Job summary At Grafton Medical Partners, we value training, staff development and excellent patient care. We are a dynamic long-established training practice within Tooting in Southwest London, seeking a proactive Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. You will work in collaboration with our on-site GPs, Practice Nurses and ANPs, HCAs, Phlebotomists, Social Prescribers, FCPs and Paramedics. As part of our Nursing Team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care. The successful candidates will be responsible for organising, managing, and prioritising their own workload and ensuring that patient care is paramount. To apply for this position, you will need to have current NMC Registration and an excellent knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices including, but not limited to Phlebotomy, Immunisations, Smears, etc. We expect applicants to be IT proficient with at least 2 years of proven experience as a Practice Nurse. Previous EMIS experience is desirable, but not essential. Ideally, we are looking for a full-time colleague (37.5hours per week). Salary is dependent on experience. If you are interested to find out more, please send your CV and covering letter to our generic email address swlicb.trevelyanhousesurgerynhs.net FAO Dr Penelope Smith, Clinical Director & Senior Partner. Main duties of the job Job responsibilities: Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Practice Nurse Manager and GPs. Responsibilities will be inclusive, but not limited to: Essential: Basic wound care/ulcer care Removal of sutures New patient medicals Urinalysis ECGs NHS Health Checks Peak flow readings Blood pressure measurements Cervical Smear Test Routine immunisations Childhood and General Immunisations Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Desirable: Diabetes Checks Venepuncture Other roles: Ordering of stock Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels Following a Cold-Chain Protocol Participation in administrative systems in the Practice Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required On occasion there may be a requirements to undertake home visits About us Our Mission Statement: We will welcome and treat you with dignity and respect. We will make every possible effort to address your needs. We will help you to be responsible for your own health. We will ensure you are an equal partner in health care decisions which affect you and your family. We will help you feel part of a health community. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number A3431-24-0008 Job locations Trevelyan House Surgery 160 Tooting High Street London SW17 0RT Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary Grafton Medical Partners are looking to recruit an experienced Practice Nurse in South West London. You will primarily be based at out Trevelyan House site in Tooting with good public transport links. The role requires NMC Registrations and experience working in a Primary Care. You will need to be competent administering immunisations, completing chronic disease reviews and performing Cervical Smear Tests. We would prefer the successful candidate to work 37.5hours per week with a 1 in 4 Saturday commitment. You will benefit from 6 weeks of annual leave pro rata, Bank Holidays, NHS Pension and Blue Light Card discounts. Job responsibilities Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Practice Nurse Manager and GPs. Responsibilities will be inclusive, but not limited to: Essential Basic wound care/ulcer care Removal of sutures New patient medicals Urinalysis ECGs NHS Health Checks Peak flow readings Blood pressure measurements Cervical Smear Test Routine immunisations Childhood and General Immunisations Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Desirable Diabetes Checks Venepuncture Other roles Ordering of stock Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels Following a Cold-Chain Protocol Participation in administrative systems in the Practice Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required On occasion there may be a requirements to undertake home visits Other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post To undertake any other reasonable tasks as allocated by managers and/or GP Partners. This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonable required. Working Environment: Carry out routine checks to ensure your work station is clean and tidy at the start and end of your shift. Ensure all equipment in your work station is operational and up to date and report any issues to your line manager. Ensure that confidential patient information is stored and handled according to protocol and report any concerns to your line manager. Health & Safety Assist in promoting and maintaining your own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health and Safety policy. Ensure that any hazards in your working area are reported immediately to your line manager. Confidentiality Ensure patient and Practice information is kept confidential and secure at all times, in accordance with the Information Security and Confidentiality protocols. Performance/Professional Development To participate in training sessions to ensure administrative, clinical and computer skills are kept up to date with current technology and practice. To participate in regular appraisal meetings. To participate in regular team meetings. Equality & Diversity To support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues according to Practice protocol. Working with Patients To work in partnership with our patients to help them achieve better health outcomes. To offer a polite, friendly and efficient level of customer service to all our patients and to ensure the rest of reception and admin team understand and value customer service by supervision, mentoring or as a role model. Dignity and Respect To treat patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect at all times. Feedback To listen to feedback from patients and colleagues whether this be a complaint, comment or compliment and if it cannot be dealt with immediately, ensure it is reported immediately to a member of the Practice Management Team. CQC (Care Quality Commission) To work within the guidelines set byCQC to ensure that the Practice is safe,efficient andprovides the best possible care for patients. To offer suggestions to the Practice Manager on how we can improve, progress anddevelop