The post holder will be responsible for assessing, screening, treating and advising and educating patients,working as part of the primary health care team.
They will deliver a wide range range of defined patient care, including basic treatment room care, chronic disease management and contributing to health care promotions.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities of the role include
Patient consultations
Performing clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, administering injections, wound care.
Chronic Disease Management. Working with patients to mange conditions such as asthma and diabetes through regular reviews and education.
Health Promotion: Promoting healthy life styles, providing family planning advice, immunisations etc.
Collaborating with GPs to provide high quality care for patients.
About us
Meddygfa Star Surgery is a small, friendly, and well established rural dispensing GP practice, committed and proud of providing high quality, patient focused healthcare to our local community.
Working in a smaller GP practice offers the advantage of forging stronger patient relationships and a more intimate work environment.
A smaller practice fosters a stronger sense of teamwork and camaraderie among colleagues.
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Job responsibilities
Health education and advice to patients on a range of topics, such as healthy living and disease prevention.
Chronic disease management, Asthma, Diabetes, COPD etc.
Cervical cytology
Baby and Childhood immunisations
Wound care
ECG
Immunisations
Travel health
Ordering of vaccines
Supervising the Phlebotomist
Organising the Seasonal Flu campaign
Supporting the practice in contractually meeting clinical targets from NHS Wales
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and quality standards
Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring smooth flow of information within the practice.
Adhering to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and practice protocols.
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
* n/a
* Own transport is desirable, as the practice is situated in a rural area.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
* Current CPR training
* Level 2 child protection
Experience
* Previous experience of working in a similar job role within Primary Care
* Knowledge of needs of patients with long-term conditions
* Awareness of accountability of own and others roles in a nurse led service
* Knowledge of health promotion strategies
* Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care
* Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy
* Change management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Empathy and sensitivity in patient interactions.
* Willingness and enthusiasm to undertake further training needs
* Proficiency in relevant IT systems for example, Microsoft Office, and clinical systems.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Motivated, forward thinking, adaptable, flexible, and able to work under pressure.
* A good understanding of the NHS and primary care landscape.
* Ability to work effectively with individuals and teams.
* Knowledge of public health issues in the area
* Awareness of local and national health policies
* Awareness of issues within the wider health economy
* Knowledge of EMIS Web Clinical system
* Knowledge of GMS Contract
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.
Depending on experienceSalary Available on Application 15 hours a week
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