NHS
Job title:
Practice Nurse
Company
NHS
Job description
Join Our Team as a GP Practice Nurse at Four Elms Medical Centre!Are you a passionate, patient-focused nurse eager to make a real difference in healthcare? We have an exciting opportunity for you to thrive and grow within our dynamic, supportive team. Why Choose Four Elms Medical Centre?A Thriving, Progressive Practice:Become an essential part of our well-established, forward-thinking GP practice. Your nursing expertise will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our diverse community.Collaborative, Supportive Environment:Work alongside a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who believe in open communication, mutual respect, and teamwork. Your contributions and ideas will be valued, helping to shape the future of our practice.Ongoing Professional Development:We are committed to helping you grow! Access continuous training and career advancement opportunities, staying at the forefront of healthcare innovation and best practices.Diverse Patient Population:Engage with a wide range of patients, each presenting unique healthcare needs. Your compassion will significantly impact their lives, providing care that truly matters.Exceptional Benefits:
- Competitive salary tailored to your experience
- Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- A supportive team environment that values your well-being
- Opportunities for CPD and professional growth
If you’re ready to join a team thats dedicated to patient care, we want to hear from you!Main duties of the jobKey Responsibilities:As a GP Practice Nurse at Four Elms, you will:
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Manage chronic conditions and provide preventive care
- Administer vaccinations and immunisations
- Perform wound care and assist in minor procedures
- Deliver health education and promote well-being in the community
- Work collaboratively with GPs, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality
Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse with current NMC licensure
- Experience in primary care or similar healthcare settings is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with patients across all ages and backgrounds
- Competence in medical documentation and basic IT skills
About usWhy Work at Four Elms Medical Centre?Expert Medical Team:Join a highly experienced team of doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals dedicated to providing top-tier medical care. Whether youre interested in routine check-ups or specialized treatments, we cover a wide range of services.State-of-the-Art Facilities:Our modern, well-equipped medical centre provides a comfortable environment for both patients and staff.Comprehensive Services:From general consultations and chronic disease management to vaccinations and womens health, we offer a wide variety of medical services that allow you to develop your interests and skills.Patient-Centred Care:At Four Elms, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, care, and tailor our services to meet individual needs.Convenient Location:With our main surgery in Pengam Green and a branch at Cardiff Royal Infirmary, working with us is accessible and convenient.Welcoming Atmosphere:A friendly, supportive environment awaits you at Four Elms. We understand the demands of healthcare work, so we foster a culture of positivity, where both staff and patients feel valued.If you’re ready to grow, make a difference, and be part of a vibrant healthcare team, apply today and join us at Four Elms Medical Centre!Date posted20 December 2024Pay schemeOtherSalary£19.39 an hourContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Job share, Flexible workingReference numberA4471-24-0003Job locationsSterling CloseFfordd Pengam, Pengam GreenCardiffCF24 2HBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo be responsible for the delivery of practice nursing services to the practice population, working collaboratively with the rest of the practice team.The practice nurse is responsible for a number of clinical areas such as chronic disease management, vaccination and immunisation and general treatment room duties, as well as certain defined administrative duties.The practice nurse role requires the ability to work both autonomously and within a team, good communication, assessment and risk-management skills in order to provide holistic, individualised care which promotes independence and self-care as much as possible. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo be responsible for the delivery of practice nursing services to the practice population, working collaboratively with the rest of the practice team.The practice nurse is responsible for a number of clinical areas such as chronic disease management, vaccination and immunisation and general treatment room duties, as well as certain defined administrative duties.The practice nurse role requires the ability to work both autonomously and within a team, good communication, assessment and risk-management skills in order to provide holistic, individualised care which promotes independence and self-care as much as possible.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Desirable
- Mentor or teaching qualification
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
Knowledge and skillsEssential
- Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- New patient medicals
- Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
- Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice
- 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
- Chaperone procedure
- Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
- Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
- Chronic disease management in [list as appropriate]
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- Travel medicine
ExperienceEssential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment.
- Experience of chronic disease management.
- Experience of working autonomously.
- Experience of infection prevention and control measures.
Desirable
- Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients.
- Experience of quality initiatives, i.e., benchmarking.
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Desirable
- Mentor or teaching qualification
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
Knowledge and skillsEssential
- Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- New patient medicals
- Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
- Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice
- 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
- Chaperone procedure
- Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
- Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
- Chronic disease management in [list as appropriate]
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- Travel medicine
ExperienceEssential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment.
- Experience of chronic disease management.
- Experience of working autonomously.
- Experience of infection prevention and control measures.
Desirable
- Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients.
- Experience of quality initiatives, i.e., benchmarking.
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse.
Expected salary
£19.39 per hour
Location
Cardiff
Job date
Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:46:33 GMT
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