Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and forward thinking Practice. The ideal candidate will be an experienced practice Nurse working in general practice who has the commitment to deliver an exceptional patient/clinician experience within a professional environment. You will be working closely with the team to achieve the highest level of care towards our patients. We are a busy practice and the ideal candidate would need to be flexible, versatile and up for a challenge. On a rota basis there would be an expectation to work 7am starts 8pm finishes and the occasional Saturday to support the practice in there commitment to GP extended access services and seasonal events. A driving licence and an access to your own vehicle would be a necessity. Main duties of the job We are looking for someone who as experience in all areas of General practice nursing and as a willingness to learn new things Experienced Practice nurse - Full time / Part Time hours and a job share would all be considered Diabetes reviews and management Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Ear syringing Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Learning Disabilities Spirometry Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate About us We are a well established GP practice situated in Sutton In Ashfield. Our Practice consists of 5 GP partners and 2 salaried GPs. We are also an approved training practice and have a full compliment of Junior Doctors. The GPs are supported by a team of practice nurses, HCAs a phlebotomist and a full administration team including a practice manager and Assistant practice manager. We offer access to the NHS pension scheme, free staff parking and a generous annual leave entitlement. We are a very friendly and hard working practice which has earnt us the title of CQC Outstanding which we are very proud of. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number A3579-25-0000 Job locations Bluebell Wood Way Sutton-in-Ashfield Nottinghamshire NG17 1JW Job description Job responsibilities Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Ear syringing Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Interest Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Clean and sterilise equipment using autoclave monitoring autoclave Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking, and rotating items as required Chaperoning and assisting patients who are being examined by another clinician. Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Maintain stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Practice Manager Ordering of Health Promotion Literature Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post Job description Job responsibilities Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Ear syringing Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Interest Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Clean and sterilise equipment using autoclave monitoring autoclave Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking, and rotating items as required Chaperoning and assisting patients who are being examined by another clinician. Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Maintain stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Practice Manager Ordering of Health Promotion Literature Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN - Registered General Nurse Qualification Asthma management experience Chronic disease management Desirable Qualified in Phlebotomy Spirometry Learning Disabilities Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN - Registered General Nurse Qualification Asthma management experience Chronic disease management Desirable Qualified in Phlebotomy Spirometry Learning Disabilities 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 Woodlands Medical Practice Address Bluebell Wood Way Sutton-in-Ashfield Nottinghamshire NG17 1JW Employer's website https://woodlandsmedicalpractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)