Job summary Interview Date - Thursday 30th January 2025 Practice Nurse Position - Join Our Primary Care Network We are seeking an experienced Practice Nurse to join our dynamic PCN (Brondesbury Medical Centre main role, with cover at Gower Street Practice). This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled nurse to provide high-quality patient care and develop their clinical expertise. Main duties of the job The Role Deliver comprehensive nursing care including chronic disease management, wound care, and health assessments Conduct essential treatments including NHS Health Checks, immunizations, and diagnostic procedures Provide health promotion education and support patients with long-term conditions Work independently while collaborating with GPs and healthcare professionals About us We Offer: Working with a vibrant, innovative team of Doctors and AHPs Nursing team of 4 HCAs Commitment to professional development opportunities in a learning- rich environment Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Regular clinical supervision and training Opportunities to expand clinical expertise Work-life balance: regular social events including book club and theatre trips Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £45,000 to £52,000 a year Depending on Experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A3752-25-0000 Job locations 279 Kilburn High Road London NW6 7JQ Job description Job responsibilities To assist and perform routine nursing tasks related to patient care as directed and agreed with Lead Practice Nurse and GPs. To provide essential Treatment duties such as BP checks, NHS Health checks, prescribed injections (e.g. B12 and Denosumab) BMI and lifestyle advice To provide holistic assessment of wounds and implement wound care in line with current evidence-based guidelines. Inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds within own level of competency. Offer advice about childhood and adult immunisations and ensure vaccines/injections are administrated under patient group directives or individual prescription. To undertake the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including venepuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines Perform a holistic assessment of patients attending for relevant investigatory procedures such as cervical cytology, ECG, following training and in line with local guidelines. To undertake suture and clip removal. To provide general health promotion education, advice on national screening programmes and guide/refer patients to appropriate services or other health professionals as deemed appropriate. To work independently, supported by the clinical team, within the practice they will deliver Chronic Disease Management within the boundaries of their role, focusing upon supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long-term conditions i.e. Diabetes, Ischaemic Heart Disease, Hypertension, health prevention and reviewing screening activities To be able to provide appropriate self-care advice for patients presenting with minor illness within own level of competency and referring to GP/ANP where appropriate. Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician. To assist GPs with minor surgery and well women procedures. Provide contraception advice and sexual health guidance. Undertaking annual contraceptive reviews and injections in line with practice policies. To maintain effective infection control measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy. To be able to recognise and manage anaphylaxis, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. To be able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the correct use of Automated Defibrillator following training, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication. Assist in the completion of monthly stock take and support the cost-effective use of disposable items. Maintain adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the re-stocking of other clinical rooms as required. To participate in developments within the practice and support QOF requirements. Work in accordance with NMC The Code for Nurses and Midwives Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes and on computers, as per NMC guidelines. Attend and participate in practice meetings as required. Awareness of statutory protection procedures including referral and recognition of signs and symptoms of child abuse. Awareness of referral mechanisms for mental health issues, family violence, vulnerable adults and addictive behaviours. Actively take part in mandatory and internalexternal training as requested. Adhere to and follow all policies and protocols as listed in the Employee Handbook and contract. Job description Job responsibilities To assist and perform routine nursing tasks related to patient care as directed and agreed with Lead Practice Nurse and GPs. To provide essential Treatment duties such as BP checks, NHS Health checks, prescribed injections (e.g. B12 and Denosumab) BMI and lifestyle advice To provide holistic assessment of wounds and implement wound care in line with current evidence-based guidelines. Inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds within own level of competency. Offer advice about childhood and adult immunisations and ensure vaccines/injections are administrated under patient group directives or individual prescription. To undertake the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including venepuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines Perform a holistic assessment of patients attending for relevant investigatory procedures such as cervical cytology, ECG, following training and in line with local guidelines. To undertake suture and clip removal. To provide general health promotion education, advice on national screening programmes and guide/refer patients to appropriate services or other health professionals as deemed appropriate. To work independently, supported by the clinical team, within the practice they will deliver Chronic Disease Management within the boundaries of their role, focusing upon supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long-term conditions i.e. Diabetes, Ischaemic Heart Disease, Hypertension, health prevention and reviewing screening activities To be able to provide appropriate self-care advice for patients presenting with minor illness within own level of competency and referring to GP/ANP where appropriate. Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician. To assist GPs with minor surgery and well women procedures. Provide contraception advice and sexual health guidance. Undertaking annual contraceptive reviews and injections in line with practice policies. To maintain effective infection control measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy. To be able to recognise and manage anaphylaxis, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. To be able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the correct use of Automated Defibrillator following training, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication. Assist in the completion of monthly stock take and support the cost-effective use of disposable items. Maintain adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the re-stocking of other clinical rooms as required. To participate in developments within the practice and support QOF requirements. Work in accordance with NMC The Code for Nurses and Midwives Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes and on computers, as per NMC guidelines. Attend and participate in practice meetings as required. Awareness of statutory protection procedures including referral and recognition of signs and symptoms of child abuse. Awareness of referral mechanisms for mental health issues, family violence, vulnerable adults and addictive behaviours. Actively take part in mandatory and internalexternal training as requested. Adhere to and follow all policies and protocols as listed in the Employee Handbook and contract. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Nurse Experience Essential Experience of working within in a GP team Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Nurse Experience Essential Experience of working within in a GP team 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 Brondesbury Medical Centre Address 279 Kilburn High Road London NW6 7JQ Employer's website https://www.brondesburymedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)