Experienced GP Practice Nurse wanted to join Preston Park Surgery. Preston Park Surgery is seeking an experienced and compassionate GP Practice Nurse to enhance our dedicated team in Brighton's vibrant Preston Park area.
About Us: Situated in the heart of the Preston Park, our surgery is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and friendly workplace where every team member's contribution is valued.
The Role: We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Practice Nurse with prior experience in primary care settings. Your role will be pivotal in delivering comprehensive nursing services, promoting health education, and supporting patients in managing their health conditions.
What We Offer:
* A welcoming and supportive team environment
* Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
* A chance to make a meaningful impact within the Preston Park community
* Excellent salary which reflects experience and job requirement.
Ideal Candidate:
* Possesses substantial experience in general practice nursing
* Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Is dedicated to delivering patient-centred care
* Thrives in a collaborative team setting
If you're a caring and dedicated nurse eager to contribute to a practice that values excellence and community engagement, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at Preston Park Surgery and play a vital role in shaping the health and well-being of our patients.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties include:
* Chronic Disease management (Diabetes, COPD & Asthma)
* Routine & child immunisations
* Wound Care & dressings
* Cervical cytology
* Knowledge of Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF)
* Experience of working and delivering Locally Commissioned Services & Direct Enhanced Services
Job responsibilities
Key Duties include:
* Chronic Disease management (Diabetes, COPD & Asthma)
* Routine & child immunisations
* Wound Care & dressings
* Cervical cytology
* Knowledge of Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF)
* Experience of working and delivering Locally Commissioned Services & Direct Enhanced Services
* Implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
* Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
* Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
* Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
* Ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
* Participate in clinical audits
* Implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the Nursing Team
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
* Recognised qualifications to diploma level or above
* Non-Medical prescriber
Experience
* Working in a primary care environment
* Working autonomously
* Knowledge of chaperone procedure
* Broad knowledge of clinical governance
* Ability to record accurate clinical notes
* Working as a practice nurse in a GP surgery
SKILLS
* Clear, polite telephone manner
* Effective time management (planning & organising)
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
* Experience of audit programmes
* Experience with clinical risk management
Personal Qualities
* Polite and confident
* Flexible and co-operative
* Motivated, forward thinker
* Problem solver with ability to process information accurately and effectively
* High level of integrity and loyalty
* Ability to work under pressure
* Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
* Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
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.
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