To be responsible for the implementation of processes for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice.
Working as a member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.
The Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, well women and well man clinics, as well as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.
Main duties of the job
For a more comprehensive breakdown of the main duties of the role, please see the attached Primary Key Responsibilities on the Job Description attached.
About us
Borth Surgery is situated in the centre of the village and has transport links via bus and train. The Surgery looks after approximately 2,700 patients in Borth and the wider community. We have three GPs, one GP Registrar, Physician's Associate all of whom are supported by the Nursing team and admin/reception staff. We are a teaching practice and have a number of students throughout the year.
Our philosophy at Borth Surgery is to provide effective, quality patient care in a range of areas. This includes not only caring for patients' physical needs but also providing patients with health promotion and education regarding their chronic conditions, empowering them to make decisions and changes that will benefit their health and well-being. We welcome both medical, physician associate and nursing students and endeavour to offer a rich learning environment to those wanting to experience working in Primary Care.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description which details all primary and secondary responsibilities involved in this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse
* Mentor or teaching qualification
* Post-graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
* Nurse Prescriber
* Family planning qualification
Experience
* Experience of working in a primary care environment
* Experience of chronic disease management
* Experience of working autonomously
* Experience of infection prevention and control measures
* Experience of working as a practice nurse or a community nurse
* Experience of quality initiatives i.e., benchmarking
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.
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