Job summary Experienced Practice Nurse The Alma Road Surgery Romsey has a vacancy for an experienced Practice Nurse with Chronic Disease management particularly Diabetes and Asthma to join our busy and friendly Nursing Team. 25 to 30 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday and Friday however negotiable) Pay dependant on experience. The role includes long term condition reviews (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma), Wound care, Cervical Screening, Contraception, Travel & Child Immunisations. The Alma Road Surgery is in a semi-rural location on the outskirts of Southampton and the New Forest with a list size of 15,700 patients. We have 11 GPs, 4 Practice Nurses, Respiratory Nurse Lead, 2 Healthcare Assistants and 2 Phlebotomists. Staff benefit from a morning and afternoon coffee break, social events, birthday leave and a friendly and supportive team culture. Informal visits to the Practice are welcomed. Main duties of the job Title: Practice Nurse Responsible to: Practice Nurse Manager Hours: 25- 30 hours per week Objective: To assess the nursing needs of patients and provide appropriate care/treatment adhering to practice policy and in accordance with NMC guidelines Duties: The main duties are: Minor and Complex wound care / ulcer care Compression Dressings Medical injections B12, Prostap, MH injections etc ECGs Removal of sutures Venesection To document the process of assessment, need and delivery of care To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice following national, local and practice guidelines To attend study sessions in order to keep up to date with current trends To be willing to provide cover due to sickness or holiday To comply with the Data Protection Act and maintain confidentiality at all times To adhere to Practice policies for record keeping Any other duty appropriate to the role as requested by the Practice Nurse Manager This Job Description is a guide to the duties required and may be amended if circumstances change and following discussion with the post-holder. About us The Alma Road Surgery is in a semi-rural location on the outskirts of Southampton and the New Forest with a list size of 15,700 patients. We have 11 GPs, 4 Practice Nurses, Respiratory Nurse Lead, 2 Healthcare Assistants and 2 Phlebotomists. Staff benefit from a morning and afternoon coffee break, social events, birthday leave and a friendly and supportive team culture. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A5031-24-0000 Job locations Alma Road Surgery Alma Road Romsey Hampshire SO51 8ED Job description Job responsibilities Title: Practice Nurse Responsible to: Practice Nurse Manager Hours: 25- 30 hours per week Objective: To assess the nursing needs of patients and provide appropriate care/treatment adhering to practice policy and in accordance with NMC guidelines Duties: The main duties are: Minor and Complex wound care / ulcer care Compression Dressings Medical injections B12, Prostap, MH injections etc ECGs Removal of Sutures Venesection To document the process of assessment, need and delivery of care To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice following national, local and practice guidelines To attend study sessions in order to keep up to date with current trends To be willing to provide cover due to sickness or holiday To comply with the Data Protection Act and maintain confidentiality at all times To adhere to Practice policies for record keeping Any other duty appropriate to the role as requested by the Practice Nurse Manager This Job Description is a guide to the duties required and may be amended if circumstances change and following discussion with the post-holder. Job description Job responsibilities Title: Practice Nurse Responsible to: Practice Nurse Manager Hours: 25- 30 hours per week Objective: To assess the nursing needs of patients and provide appropriate care/treatment adhering to practice policy and in accordance with NMC guidelines Duties: The main duties are: Minor and Complex wound care / ulcer care Compression Dressings Medical injections B12, Prostap, MH injections etc ECGs Removal of Sutures Venesection To document the process of assessment, need and delivery of care To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice following national, local and practice guidelines To attend study sessions in order to keep up to date with current trends To be willing to provide cover due to sickness or holiday To comply with the Data Protection Act and maintain confidentiality at all times To adhere to Practice policies for record keeping Any other duty appropriate to the role as requested by the Practice Nurse Manager This Job Description is a guide to the duties required and may be amended if circumstances change and following discussion with the post-holder. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Friendly and welcoming Pleasant and articulate Smart in appearance Educated to GCE/GCSE standard in core subjects Good Level of IT Competency Good telephone and face to face communication skills Good time management skills Able to work and keep calm under pressure An understanding of the need for strict confidentiality Able to work as part of a team Able to work without direct supervision Able to be flexible and work at desired times especially during busy periods Registered with the NMC Experience Essential Experience in Chronic Disease Management particularly Diabetes and Asthma Desirable Experienced in Primacy Care Nursing desirable Person Specification Qualifications Essential Friendly and welcoming Pleasant and articulate Smart in appearance Educated to GCE/GCSE standard in core subjects Good Level of IT Competency Good telephone and face to face communication skills Good time management skills Able to work and keep calm under pressure An understanding of the need for strict confidentiality Able to work as part of a team Able to work without direct supervision Able to be flexible and work at desired times especially during busy periods Registered with the NMC Experience Essential Experience in Chronic Disease Management particularly Diabetes and Asthma Desirable Experienced in Primacy Care Nursing desirable 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 Alma Road Surgery Address Alma Road Surgery Alma Road Romsey Hampshire SO51 8ED Employer's website https://www.almaroad.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)