Practise Nurse

Purosearch; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established GP practice in Leeds is looking for an experienced Practice Nurse to provide high-quality patient care. You'll be integral to a clinical team, responsible for chronic disease management and health assessments. The role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for training. Experience in primary care and an up-to-date NMC number are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have an up-to-date NMC number.
• Some primary care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services, including chronic disease management and immunizations.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings.
• Support patients with long-term conditions and assist in care plans.
• Administer vaccinations and travel health advice.
• Perform routine treatments like dressings and injections.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Chronic disease management

Health assessments

Education

Up-to-date NMC number

Some primary care experience

Job description

Overview

Position: Practice Nurse
Location: Leeds

Hourly Rate: £17 - £25 per hour
Job Type: Permanent (full or part time)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Practice Nurse to join a well-established GP practice. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the clinical team, providing high-quality patient care and contributing to the efficient running of the practice. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive, friendly environment with a diverse patient demographic. Training/refresher courses can be provided if needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of nursing services to patients, including chronic disease management, health screenings, and immunizations.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings, including blood pressure checks, vaccinations, and general health checks.
• Support patients with long-term conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD) and assist in the creation of care plans.
• Administer vaccinations, travel health advice, and general health education.
• Perform routine treatments, such as dressings, injections, and minor wound care.
• Support with the management of health promotion and disease prevention within the practice.
• Take patient histories, carry out clinical assessments, and offer advice on lifestyle changes and disease prevention.
• Provide assistance in the management of the practice's recall and clinical audit processes.
• Work collaboratively with the practice team, including GPs and administrative staff, to deliver high standards of patient care.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and treatments within the practice's system.
• Adhere to all practice protocols, policies, and procedures in line with current healthcare legislation.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date NMC number.
• Some primary care experience.

How to Apply

To apply for this Practice Nurse position, you must have an up to date NMC number and have some primary care experience.

Contact: To find out more about this Practice Nurse position, please call Ollie ASAP on 01614411441 or apply for the position above to receive the full job description!