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Job Summary
What we offer:
A supportive team of 3 Practice Nurses, 3 HCAs and 2 Phlebotomists as well as a Nurse Practitioner and a Mental Health Specialist Nurse offering a wide range of experience, skills and knowledge
Well-equipped treatment rooms to aid independent working but located in close proximity to other nurse team members for collaborative working when necessary
Full orientation to the surgery and the systems we use protocols, policies and PGDs
Regular team and clinical meetings to share information and experiences, with regular guest speakers to maintain CPD
Support and supervision including through revalidation
Opportunity to enhance skills and knowledge through a range of study days, updates and mandatory training
Facilitating the sharing of best practice within community setting
Main duties of the job
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs and within own level of competence:
* Wound care / ulcer care / doppler scanning
* Removal of sutures
* Urinalysis
* Venepuncture
* Injections
* Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations/Travel Clinic (training provided)
* Contraception (training provided)
* Ear syringing
* ECGs
* Hypertension Management
* Cytology (if trained)
* Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
* Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
* Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
About Us
We are a friendly and growing GP practice looking after around 12,000 patients in the Bishopsworth area of South Bristol and are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team player to join our well established nursing team to deliver excellent patient care.
Details
Date posted
27 May 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0466-25-0007
Job locations
Grange Road
Bishopsworth
Bristol
BS13 8LD
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Assist In And Perform Routine Tasks Related To Patient Care As Directed By Senior Nursing Staff And GPs And Within Own Level Of Competence:
* Wound care / ulcer care / doppler scanning
* Removal of sutures
* Urinalysis
* Venepuncture
* Injections
* Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations/Travel Clinic (training provided)
* Contraception (training provided)
* Ear syringing
* ECGs
* Hypertension Management
* Cytology (if trained)
* Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
* Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
* Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist In And Perform Routine Tasks Related To Patient Care As Directed By Senior Nursing Staff And GPs And Within Own Level Of Competence:
* Wound care / ulcer care / doppler scanning
* Removal of sutures
* Urinalysis
* Venepuncture
* Injections
* Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations/Travel Clinic (training provided)
* Contraception (training provided)
* Ear syringing
* ECGs
* Hypertension Management
* Cytology (if trained)
* Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
* Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
* Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
* Venepuncture
* Ability to assess, implement and evaluate a programme of care
* Good communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work alone and in a team
* Flexibility
* Basic computer skills
Desirable
* Advanced nursing skills:
* Immunisation and vaccination
* Cervical cytology
* Proven ability to supervise unqualified staff and assist in training
* Assessing and mentoring skills
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 1 year post-registration experience
* Recent clinical experience
* Knowledge of evidence-based practice and clinical governance
* Interest in wound care
Desirable
* Previous practice nurse experience
* Experience of chronic disease management
* Knowledge of child protection procedures
* Experience in wound care
Qualifications
Essential
* RGN
* Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
* Diploma in one or more areas of chronic disease management, ie. diabetes, asthma, CHD
Person Specification
Essential
* RGN
* Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
* Diploma in one or more areas of chronic disease management, ie. diabetes, asthma, CHD
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Grange Road Surgery
Address
Grange Road
Bishopsworth
Bristol
BS13 8LD
Employer's website
https://www.grangeroadsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Grange Road Surgery
Address
Grange Road
Bishopsworth
Bristol
BS13 8LD
Employer's website
https://www.grangeroadsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Hospitals
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