Job summary Dr Uddin & Dr Anwar are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, reliable, experienced and friendly Practice Nurse to join our forward thinking practice. The post is 22.5 hours per week and you must Be extremely adaptable, competent and motivated in caring for patients Experience within general practice is preferable Have appropriate qualifications and active NMC membership Be experienced in Chronic Disease Management Main duties of the job General practice nurses work in GP surgeries as part of the primary healthcare team, which includes our team of GPs, GP Trainees, Practice Nurse, Assistant Practitioner, Nurse Associate, Paramedic, Pharmacists, MSK Practitioner and Mental Health Practitioner. You will be involved in most aspects of patient care including - chronic disease management, cervical screening, phlebotomy, child immunisations, travel vaccinations and ECGs. See Job description for more information About us Our practice comprises of a small team and we trust you will play a full part in developing the practice with all the opportunities and challenges in front of us. The current GP Partners are young, innovative, and highly motivated. We are a training practice and the Partners work closely together to deliver excellent service to our patient population. We work from purpose built premises with a friendly, supportive nursing and administrative team. High QOF achievers GMS practice 5,100 patients 2 GP Partners 1 Salaried GP 2 Practice Nurses 1 Assistant Practitioner A number of PCN attached staff MSK Practitioner, Paramedic, Mental Health Practitioner, Social Prescriber Link Worker, Pharmacists and Pharmacy Tech, Nurse Associate & Care Co-Ordinator EMIS clinical system alongside docman & accurx Date posted 23 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A3686-24-0000 Job locations Halliwell Surgery Lindfield Drive Bolton BL1 3RG Job description 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 be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice 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 As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions To review patient medications to enhance compliance To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services To request pathology services and process pathology results as required To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics, including cervical screening To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Job description 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 be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice 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 As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions To review patient medications to enhance compliance To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services To request pathology services and process pathology results as required To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics, including cervical screening To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Desirable General Practice Nursing Certificate Experience Essential Experience of working in a Primary Care Environment Experience of working within a nursing team Experience of infection prevention and control measures Desirable If not worked in primary care, is willing to complete the General Practice Nurse foundation course Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Desirable General Practice Nursing Certificate Experience Essential Experience of working in a Primary Care Environment Experience of working within a nursing team Experience of infection prevention and control measures Desirable If not worked in primary care, is willing to complete the General Practice Nurse foundation course 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 Dr Uddin & Dr Anwar Address Halliwell Surgery Lindfield Drive Bolton BL1 3RG Employer's website https://www.halliwellsurgery.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)