A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Practice Nurse to join Marisco Medical Practice on a part-time basis. Exact hours are negotiable.
Salary is competitive.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will have experience in QOF, Chronic Disease Management - Diabetes, Asthma, COPD (preferably with Spirometry) Cervical Cytology.
Immunisation, Vaccination and Family Planning skills are all essential.
INR management and Systemone experience are desirable skills; however, training can be provided for the right candidate.
You will be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of healthcare professionals and be enthusiastic with a commitment to improving nursing practice through ongoing personal and professional development.
If this is you and you have a passion for making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
About us
We are a busy, supportive, friendly practice (14,000+ patients) located on the East Coast of Lincolnshire over two sites, in Mablethorpe and Sutton-on-Sea, and are part of a Primary Care Network.
Marisco Medical Practice is rated Good by CQC and has a high QOF achievement.
The clinical team consists of GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, a Pharmacist, Practice Nurses, and Health Care Assistants.
Marisco is forward-thinking and supports personal professional development whilst also being a training practice for universities, supporting Medical, Nursing, and Nursing Associate students.
Job responsibilities
Special Requirements of the Post:
1. Registered General Nurse
2. Membership of a Professional Body
3. To work in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct
4. Ability to self-motivate, organise, and prioritise workloads
Job Title: Women Health Nurse
Main Purpose of Post:
To assist medical personnel in the care of diagnostic centre patients, including treatment, preventative care, screening, and patient education. The post holder is responsible for the delivery of Women Health nursing to referred patients. The focus of the role is both the delivery of evidence-based care for patients presenting Women health concerns and the provision of preventative health care to the practice population. As an autonomous practitioner, the Practice Nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making in the management of patients. They will work collaboratively within the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures, and provide nurse support as required.
Will actively promote women's health with patients that are referred to the service.
The post holder should work within the NMC code of conduct and ensure other non-regulated team members work within their code of conduct.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical practice
* Assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment programmes that promote health and well-being.
* Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with Women Health Concerns.
* Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients as appropriate, such as pessary changes.
* Work with other health care professionals to diagnose, monitor, and manage treatment, including non-drug-based treatment methods using a management plan, and in line with national and local policies.
* Work with patients to support adherence to prescribed treatments.
* Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side effects, and interactions within the nurses' specialised role.
* Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy living and self-care.
* Support and manage health needs of women presenting for ongoing family planning and cervical cytology consultations.
* Advise, support, and administer vaccinations where appropriate.
Confidentiality
* In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with sensitive information regarding their health. They have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
* In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff, and other healthcare workers.
* Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality, GDPR, and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health and Safety
* The post-holder will implement and lead on the promotion and management of their own and others' health, safety, and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of health and safety and infection control statutory and best practice guidelines.
* Identify risks involved in work activities and undertake such activities in a way that manages those risks.
* Report and correct health and safety hazards immediately when recognized.
Communication
* Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.
* Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognizing the need for alternative methods of communication.
* Act as an advocate when representing patients and colleagues.
Personal and People Development
* Take responsibility for own development, learning, and performance.
* Support the development of others, including HCAs, to maximize potential.
* Participate in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility.
Equality and Diversity
* Identify patterns of discrimination and take action to overcome this.
* Enable others to promote equality and diversity in a non-discriminatory culture.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Experience in management of Women Health
* Cervical Cytology
* Family Planning
* Pessary Management
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr