Job summary Trinity Medical Centre is a forward thinking and friendly GP Surgery with an approximate list size of 6500 patients. We aim to provide a safe, effective and easily accessible range of health services to all of our patients within a friendly and confidential environment. Delivered by a dedicated caring team in co-operation with colleagues in other health and social care agencies. We are a busy Practice situated in the heart of South Shields. Our team is made up of 3 GP Partners, 1 Salaried GP, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, a Practice Nurse, a Health Care Assistant and a full complement of administrative staff. We are looking to recruit a Practice Nurse for 24 hours to enhance our current team and to provide exemplary patient-focussed, high-quality care. Main duties of the job The main duties of this role include general practice nursing duties (including but not exclusive to) Chronic Disease Management Wound Care Immunisations (routine and travel for adults and children) Cervical Screening Injections Ear checks/care About us The surgery is a proud provider of the Year of Care initiative which places focus upon delivering effective individualised care to patients with long term conditions. The post holder will be instrumental in providing this service to our patient group. Experience in Primary Care and the delivery of Year of Care or Chronic Disease Management is preferred but not essential as training will be provided to the right candidate. Date posted 15 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A2768-24-0000 Job locations Trinity Medical Centre New George Street South Shields Tyne And Wear NE33 5DU Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full Job Description which includes: Accountability You are ultimately accountable to the Partners but the day to day running of the Nursing Area is the responsibility of the Practice Manager with the Advanced Nurse Practitioner as peer support. Main Purpose of the Post Responsible for providing a comprehensive range of nursing care in the GP practice including the development, implementation and evaluation of care and/or treatment programs for patients with established long-term conditions, working independently in accordance with practice protocols. Provides a wide range of general clinical care and chronic disease management reviews to practice population through the Year of Care initiative. The Post holder will show total respect and regard to confidentiality of patient information at all times. In addition to this, it is essential that: The nurse works in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct Distribution of documents is undertaken efficiently and promptly That the surgery premises are kept tidy. The post holder is responsible for the delivery of general practice nursing to the whole practice population. The focus of the role is both the delivery of evidence-based practice for patients presenting with a long-term condition, and the provision of preventative health care to the practice population. The Practice Nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating skills of assessment and decision making in the day-to-day 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. The ethos of the Practice is to promote healthy lifestyle, provide health education and deliver good quality primary healthcare to all our patients within the surgery and the home environment identifying and addressing their health needs. Key Duties Advise and counsel patients Working to protocols and provide care accordingly To give holistic assessment of patients needs and to give advice and treatment Undertake screening/health promotion procedures Running of Special Clinics using approved protocols, for example, Year of care reviews incorporating multiple chronic diseases including CHD, Stroke etc Hypertension Asthma/COPD Contraception reviews HRT/Menopause reviews Well Woman Also to be able to, Administer travel and routine immunisations to babies and adults Initiate investigation, treatment and patient management where appropriate Read and action results sent from the lab forwarding to the appropriate GP as required Undertake vaginal swabs where necessary and initiate treatment with liaison with GPs/ANP Assistance in Minor Operations and IUCD fitting with Partners if necessary Carry out ECG, taking bloods and preparing other laboratory samples Second line monitoring of bloods, Rheumatology Assist in the training and supervision of HCA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full Job Description which includes: Accountability You are ultimately accountable to the Partners but the day to day running of the Nursing Area is the responsibility of the Practice Manager with the Advanced Nurse Practitioner as peer support. Main Purpose of the Post Responsible for providing a comprehensive range of nursing care in the GP practice including the development, implementation and evaluation of care and/or treatment programs for patients with established long-term conditions, working independently in accordance with practice protocols. Provides a wide range of general clinical care and chronic disease management reviews to practice population through the Year of Care initiative. The Post holder will show total respect and regard to confidentiality of patient information at all times. In addition to this, it is essential that: The nurse works in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct Distribution of documents is undertaken efficiently and promptly That the surgery premises are kept tidy. The post holder is responsible for the delivery of general practice nursing to the whole practice population. The focus of the role is both the delivery of evidence-based practice for patients presenting with a long-term condition, and the provision of preventative health care to the practice population. The Practice Nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating skills of assessment and decision making in the day-to-day 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. The ethos of the Practice is to promote healthy lifestyle, provide health education and deliver good quality primary healthcare to all our patients within the surgery and the home environment identifying and addressing their health needs. Key Duties Advise and counsel patients Working to protocols and provide care accordingly To give holistic assessment of patients needs and to give advice and treatment Undertake screening/health promotion procedures Running of Special Clinics using approved protocols, for example, Year of care reviews incorporating multiple chronic diseases including CHD, Stroke etc Hypertension Asthma/COPD Contraception reviews HRT/Menopause reviews Well Woman Also to be able to, Administer travel and routine immunisations to babies and adults Initiate investigation, treatment and patient management where appropriate Read and action results sent from the lab forwarding to the appropriate GP as required Undertake vaginal swabs where necessary and initiate treatment with liaison with GPs/ANP Assistance in Minor Operations and IUCD fitting with Partners if necessary Carry out ECG, taking bloods and preparing other laboratory samples Second line monitoring of bloods, Rheumatology Assist in the training and supervision of HCA Person Specification Experience Essential Minimum 2 years post-registration experience. Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines. Desirable At least 1 year recent primary and community nursing experience. Management of long-term conditions. Qualifications Essential Registered first level nurse Desirable Clinical supervision training and experience. Teaching and mentorship. Relevant nursing/health degree. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of health promotion strategies. Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service. Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care. Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy. Desirable Knowledge of needs of patients with long-term conditions. Ability to identify determinants on health in the local area. Knowledge of public health issues in the local area. Awareness of local and national health policy. Awareness of issues within the wider health economy. Knowledge of Year of Care initiative. Skills Essential Change-management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle. Communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to communicate difficult messages to patients and families. Negotiation and conflict management skills IT skills. Desirable Respiratory care. Clinical skills including cervical cytology, immunisation and vaccination, ear care, ECG. Other Essential Self-directed practitioner Highly motivated Flexibility Enthusiasm Team player Ability to work across boundaries Person Specification Experience Essential Minimum 2 years post-registration experience. Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines. Desirable At least 1 year recent primary and community nursing experience. Management of long-term conditions. Qualifications Essential Registered first level nurse Desirable Clinical supervision training and experience. Teaching and mentorship. Relevant nursing/health degree. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of health promotion strategies. Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service. Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care. Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy. Desirable Knowledge of needs of patients with long-term conditions. Ability to identify determinants on health in the local area. Knowledge of public health issues in the local area. Awareness of local and national health policy. Awareness of issues within the wider health economy. Knowledge of Year of Care initiative. Skills Essential Change-management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle. Communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to communicate difficult messages to patients and families. Negotiation and conflict management skills IT skills. Desirable Respiratory care. Clinical skills including cervical cytology, immunisation and vaccination, ear care, ECG. Other Essential Self-directed practitioner Highly motivated Flexibility Enthusiasm Team player Ability to work across boundaries 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 Trinity Medical Centre Address Trinity Medical Centre New George Street South Shields Tyne And Wear NE33 5DU Employer's website https://www.trinitymedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)