Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Practice Nurse who will work as an integral part of the nursing team, using their skills and knowledge to offer holistic care to our registered patients. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about healthcare and want to make a positive impact on patients lives. A high standard of patient care is our utmost priority together with the work-life balance of our whole team. We are offering a permanent post of between 20 - 30 hours per week. We offer a competitive salary, NHS Pension and opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Main duties of the job As part of our nursing team you will be required to adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice. You will ensure that the highest standards of care is being provided for our patients. You will deliver a high standard of patient care using specialist practice nursing skills. Must be able to deliver a whole range of nursing duties to include but not limited to:- ECG's, dressings, cervical screening, child and adult vaccinations (including travel), baby immunisations, women's health and long term condition reviews etc. You will also perform a wide variety of other nursing duties according to skills and provide a caring and empathetic approach to the role. You must have excellent communication skills, be organised, work well under pressure and enjoy working flexibly within a multi-disciplinary team setting. About us Clifton Court Medical Practice is a busy & friendly practice located close to the centre of Darlington with close links to the train station. Our team consists of GP Partners, Salaried GP's, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, GP Assistants, Pharmacist and Care Co-Ordinators. We also have an excellent and highly efficient administrative and leadership team within the practice. We are a highly regarded training practice, with a strong ethos of education and professional development to enable us to deliver the highest possible standard of care.We strive for innovative ways to increase capacity and patient satisfaction. We have a commitment to continued learning and support and encourage the development of our team. We are forward thinking and put the patient at the centre of everything we do while ensuring flexible ways of working for the team trying to achieve a work/life balance. We are a very social bunch and the successful candidate will be invited to attend our regular team events. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Highly competitive. Depending on experience. Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A5699-25-0000 Job locations Victoria Road Darlington County Durham DL1 5JN 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: Venepuncture, handling of specimens. Undertaking diagnostic tests and screening procedures within agreed practice protocols (e.g. ECG and cervical cytology). Immunisation and vaccination of children and adults (including travel vaccines) Ear examination and syringing. Wound care, dressings and removal of sutures. Care and maintenance of equipment. New patient checks. Effectively manage, assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with chronic diseases/long term conditions as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes Framework and Practice vision including: Respiratory, Diabetes, Heart Disease, LD, Hypertension etc. Deliver care to the frail and housebound population at the practice. Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks. Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required. Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately. Perform cervical screening, pill checks and promote breast awareness. Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs as per Practice policy. Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as or if required e.g diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc. Contribute to the maintenance of the practice disease registers. Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients with healthy lifestyle choices and refer appropriately. Ensure that current evidence based approaches to patients are standard practice. Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and bodily fluid spillages and report and treat sharps injuries. Undertake annual training and demonstrate competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required Exercise an autonomous role in prescribing from the independent nurse prescribing formulary in accordance with The Medical Products: Prescription by Nurses Act 1992, taking into account the NMC guidelines for the Administrations of Medicines 2002 within the scope of national and local protocols Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician To provide appropriate signposting to the relevant clinician or external organisation whilst ensuring that the patient receives appropriate ongoing care To promote high standards of patient care by the application of a systematic triage approach and undertake comprehensive holistic assessments of person-centred care needs To maintain clear, concise and accurate documentation within the systems provided To maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary teams to the benefit of the patient To maintain the confidentiality of matters relating to patients and patient care in accordance with the NMC guidelines To communicate complex and sensitive information concerning a patients medical condition effectively to patients/carers, recognising that sometimes there are barriers to understanding. To foster good public relations by ensuring courtesy and discretion when dealing with patients and their relatives To support and advise patients on the promotion of health, prevention of ill-health and the self-management of their health within their limitations. To recognise situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual and act on the findings. To ensure that care given is supported by the best available evidence and local policies and procedures. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately To maintain professional competency whilst remaining current and in date for NMC revalidation 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: Venepuncture, handling of specimens. Undertaking diagnostic tests and screening procedures within agreed practice protocols (e.g. ECG and cervical cytology). Immunisation and vaccination of children and adults (including travel vaccines) Ear examination and syringing. Wound care, dressings and removal of sutures. Care and maintenance of equipment. New patient checks. Effectively manage, assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with chronic diseases/long term conditions as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes Framework and Practice vision including: Respiratory, Diabetes, Heart Disease, LD, Hypertension etc. Deliver care to the frail and housebound population at the practice. Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks. Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required. Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately. Perform cervical screening, pill checks and promote breast awareness. Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs as per Practice policy. Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as or if required e.g diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc. Contribute to the maintenance of the practice disease registers. Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients with healthy lifestyle choices and refer appropriately. Ensure that current evidence based approaches to patients are standard practice. Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and bodily fluid spillages and report and treat sharps injuries. Undertake annual training and demonstrate competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required Exercise an autonomous role in prescribing from the independent nurse prescribing formulary in accordance with The Medical Products: Prescription by Nurses Act 1992, taking into account the NMC guidelines for the Administrations of Medicines 2002 within the scope of national and local protocols Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician To provide appropriate signposting to the relevant clinician or external organisation whilst ensuring that the patient receives appropriate ongoing care To promote high standards of patient care by the application of a systematic triage approach and undertake comprehensive holistic assessments of person-centred care needs To maintain clear, concise and accurate documentation within the systems provided To maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary teams to the benefit of the patient To maintain the confidentiality of matters relating to patients and patient care in accordance with the NMC guidelines To communicate complex and sensitive information concerning a patients medical condition effectively to patients/carers, recognising that sometimes there are barriers to understanding. To foster good public relations by ensuring courtesy and discretion when dealing with patients and their relatives To support and advise patients on the promotion of health, prevention of ill-health and the self-management of their health within their limitations. To recognise situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual and act on the findings. To ensure that care given is supported by the best available evidence and local policies and procedures. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately To maintain professional competency whilst remaining current and in date for NMC revalidation Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in general practice Experience of chronic disease management Ability to work unsupervised Desirable Experience in dealing with Respiratory Long Term Condition Management. Qualifications Essential NMC registered practice nurse with active registration Desirable Qualified/Experienced in Respiratory Nurse Prescribing Contraception & HRT qualifications Full driving license holder Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in general practice Experience of chronic disease management Ability to work unsupervised Desirable Experience in dealing with Respiratory Long Term Condition Management. Qualifications Essential NMC registered practice nurse with active registration Desirable Qualified/Experienced in Respiratory Nurse Prescribing Contraception & HRT qualifications Full driving license holder 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 Clifton Court Medical Practice Address Victoria Road Darlington County Durham DL1 5JN Employer's website https://www.cliftoncourtmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)