Job summary We are looking to recruit a part-time Practice Nurse to work with us in our small but friendly practice providing care and support to our patients. We are potentially looking for someone to work 25 hours a week. Main duties of the job The role consists of all General Practice nursing duties - Please note that, due to limited resources, we are unable to consider applicants who have not previously worked within General Practice and therefore may not respond to applications who do not have General Practice experience. About us We are a small friendly team, based in Kirkby in Ashfield, who are dedicated to helping our local community with their health needs. Support will be provided by our clinical and administration teams. We are also part of Ashfield South PCN who are able to help provide some aspects of support and ongoing training opportunities. Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A3995-25-0000 Job locations The Health Care Complex 52 Lowmoor Road Kirkby-in-ashfield Nottingham NG17 7BG Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: To work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager (MT) To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health To maintain accurate clinical records To ensure read/snomed codes are used effectively. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy To undertake required nursing activities to help ensure the practice meets all targets eg QoF, IIF etc Undertake ECG Undertake Phlebotomy Undertake Suture removal Undertake dressings and wound care Support the monitoring of emergency drugs and equipment as per the practice schedules and record appropriately To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate This list is not exhaustive and can be amended and added to as relevant training is undertaken. In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to: Support the development, review and implementation of nursing protocols. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., SEAs Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: To work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager (MT) To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health To maintain accurate clinical records To ensure read/snomed codes are used effectively. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy To undertake required nursing activities to help ensure the practice meets all targets eg QoF, IIF etc Undertake ECG Undertake Phlebotomy Undertake Suture removal Undertake dressings and wound care Support the monitoring of emergency drugs and equipment as per the practice schedules and record appropriately To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate This list is not exhaustive and can be amended and added to as relevant training is undertaken. In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to: Support the development, review and implementation of nursing protocols. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., SEAs Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in GP Practice. 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 the patient. Commitment to ongoing professional development. Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Motivated, forward thinker. Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations. Desirable Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required. Effectively utilise resource. Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Phlebotomy Experience working in Primary Care Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in GP Practice. 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 the patient. Commitment to ongoing professional development. Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Motivated, forward thinker. Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations. Desirable Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required. Effectively utilise resource. Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Phlebotomy Experience working in Primary 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 The Health Care Complex Address The Health Care Complex 52 Lowmoor Road Kirkby-in-ashfield Nottingham NG17 7BG Employer's website https://www.healthcarecomplex.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)