Job summary An old established town house, GP surgery who are looking at employing a new practice nurse to the team, which still give the "family doctor" feel with face to face appointments. We want to continue improving patient access, patient experience and health outcomes and look forward to another team member joining the existing friendly, supportive nursing team to do this. The patient feed back is very positive of all of the team members for the support and services provided Main duties of the job Responsible for the clinical areas of the primary care nursing team within a GP practice. Delivering general treatment room services including cervical screening, child immunisations, health promotion, chronic disease management, wound management, travel services, ear irrigation/micro suction Ensuring that the nursing services are delivered effectively to the patient population and working with the practice multidisciplinary team in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF Supporting patients through their diagnosis and signposting to the relevant support agents. About us The practice is a friendly and welcoming environment. Ran by three Partners, 2 are Male and 1 Female they are supported by three salaried GP's, 2 are Female and 1 Male. Currently the nursing team is made up of a very experienced ANP who has served many years within the practice and developed skills from being a Practice Nurse to becoming an ANP; an experienced Practice Nurse who has also served many years with the practice having started her nursing career as a midwife and then 2 Health Care Assistants. The practice is managed by a full-time practice manager and there are a number of part-time staff who cover reception, administration and secretarial roles. Attached to the surgery is an MSK consultant and extended access GP and HCA. The surgery opens at 7.30 a.m. for surgeries starting at 7.40 a.m.; on a Monday one of the Partners offers extended hours until 7.30 p.m. but otherwise the surgery is closed at 6.30 p.m. We are open Monday to Friday unless we are carrying out immunisation programmes We are keen to have staff who may like to extend their experiences and qualifications by learning new skills; we are also involved in our local PCN and their development of training practices. Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A1729-25-0000 Job locations 1 Austen Road Guildford Surrey GU1 3NW Job description Job responsibilities - To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager - To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice - To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes - To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing - To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health - As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF - As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions - To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice - To review patient medications to enhance compliance - To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages - To coordinate the provision of travel medicine services - To request pathology services and process pathology results as required - To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required - To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation - To ensure the use of templates by all nursing team - To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers - To carry out cervical screening - To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics - To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately - To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies - To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs - To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children - To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) - To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately(vulnerable patients etc.) - To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) - To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies Job description Job responsibilities - To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager - To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice - To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes - To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing - To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health - As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF - As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions - To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice - To review patient medications to enhance compliance - To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages - To coordinate the provision of travel medicine services - To request pathology services and process pathology results as required - To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required - To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation - To ensure the use of templates by all nursing team - To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers - To carry out cervical screening - To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics - To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately - To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies - To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs - To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children - To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) - To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately(vulnerable patients etc.) - To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) - To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Qualified in Phlebotomy Immunisation for childhood vaccinations Desirable Cervical Screening qualification Asthma/COPD qualification Diabetes qualification Knowledge and skills Essential IT skills Good communication skills Ability to work under pressure Ability to time manage Desirable Use of GP computer systems Awareness of infection control Experience Essential Previous Nursing team experience Experience in chronic disease management inc. diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory conditions. Wound management Imms/Vacs trained, inc. childhood imms. Desirable Experience in primary care Experience of a GP practice Qualified smear taker Spirometry experience Ear irrigation/Micro suction experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Qualified in Phlebotomy Immunisation for childhood vaccinations Desirable Cervical Screening qualification Asthma/COPD qualification Diabetes qualification Knowledge and skills Essential IT skills Good communication skills Ability to work under pressure Ability to time manage Desirable Use of GP computer systems Awareness of infection control Experience Essential Previous Nursing team experience Experience in chronic disease management inc. diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory conditions. Wound management Imms/Vacs trained, inc. childhood imms. Desirable Experience in primary care Experience of a GP practice Qualified smear taker Spirometry experience Ear irrigation/Micro suction experience 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 Austen Road Surgery Address 1 Austen Road Guildford Surrey GU1 3NW Employer's website https://www.austenroadsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)