We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and hardworking nurse to join our current friendly nursing team.
16 hours per week
Whitburn Surgery is run by South Tyneside Health Collaboration - a federation of South Tyneside GP Practices.
There may be a need to work across our other sites based in South Tyneside.
Previous candidates need not apply.
Main duties of the job
* Chronic Disease Management
* Contraception
* Cervical Screening
* Immunisations Inc. children and travel
* Health Screening
About us
We are a friendly and approachable surgery, based in Whitburn Village. We pride ourselves on putting our patients' care and staff well-being at the forefront.
We are a well-established surgery and our team consists of:
* Practice Nurse
* 2 GP Assistants
* Team of 8 reception/admin staff
* Practice Manager
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for implementing processes for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice, including care for elderly and housebound patients.
Working as a senior member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.
The Practice Nurse will be responsible for clinical areas such as health promotion, chronic disease management, and mentoring staff. They will actively support the practice management team in reviewing and delivering clinical policies and procedures.
Whitburn Surgery will ensure that the post holder has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the organization to provide advice and support on a day-to-day basis.
Full job description enclosed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered General Nurse
* Full NMC registration
* Mentor or teaching qualification
* Postgraduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
* Family Planning Qualification
Experience
* Experience working in a GP Practice/Primary Care
* Experience of chronic disease management
* Experience working autonomously
* Experience of infection prevention and control measures
* Experience as a practice nurse or community nurse
* Experience managing elderly and housebound patients
* Experience with quality initiatives, e.g., benchmarking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary: £38,032 to £45,965 per year (pro-rata), depending on experience.
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