allprocesses relating to CQC. Key Competencies Exceptional communication skills Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities Customer service focus Problem analysis and problem-solving Decision-making Planning and organising Initiative Flexibility Stress tolerance Equal Opportunities Policy The Practice is committed to enabling everyone working in the practice to achieve his or her full potential in an environment characterised by dignity and mutual respect, and recognises that everyone is different and values the unique contribution that individual experience, knowledge and skills can make. Everyone working in the practice should be treated fairly and valued equally. All employment conditions should fit in with the needs of those who work in it, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, domestic circumstances, social and employment statues or political affiliation. Any member of staff wishing to make a complaint should follow the guidelines laid out in their contracts and staff handbook. Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary Grafton Medical Partners are looking to recruit an experienced Practice Nurse in South West London. You will primarily be based at out Trevelyan House site in Tooting with good public transport links. The role requires NMC Registrations and experience working in a Primary Care. You will need to be competent administering immunisations, completing chronic disease reviews and performing Cervical Smear Tests. We would prefer the successful candidate to work 37.5hours per week with a 1 in 4 Saturday commitment. You will benefit from 6 weeks of annual leave pro rata, Bank Holidays, NHS Pension and Blue Light Card discounts. Job responsibilities Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Practice Nurse Manager and GPs. Responsibilities will be inclusive, but not limited to: Essential Basic wound care/ulcer care Removal of sutures New patient medicals Urinalysis ECGs NHS Health Checks Peak flow readings Blood pressure measurements Cervical Smear Test Routine immunisations Childhood and General Immunisations Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Desirable Diabetes Checks Venepuncture Other roles Ordering of stock Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels Following a Cold-Chain Protocol Participation in administrative systems in the Practice Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required On occasion there may be a requirements to undertake home visits Other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post To undertake any other reasonable tasks as allocated by managers and/or GP Partners. This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonable required. Working Environment: Carry out routine checks to ensure your work station is clean and tidy at the start and end of your shift. Ensure all equipment in your work station is operational and up to date and report any issues to your line manager. Ensure that confidential patient information is stored and handled according to protocol and report any concerns to your line manager. Health & Safety Assist in promoting and maintaining your own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health and Safety policy. Ensure that any hazards in your working area are reported immediately to your line manager. Confidentiality Ensure patient and Practice information is kept confidential and secure at all times, in accordance with the Information Security and Confidentiality protocols. Performance/Professional Development To participate in training sessions to ensure administrative, clinical and computer skills are kept up to date with current technology and practice. To participate in regular appraisal meetings. To participate in regular team meetings. Equality & Diversity To support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues according to Practice protocol. Working with Patients To work in partnership with our patients to help them achieve better health outcomes. To offer a polite, friendly and efficient level of customer service to all our patients and to ensure the rest of reception and admin team understand and value customer service by supervision, mentoring or as a role model. Dignity and Respect To treat patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect at all times. Feedback To listen to feedback from patients and colleagues whether this be a complaint, comment or compliment and if it cannot be dealt with immediately, ensure it is reported immediately to a member of the Practice Management Team. CQC (Care Quality Commission) To work within the guidelines set byCQC to ensure that the Practice is safe,efficient andprovides the best possible care for patients. To offer suggestions to the Practice Manager on how we can improve, progress anddevelop allprocesses relating to CQC. Key Competencies Exceptional communication skills Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities Customer service focus Problem analysis and problem-solving Decision-making Planning and organising Initiative Flexibility Stress tolerance Equal Opportunities Policy The Practice is committed to enabling everyone working in the practice to achieve his or her full potential in an environment characterised by dignity and mutual respect, and recognises that everyone is different and values the unique contribution that individual experience, knowledge and skills can make. Everyone working in the practice should be treated fairly and valued equally. All employment conditions should fit in with the needs of those who work in it, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, domestic circumstances, social and employment statues or political affiliation. Any member of staff wishing to make a complaint should follow the guidelines laid out in their contracts and staff handbook. Person Specification Experience Essential Practice Nurse Experience - 2 years Desirable EMIS Qualifications Essential Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care Person Specification Experience Essential Practice Nurse Experience - 2 years Desirable EMIS Qualifications Essential Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care 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 Grafton Medical Partners Address Trevelyan House Surgery 160 Tooting High Street London SW17 0RT Employer's website https://www.trevelyanhousesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)