We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive practice team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting both acute and chronic disease management within our busy GP practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established, forward-thinking practice committed to continuous improvement and excellent patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality nursing care to patients within the practice. Deliver chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD) Undertake cervical cytology, wound care, immunisations, and vaccinations. Support health promotion and screening programmes. Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to clinical audits. Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
About us
The Nile Practice has a list size of 9900 patients and is across 3 sites, Cheslyn Hay, Cannock and Hednesford. We are also a member of Cannock Villages PCN.
Our practice is home to a dedicated multidisciplinary team including GPs, ANP's, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Administrative staff. We also receive support from ARRS staff including Pharmacists, Care Co-ordinator, Physiotherapist, Dietician, Mental Health Nurse and Social Prescribers, who work collaboratively to provide safe, effective care to our patient population.
We pride ourselves on maintaining a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where all staff are valued. Teamwork, respect, and open communication are central to our work ethic.
You will be joining a highly experienced and supportive team that values collaboration and shared learning. The atmosphere within the practice is friendly, professional, and patient-focused, ensuring a positive experience for both staff and patients.
We actively support staff development through training opportunities, mentorship, and regular clinical supervision.
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities ofthe Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out othertasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffinglevels:
* To act as or support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy providing or supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager
* To produce or support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
* To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
* To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
* To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
* To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
* To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects topatients health
* As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
* As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
* To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice
* To review patient medications to enhance compliance
* To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
* To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
* To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
* To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
* To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
* To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
* To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
* To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
* To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
* To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
* To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
* To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
* To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
* To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
* To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
* To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
* To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
* To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
* To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
* To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
* To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to:
* Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle
* Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the partners
* Support all members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, conducting appraisals and training needs analyses as required
* Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
* Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care
* Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate
* Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)
* Coordinate the nursing team rota, ensuring sufficient staff are available to meet patient needs
* Lead the planning and implementation of changes within the nursing team, enhancing the provision of services to patients
* Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
* Mentor or teaching qualification
* Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
Experience
* Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
* Experience of chronic disease management
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
* Experience of infection prevention and control measures
* Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
* Venepuncture
* Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
* Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
* Ability to record accurate clinical notes
* Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
* Women's health cervical cytology
* Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
* Chronic disease management
* Effective time management (planning and organising)
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
* Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation
* Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of a Practice Nurse
* Experience of working in a primary care environment
* Experience using EMIS clinical system
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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