Join Our Friendly and Supportive Clinical Team!
We're looking for a motivated Practice Nurse or Nursing Associate to become part of our welcoming clinical team, which includes 5 GPs, 3 Nurse Practitioners, 3 Practice Nurses, 2 HCAs, and 2 GP Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse with a passion for chronic disease management, particularly in asthma and COPD (including spirometry testing and interpretation), and complex wound care.
We're ideally seeking someone to work 24 hours over 3 days, but can offer some flexibility on working days. Based at Bognor Medical Practice, a busy, well-established GP surgery in the heart of town, you'll be working just 200 metres from the beach with a diverse and vibrant patient population.
While previous experience in general practice is desirable, it's not essential — we welcome applications from nurses and nursing associates with strong clinical skills and a willingness to learn. We value teamwork, professional development, and a culture where everyone supports each other to deliver the best care possible.
Main duties of the job
Job Responsibilities:
* Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Lead nurse and GPs.
* Such tasks may include:
* Basic wound care / ulcer care
* Removal of Sutures
* Urinalysis
* ECGs
* Respiratory / Spirometry testing and interpretation
* Blood pressure measurements and management
* Ear syringing
* Routine immunisations
* Childhood immunisations
* Travel immunisations and consultations
* Cervical smears
* Chaperoning and assisting patients being examined by another clinician
* HRT
* Family Planning
* Requesting basic pathology tests, e.g., urine culture, swabs
* Chronic Disease Management consultations within training and competency boundaries
* Following clinical protocols with referral to senior staff as appropriate
Other tasks include:
* Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by nurses and GPs
* Housekeeping duties for treatment rooms
* Ordering and monitoring vaccinations to maintain stock levels
* Infection Control
* Administrative tasks and maintaining accurate records
* Reporting potential issues to Lead nurse/management
* Participation in practice meetings
* Any other delegated duties appropriate to the role
About us
Bognor Medical Practice is a friendly, well-established seaside GP surgery located just moments from the beach. Serving a diverse and growing patient population, we pride ourselves on being a patient-centred, forward-thinking practice that combines traditional values with innovative approaches to care. Our team collaborates across disciplines, embracing change and technology to improve patient outcomes and foster a supportive environment for staff and patients alike. We focus on professional development and community-focused care, and are proud to be a trusted part of our town's healthcare landscape.
Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
* Assist in and perform routine patient care tasks as directed by Lead nurse and GPs, including:
* Basic wound and ulcer care
* Removal of Sutures
* Urinalysis
* ECGs
* Spirometry testing and interpretation
* Blood pressure management
* Ear syringing
* Immunisations (routine, childhood, travel)
* Cervical smears
* Chaperoning and assisting patients during examinations
* Assisting GPs with minor surgery
* Requesting pathology tests
* Chronic Disease Management within training scope
* Following clinical protocols with referrals as needed
* Family planning and HRT support
Additional tasks include:
* Equipment maintenance and cleaning
* Room and stock management
* Housekeeping duties
* Ordering stock and vaccines
* Infection control
* Administrative record keeping
* Reporting issues to management
* Participation in practice meetings
* Other duties as delegated
Special Requirements of the Post
* Strict confidentiality adherence
* Judgment, resourcefulness, and common sense
* High professional standards and ongoing professional development
* Compliance with Health and Safety and Infection Control
* Effective use of resources
* Awareness of limitations and scope of practice
* Adherence to NMC Code of Conduct and maintaining an up-to-date portfolio
* Participation in annual appraisals
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Nursing Associate with GCSEs in Maths and English (A-C) and Foundation Degree
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to DBS checks as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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