JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE REPORTS TO: THE PARTNERS (Clinically) THE PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively) HOURS: 22 - 37 hours per week Job Summary: The Practice Nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing General Medical Services to the patients of Practice. Job Responsibilities: Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology when qualification obtained Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures Travel Appointments ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Ear syringing Routine immunizations such as B12, Influenza, Pneumonia Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Requesting pathology tests Contraception including pill checks, depo provera once suitable qualifications obtained Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Inform the Practice Manager of vaccinations needed to maintain stock levels Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post