Job summary Due to a reorganisation of our nursing team, we looking to appoint a friendly and knowledgeable treatment room nurse to join our nursing team. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: - Cervical cytology, wound care, swabs, removal of sutures, urinalysis, ear irrigation, blood pressures, ECGs, venepuncture, immunisation, vaccinations and injections for adults and children, assisting GPs with family planning and minor surgery clinics, dopplers, stocking measurements and some asthma chronic disease management. We are looking for someone who can work 16 hours per week on the following days: Tuesday 8.30am 5pm (8 hours) Friday 8.30am 5pm (8 hours) Our pay range is between £18-£21 per hour (dependent on experience), inclusion in the NHS pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme, free parking and a kind and caring team to work with. The closing date is Friday 2nd May 2025 with interviews planned for week commencing 12th May, however, if we receive enough suitable applications, we may close the advert early and offer an earlier interview date. We would welcome telephone calls or visits to discuss the hours and role for interested applicants. Please contact Jennifer Lumsden, our Assistant Practice Manager on 0117 9321320 to discuss this further. Main duties of the job Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: - Cervical cytology, wound care, swabs, removal of sutures, urinalysis, ear irrigation, blood pressures, ECGs, venepuncture, immunisation, vaccinations and injections for adults and children, assisting GPs with family planning and minor surgery clinics, dopplers, stocking measurements and some asthma chronic disease management. We are looking for someone who can work 16 hours per week on the following days: Tuesday 8.30am 5pm (8 hours) Friday 8.30am 5pm (8 hours) About us We are small semi-rural practice with a growing population of 7,400 registered patient. Our boundary area mainly covers the villages of North Common, Oldland Common, Cadbury Heath, Warmley, Longwell Green, Willsbridge, and up to Bitton. We have a team of GPs, and nursing staff as well as a clinical pharmacist and physiotherapist, a Practice Manager, Assistant Practice Manager and admin support staff. Our practice ethos is very much based around continuity of care, support and good team working. We are proud to say that in 2023 we were rated second in Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire in the National Patient Satisfaction Survey. This is down to the hard work of the entire practice team. We have a team of fantastic and dedicated staff who complement each other in their knowledge, skills, and experience. We get together socially to encourage friendships and to bring the team together. We are fortunate to have a lovely garden at the front of the practice so in the summer we often have lunch outside. We also support charitable work with an annual practice sponsored walk and other events. We operate from a converted farmhouse in the village of North Common which has plenty of free parking for staff. All consulting rooms are situated on the ground floor and there is a small dispensary next to reception. Upstairs houses admin rooms, the staff room and kitchen, plus a room for meetings and training. Date posted 10 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A0754-25-0002 Job locations 47 Victoria Road Warmley Bristol BS30 5JZ Job description Job responsibilities Job purpose : The purpose of the post is to deliver a safe, high quality primary care nursing service to the practice population. Working within the NMC Code of Conduct. Job responsibilities : Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cervical cytology Contraception advice and monitoring Wound care Swabs Removal of sutures Urinalysis Ear irrigation Blood pressures ECGs Venepuncture Routine immunisations and vaccinations for adults and children Injections Travel clinic Assisting GPs with minor surgery and family planning Undertake diabetic foot checks Doppler testing Stocking measurement Asthma chronic disease management Answer and respond to admin/practice notes from clinicians and non-clinical colleagues contacting patients where appropriate Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Lead Nurse, Partners, Practice Manager or Assistant Practice Manager Confidentiality : While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and 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. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & Safety : The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identified Equality and Diversity : The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional Development : The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Complete on-line training provided by the practice on all appropriate topics. Attend quarterly staff training afternoons. Quality : The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. Communication : The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with colleagues and other practice team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the Implementation of Services : The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audits where appropriate Job description Job responsibilities Job purpose : The purpose of the post is to deliver a safe, high quality primary care nursing service to the practice population. Working within the NMC Code of Conduct. Job responsibilities : Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cervical cytology Contraception advice and monitoring Wound care Swabs Removal of sutures Urinalysis Ear irrigation Blood pressures ECGs Venepuncture Routine immunisations and vaccinations for adults and children Injections Travel clinic Assisting GPs with minor surgery and family planning Undertake diabetic foot checks Doppler testing Stocking measurement Asthma chronic disease management Answer and respond to admin/practice notes from clinicians and non-clinical colleagues contacting patients where appropriate Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Lead Nurse, Partners, Practice Manager or Assistant Practice Manager Confidentiality : While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and 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. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & Safety : The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identified Equality and Diversity : The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional Development : The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Complete on-line training provided by the practice on all appropriate topics. Attend quarterly staff training afternoons. Quality : The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. Communication : The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with colleagues and other practice team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the Implementation of Services : The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audits where appropriate Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of infection prevention and control measures Clear Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational health clearance Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of the Practice Nurse Clinically: Clinical knowledge and experience in the following areas: - Wound care/removal of sutures and staples ECGs Venepuncture Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel) Vaccinations Injections Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception) Requesting pathology test and processing the results advising patients accordingly Travel medicine Management of patients with asthma Governance: Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Understand the requirements for PGDs and associated policy Ability to record accurate clinical notes and following agreed templates Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs Chaperone procedure Broad knowledge of clinical governance Communication: Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Strong IT skills including clinical systems Patient care: Polite and confident Flexible and co-operative High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of patients Own car and clean driving license to undertake home visits when required Practice: Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Effectively utilise resources Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Flexibility to cover for colleagues in times of annual leave or unexpected sickness within the nursing team Desirable Post graduate diploma or degrees (Asthma) Family planning qualification Experience of using the EMIS clinical system Experience of managing housebound patients Chronic disease management awareness for: - CHD Diabetes Hypertension Spirometry Awareness of issues within the wider health arena Knowledge of health promotion strategies Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes Experience with clinical risk management Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of infection prevention and control measures Clear Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational health clearance Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of the Practice Nurse Clinically: Clinical knowledge and experience in the following areas: - Wound care/removal of sutures and staples ECGs Venepuncture Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel) Vaccinations Injections Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception) Requesting pathology test and processing the results advising patients accordingly Travel medicine Management of patients with asthma Governance: Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Understand the requirements for PGDs and associated policy Ability to record accurate clinical notes and following agreed templates Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs Chaperone procedure Broad knowledge of clinical governance Communication: Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Strong IT skills including clinical systems Patient care: Polite and confident Flexible and co-operative High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of patients Own car and clean driving license to undertake home visits when required Practice: Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Effectively utilise resources Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Flexibility to cover for colleagues in times of annual leave or unexpected sickness within the nursing team Desirable Post graduate diploma or degrees (Asthma) Family planning qualification Experience of using the EMIS clinical system Experience of managing housebound patients Chronic disease management awareness for: - CHD Diabetes Hypertension Spirometry Awareness of issues within the wider health arena Knowledge of health promotion strategies Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes Experience with clinical risk 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. 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 Close Farm Surgery Address 47 Victoria Road Warmley Bristol BS30 5JZ Employer's website https://www.closefarmsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)