Job Summary
We are looking for a Nurse with General Practice Experience to join our practice who is looking for a new challenge.
We offer a busy and varied environment, flexible hours, a competitive salary, and support for professional development plus a genuine team approach to patient care. This role attracts an NHS pension and generous annual leave entitlement.
Main Duties of the Job
Job Responsibilities:
* Cytology
* Wound care/ulcer care
* New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis
* Travel Clinic
* ECGs
* Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
* Venepuncture
* Hypertension Management
* Ear syringing
* Routine/Childhood immunisations
* Chaperoning
* Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
* Coil removals
* Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
* Diabetes
* Occasional home visits
* Fitting and changing of vaginal pessaries
* Learning disability health checks
* Anticoagulation initiation and monitoring
* Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs
* Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required
* Maintaining general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms
* Maintaining stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Practice Manager
* Ordering of Health Promotion Literature
* Ordering of stock from the District Hospital
* Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels
* Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
* Maintaining accurate records
* Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
About Us
Thornbrook Surgery is a rural three-partner training practice caring for over 9,500 patients, using EMIS Web. The practice is situated in the High Peak of Derbyshire, on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Easy transport routes are available from both Manchester and Sheffield. Thornbrook is a friendly and forward-thinking practice with a dedicated team of clinicians and admin staff providing quality primary care services.
Date Posted
15 April 2025
Pay Scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Band 6 Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Part-time
Reference Number
A4644-25-0003
Job Locations
Thornbrook Surgery, Thornbrook Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 0RH
Job Description
JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE
REPORTS TO: LEAD PRACTICE NURSE (Clinically)
THE PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively)
HOURS: 20 hours per week, one of those days must be a Friday
SALARY: Band 6 Pro Rata depending on experience
Job Summary:
The practice nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing Personal Medical Services to the patients of the practice.
Job Responsibilities:
* Cytology
* Wound care/ulcer care
* Removal of Sutures
* New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis
* Travel Clinic
* ECGs
* Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
* Venepuncture
* Hypertension Management
* Ear syringing
* Routine/Childhood immunisations
* Chaperoning
* Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
* Coil removals
* Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
* Diabetes
* Occasional home visits
* Fitting and changing of vaginal pessaries
* Learning disability health checks
* Anticoagulation initiation and monitoring
* Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs
* Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required
* Maintaining general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms
* Maintaining stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Practice Manager
* Ordering of Health Promotion Literature
* Ordering of stock from the District Hospital
* Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels
* Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
* Maintaining accurate records
* Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required.
* Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Confidentiality
* In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with sensitive information. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy.
* The post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff, and other healthcare workers.
* Information may only be divulged to authorized persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures.
Health & Safety
The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice policies.
Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues.
Personal/Professional Development
The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice.
Quality
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice.
Communication
The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team.
Contribution to the Implementation of Services
The post-holder will apply practice policies, standards, and guidance.
Person Specification Qualifications
Essential:
* Registered General Nurse
* Qualifications in Cervical Screening
* Commitment to Professional Development
Desirable:
* Qualifications in Asthma and Spiro
* Diabetes
* Childhood Immunisations
* Heart Disease
* Health Promotion
* Travel Advice
Experience Essential:
* Experience of General Practice
* Experience of working in accordance with the UKCC Code of Practice
* Experience in Chronic Disease Management
Desirable:
* Experience of EMIS Web
* Experience of Docman 10
Knowledge and Skills Essential:
* Computer literate
* Excellent communication skills
* Understanding of confidentiality
* Knowledge of QOF
Personal Attributes Essential:
* Ability to work without direct supervision
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Able to work under pressure
* Ability to use own judgement
* Willingness to develop nursing skills
* Able to work in a changing environment
Desirable:
* Flexible and able to cover for colleagues' absence
* Car driver
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer Name: Thornbrook Surgery
Address: Thornbrook Surgery, Thornbrook Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 0RH
Employer's Website: Thornbrook Surgery
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