Clinical Responsibilities
* To be responsible for diagnostic procedures for example, venepuncture, blood pressure, height/weight, ECG and any specimens.
* Work with other health care professionals to diagnose, monitor, manage and treat long‑term conditions, including non‑drug‑based treatment methods using a management plan, and in line with national and local policies and practice needs. To advise patients on general health care and promotion of healthy lifestyles.
* To be responsible for chronic wound care as well as post‑surgical wound care.
* To administer injections under an individualised prescription or PGD within training limits.
* To maintain the cold chain of vaccines, including safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
* To administer immunisations for example, influenza, pneumococcal, tetanus and childhood immunisations.
* Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning and cervical cytology consultations. Advise, support and administer vaccinations where appropriate for patients travelling abroad. Assist in providing minor‑surgery sessions.
Core Duties
* Apply infection‑control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines.
* To work independently and as part of a busy Nursing Department, to meet the needs of patients and service delivery.
* To be an active and integral member of the Nursing Team, attending team meetings and training sessions, supporting colleagues and working flexibly to cover annual leave or sickness.
* To act as chaperone if required/ requested by patients and colleagues.
* Support the development of others in order to maximise potential. Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.
* To assist in maintaining a safe environment for the clinical team, patients and co‑workers, ensuring that all statutory and local regulations (e.g. Health & Safety, COSHH, clinical waste management, infection control) are implemented and followed.
* To ensure data is recorded accurately and timely onto patient records, with due regard for record management and patient confidentiality.
* To ensure data is accurately recorded and coded onto relevant templates and documentation associated with patient health care.
* To maintain and stock examination rooms and treatment rooms with agreed consumables and clinical equipment / instruments.
* To be aware of quality standards and targets as set out in NICE guidelines, NHS contracts, Quality and Outcomes Framework, etc., working to achieve these standards at all times.
* To promote a professional approach at all times by attire and attitude to patients and staff both in and out of the Practice.
* To maintain annual registration with the NMC and other professional bodies (as required). To adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct.
The above constitute the main responsibilities of the post and may be subject to change.
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