Ranworth Surgery in Clacton are seeking an experienced practice nurse to work on a part‑time, permanent basis for 13.5 hours per week, Monday 08:30‑18:30 and Tuesday 08:30‑13:00. As a senior member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will implement processes for the effective management of patients with long‑term conditions, including care for elderly and housebound patients.
Main duties of the job
* Support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the nurse manager.
* Develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice.
* Assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence‑based practice.
* Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes.
* Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing.
* Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long‑term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health.
* Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
* Review patient medications to enhance compliance.
* Support the clinical team.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience working in a primary care environment.
* Chronic disease management.
* Infection and preventative measures experience.
* Experience of continuing professional development (CPD).
* Flexible to working outside office hours.
* Experience of working as a community nurse.
Qualifications
* Registered nurse – current NMC registration with an active PIN.
* Mentor or teaching qualification.
* Nurse prescriber.
* Post‑graduate diploma or degree (Chronic disease management).
* Family planning qualification.
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.
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