Job summary We are looking for a friendly, professional Practice Nurse to join our team at Mullion & Constantine Group Practice. You will be working alongside a passionate clinical team with a very supportive partnership. Our practice is patient focused and strives to deliver the highest standard of care. Main duties of the job To provide the highest standard of nursing care to our patient's in all aspects of general practice supported by the clinical team. About us Mullion and Constantine Group Practice has five partners, complemented by a team of three salaried GPs, a paramedic and a dedicated team of four nurses, supported by our HCA team. We also have a clinical pharmacist, pharmacy technician, and two social prescribers. The management team is supported by a fantastic administrative team ensuring smooth operations across the practice. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A0735-25-0000 Job locations Nansmellyon Road Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7DQ Constantine Surgery 9 Bowling Green Constantine Falmouth Cornwall TR115AP Job description Job responsibilities To provide nursing care by assisting the clinical team in all tasks as trained at the direction of the Lead nurse. To allow effective communication between patients, carers, doctors and otherprimary care staff. To adhere to the strictest confidentiality when handling medical records and other information pertaining to patients and staff. Key duties and responsibilities Duties may vary under the direction of the Lead Nurse and Practice Manager depending on workload and staffing levels and may include the following: Primary Nursing Duties Conducting health checks for new patients Perform smears and cervical Cytology Perform Anti coagulation testing & monitoring Providing wound and ulcer care Undertaking suture and clip removal Performing ECGs Performing doppler assessments Carrying out compression bandaging Measuring blood pressure, temperature and pulse Measuring height, weight, BMI and blood sugar levels Ascertaining smoking status Providing venepuncture and phlebotomy services Taking peak flow readings Undertaking urine testing Conducting routine immunisations including routine childhood immunisations Chronic disease management (Diabetes, learning disabilities, CHD Asthma/COPD) Undertaking opportunistic screening for diabetes Providing treatment during hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies Assisting in providing emergency treatment for asthmas attacks Assisting GPs in minor surgeries Assisting in fittings of intra-uterine devices Administering therapeutic injections e.g Prolia, Zoladex, prostap & any other injections requested by secondary care DUTIES WITHIN THE CLINICAL TEAM Ensuring that specimens are passed on to the pathology service Recognising changes in patient observations and taking appropriate action Advising patients with regards to healthy lifestyle choices Providing dietary advice for healthy eating and the recommended limits for alcohol consumption Offering travel health advice and ensuring patients are given appropriate immunisations Administering medications on prescription if required and according to Practice protocol/SOP Formulating specific wound management plans for patients Acting as patient chaperone when needed Applying infection control measures including safe disposal of waste materials, handling laboratory specimens, decontamination of instruments, dealing with body fluid spillages and reporting needlestick and other injuries Attending regular anaphylaxis and resuscitation training and demonstrating sufficient competency in other emergencies such as stroke, haemorrhage or infarction Assisting in seasonal clinics such as the annual flu campaign and monitoring vaccine storage Maintaining awareness of child health procedures and points of referral Recognising indicators of child abuse and family violence, referring appropriately Recognising indicators of substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring appropriately Recognising the needs of patients with depression or at risk of suicide, referring appropriately Maintaining knowledge of contraceptive choices, emergency contraception and pregnancy, referring appropriately Offering advice on the causes and avoidance of sexually transmitted infections Advising & performing cervical cytology screening Promoting breast cancer awareness, self-examination and providing accompanying literature Promoting mens health including testicular self-examination, prostate disease, vasectomy and sexual health Ensuring stock replenishment and rotation Job description Job responsibilities To provide nursing care by assisting the clinical team in all tasks as trained at the direction of the Lead nurse. To allow effective communication between patients, carers, doctors and otherprimary care staff. To adhere to the strictest confidentiality when handling medical records and other information pertaining to patients and staff. Key duties and responsibilities Duties may vary under the direction of the Lead Nurse and Practice Manager depending on workload and staffing levels and may include the following: Primary Nursing Duties Conducting health checks for new patients Perform smears and cervical Cytology Perform Anti coagulation testing & monitoring Providing wound and ulcer care Undertaking suture and clip removal Performing ECGs Performing doppler assessments Carrying out compression bandaging Measuring blood pressure, temperature and pulse Measuring height, weight, BMI and blood sugar levels Ascertaining smoking status Providing venepuncture and phlebotomy services Taking peak flow readings Undertaking urine testing Conducting routine immunisations including routine childhood immunisations Chronic disease management (Diabetes, learning disabilities, CHD Asthma/COPD) Undertaking opportunistic screening for diabetes Providing treatment during hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies Assisting in providing emergency treatment for asthmas attacks Assisting GPs in minor surgeries Assisting in fittings of intra-uterine devices Administering therapeutic injections e.g Prolia, Zoladex, prostap & any other injections requested by secondary care DUTIES WITHIN THE CLINICAL TEAM Ensuring that specimens are passed on to the pathology service Recognising changes in patient observations and taking appropriate action Advising patients with regards to healthy lifestyle choices Providing dietary advice for healthy eating and the recommended limits for alcohol consumption Offering travel health advice and ensuring patients are given appropriate immunisations Administering medications on prescription if required and according to Practice protocol/SOP Formulating specific wound management plans for patients Acting as patient chaperone when needed Applying infection control measures including safe disposal of waste materials, handling laboratory specimens, decontamination of instruments, dealing with body fluid spillages and reporting needlestick and other injuries Attending regular anaphylaxis and resuscitation training and demonstrating sufficient competency in other emergencies such as stroke, haemorrhage or infarction Assisting in seasonal clinics such as the annual flu campaign and monitoring vaccine storage Maintaining awareness of child health procedures and points of referral Recognising indicators of child abuse and family violence, referring appropriately Recognising indicators of substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring appropriately Recognising the needs of patients with depression or at risk of suicide, referring appropriately Maintaining knowledge of contraceptive choices, emergency contraception and pregnancy, referring appropriately Offering advice on the causes and avoidance of sexually transmitted infections Advising & performing cervical cytology screening Promoting breast cancer awareness, self-examination and providing accompanying literature Promoting mens health including testicular self-examination, prostate disease, vasectomy and sexual health Ensuring stock replenishment and rotation Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Registered Nurse GCSE Grade A to C in English & Maths Experience Essential Experience of working within a nursing team Desirable Experience of working in a primary care team / clinic environment Knowledge & Skills Essential Registered nurse providing high quality care with good interpersonal skills. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Registered Nurse GCSE Grade A to C in English & Maths Experience Essential Experience of working within a nursing team Desirable Experience of working in a primary care team / clinic environment Knowledge & Skills Essential Registered nurse providing high quality care with good interpersonal skills. 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 MULLION & CONSTANTINE GROUP PRACTICE Address Nansmellyon Road Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7DQ Employer's website https://mullionhealthcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)