer vaccinations and manage chronic diseases.
• Conduct home visits and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Participate in infection control and clinical meetings.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Registered General Nurse

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Practice Nurse - General Practice - Part-time

An opportunity has arisen for a new Practice Nurse to join our friendly team.

We are looking for a practice nurse to work 3 full days a week.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant would be expected to provide nursing services to the practice population with evidence based, quality focused care. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care. To ensure clear channels of communication exist between clinical, administrative and community teams. To project a positive and friendly image to our patients and other professionals. To lead infection control policy & process within our practice and ensure the practice is compliant with CQC IPC requirements.

About us

Grosvenor House Surgery is located in West Ealing, W13 9BE and is a member of the South Central Ealing Primary Care Network (SCE PCN). The practice has a list size of 5500 patients. Staff comprise of 4 GPs, 2 Practice nurses, 1 trainee nurse, 1 GP assistant, pharmacy clerk and 7 Reception and administrative staff. The practice uses SystmOne.

South Central Ealing PCN provides additional clinical and administrative staff to support the practice (Clinical Pharmacy team, First Contact Physiotherapist, Mental Health Practitioner, Paramedic home visiting service and Social Prescriber.

Job responsibilities

Administering vaccinations and immunisations in line with national and practice guidelines

• Cervical cytology
• Managing and monitoring patients with chronic diseases (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension) in line with national and local guidelines
• Carrying out home visits for housebound patients
• Ensuring accurate and timely clinical record keeping and documentation
• Conducting contraception reviews and coil checks
• Carrying new patient and NHS health checks
• Wound care and management including dressing, removal of sutures and clips
• Participating in infection control, cold chain maintenance, ensuring fridge temperatures are regularly monitored and maintained
• Supporting patients with lifestyle advice and self-care management
• Advising patients on health care, minor ailments, health promotion, and illness prevention
• Contributing to achievement of QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) and local enhanced services achievement and clinical audits
• Preparing and maintaining clinical rooms and equipment before, during and after patient care activities, ensuring a clean and safe environment
• Ensuring emergency medication and resuscitation equipment is adequately stocked and fit for purpose
• Ensuring proper handling and dispatch of laboratory specimens including blood and urine samples
• Participating in practice meetings and contributing to our aim for continuous improvement
• Supporting the training and mentoring of junior staff members and HCAs

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working within a nursing team in primary care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be confident to deal with patients, families and carers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, using initiative within the level of competence for the position
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection
• Accuracy and a strong desire for attention to detail
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Working knowledge of SystmOne clinical system
• Stable career history showing clear commitment and progression

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration
• Qualified & competent in cervical cytology, childhood & adult immunisations, chronic disease management and phlebotomy

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.

£44,900 to £46,900 a yearpro rata, dependent on experience