Who we are…. We are a busy practice serving almost 25,000 patients, situated in the lovely city of Winchester.
Who we also are… We are weightlifters, runners, horse-riders, gamers, crafty-types, music lovers, movie buffs, dog (and cat!) lovers, coffee enthusiasts and we love a good social event!
We are hardworking, we care about our work, each other, and our patients.
We take care and have pride in everything we do, we push boundaries and love to learn.
Most importantly, we are one team – in it together and supporting each other.
Contract Type – PERMANENT
Part-time or full-time position available.
Pay – depending on experience
Area of Work – General Practice
Overview of Nursing Team –
We are a super friendly Nursing Team consisting of five Practice Nurses and two Healthcare Assistants – AND we have a designated PA to assist us with all that burdening admin-type stuff and timetabling etc to make your clinical life as smooth and slick as possible! Our team benefit from regular breaks, realistic appointment timings, protected daily set-up, admin and cleardown time, as well as post-holiday catch up time!
Benefits for everyone who works with us –
* Birthday leave
* Free uniform
* Employee Assistance Program
* Monthly team meetings
* Free tea/coffee
* Numerous social events throughout the year
* Parking available at request
* Employee Recognition Awards
* Bluelight NHS discount card paid for by the practice
* Long service recognition
* Scope for CPD support
* Supported induction period
* Overtime available through the PCN
Job Summary –
Special Requirements of the Post: – Registered General Nurse Membership of a professional body.
To have experience in General Practice.
* We are looking for someone who can administer & advise on adult, child and NHS travel immunisations.
* Administer routine injectable treatments such as Zoladex, Prostap, Decapeptyl, Denosumab, vitamin B12.
* Assess, plan & treat both acute and chronic wounds. Removal of sutures.
* Provide holistic health promotion including screening to targeted individuals and groups within the Practice. This will include cervical cytology, urinalysis, ECG.
* Perform doppler as part of holistic leg assessment. Provide compression treatment where appropriate.
* Routine review of women’s health including contraception and HRT reviews.
* Monitoring & review of patients with known chronic disease, following practice protocols and in keeping with own scope of competence.
Clinical Responsibilities.
* Responsible for maintaining high standards of care for patients and ensuring that care is delivered in accordance with recognised quality standards e.g., NICE guidance.
* Provide nursing treatment, assessments, and screening to patients.
* Be aware of and adhere to local Child Protection Procedures.
* To be flexible in response to a varying caseload and Practice emergencies.
* Advise patients on general health care, health education and minor ailments with referral to other team members of the primary health care team as necessary.
* Maintain clear lines of accountability to manage any evidence of poor clinical practice.
* To adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct.
* Exercise awareness of professional responsibilities being familiar with current evidence and taking opportunities for personal development in line with Revalidation.
* Access regular peer support and attend Primary Care Nurse Meetings.
* To undertake research and assist in audit as necessary to own work.
Other tasks may include:
* Cleaning of medical equipment used.
* Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of the treatment rooms.
* Restocking of treatment rooms.
* Assisting with the ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels.
* Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.
* Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required.
* Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
The Friarsgate Practice, Stockbridge Road, Winchester #J-18808-Ljbffr