We are seeking a dedicated andmotivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive primary care team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality,patient-centred care within a welcoming and progressive practice environment.
The successful candidate willprovide a broad range of nursing services, including health promotion, chronicdisease management, screening programmes and immunisations. Working closelywith GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure patientsreceive safe, effective and personalised care that supports their health andwellbeing.
We are looking for an individualwho is motivated, professional and committed to delivering excellent patientcare, while contributing positively to a collaborative and supportive teamculture.
Main duties of the job
As a Practice Nurse, you willprovide a wide range of nursing services within our busy and friendly practice,caring for patients of all ages. Your role will include running nurse clinics,supporting patients with long-term conditions, carrying out health checks,vaccinations, and screening programmes, as well as promoting healthy lifestylesand wellbeing.
You will work closely with GPs andother members of the practice team to provide high-quality, patient-centredcare. Building positive relationships with patients will be an important partof the role, helping them to understand and manage their health withconfidence.
You will be responsible formaintaining accurate clinical records, following practice policies andprocedures, and helping to ensure safe and effective care is delivered at alltimes. You will also contribute to the day-to-day running of the practice andsupport your colleagues as part of a collaborative team.
This is a varied and rewardingrole, ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, values teamwork, and ispassionate about providing excellent care in a primary care setting.
About us
Elmbank Surgery is awell-established GP practice located in Hanwell, serving a diverseand growing patient population. We are committed to providing high-quality,patient-centred care and strive to deliver services that meet the needs of ourlocal community.
Our dedicated team includes GPs,nurses, healthcare professionals, and administrative staff who work closelytogether to provide safe, effective, and coordinated care. We pride ourselveson creating a friendly, supportive, and inclusive working environment whereteamwork, respect, and collaboration are valued.
At Elmbank Surgery, we believe insupporting our staff to develop and thrive. We encourage continuous learningand offer opportunities for professional development to help our team buildtheir skills and progress in their careers.
We are proud of our commitment todelivering excellent patient care while fostering a positive workplace culture.Joining our team offers the opportunity to work in a welcoming practice whereyour contribution is recognised, your development is supported, and your workcan make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our patients and thewider community.
Job responsibilities
Job Description Practice Nurse
Job Title: Practice Nurse Employer: Elmbank Surgery Location: London Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per year (pro rata) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Part-time
Main Duties of the Job
* Cervical cytology, including CSMS and smear safety monitoring
* Childhood immunisations
* Family planning support and advice
* Suture removal
* Simple and complex wound care and dressings
* Vaccination programmes including influenza, pneumococcal, shingles and pertussis
* Ordering and stock management of vaccines in line with cold chain protocols
* Infection control lead duties, including monthly audits
* Chronic disease management clinics
* Health promotion and preventative care activities
Person Specification
Qualifications
* UK registered nurse, significant post registration experience, experience in cervical cytology, knowledge of quality outcomes framework.
Experience
* Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
* Experience working in a primary care or community healthcare setting
* Competence in managing long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma or COPD
* Experience delivering immunisations and vaccinations
* Knowledge of infection prevention and control and clinical governance
* Ability to assess, plan and deliver patient-centred care
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
* Competent IT skills and experience maintaining accurate clinical records
* Experience in cervical cytology (smear taking)
* Experience in wound care and dressings
* Knowledge of travel health and immunisations
* Experience using primary care clinical systems such as SystmOne
* Evidence of continued professional development or relevant specialist training
* Experience supporting health promotion and preventative care initiatives
* Understanding of local healthcare pathways and services
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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