Job summary We are seeking two enthusiastic part-time fully trained practice nurses to work around 20 hours a week each on either day of the week except Tuesdays, during the opening hours of the surgery. One of the shifts must be a late shift ending at 6pm. The ideal candidate should be lively and bubbly with a can-do attitude and are used to working in a NHS GP Practice, with care being the forefront of your mind. We are a small friendly GP practice in the heart of Hayes, Kent. With only 6500 registered patients. If successful we would need 2 employment references and enhanced DBS check prior to commencement of employment. We do not have a oversea visa support scheme available and will only consider applicants located in the UK who holds the right to work in the UK documentation. We will only contact those that have been short-listed for test and interviews. Main duties of the job Only candidates with primary care/GP experience will be considered The practice nurse is responsible for providing nursing services to the practice population, within the boundaries of the role. They will support patients to be healthy, monitor patients with long-term conditions, and deliver health prevention, promotion and screening activities. This will include but is not limited to assessing patients; planning and implementing treatment protocols; and reviewing and tracking progress. Implement and evaluate treatment plans for patients with long-term conditions Long-term disease management, dependant on level of experience and training- Including but limited to Take and test pathology samples from patients for analysis (blood, sputum, urine, etc) Care for patients with uncomplicated wounds, including (but not limited to): Removal of sutures Wound assessment Wound cleaning and dressing Management of burns and scalds Ulcer care, (pressure dressings training not needed) Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes Routine immunisations, (as follows, but not limited to) Where qualified, prescribe medication within your areas of competence Perform other clinical duties as required, within the scope of the practice nurses competencies and training About us We are a kind, caring and open surgery. We not only care for our patients but we care for our staff too. We have an open door policy and accept any person regardless of gender identity, Trans status, marital status, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. We love to award our staff and offer a great package: NHS Pension 30 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday pro-rata Annual appraisals Fully paid 2 week induction plan and the training and support doesn't end there; we are a surgery that values their staff and encourage training and development Practice Away Days which are fun and educational Christmas Parties Free Eyes Tests every 2 years as per HSE We have 2 GP Partners, 2 salary GPs, 1 long-term locum GP, Phlebotomist, admin and reception team. You will be replacing our long-term registered practice nurse. We are also part of the Hayes Wick PCN and have access to an array of diverse clinical team who either works remotely, at a third-party premises or in-house such as Clinical Pharmacist, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioner, Social Prescribers and General Practitioner Assistant. They also provided extended services for our surgery meaning patients' have more choice when booking an appointment such as late evening appointments and Saturdays. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £22.50 to £24 an hour depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4228-24-0005 Job locations Forge Close Surgery Forge Close Bromley BR2 7LL Job description Job responsibilities Clinical LTC/Chronic Disease management: Asthma, COPD, CHD, Diabetes including foot checks, Hypertension, Mental Health (SMI) Learning Disability reviews Pre-diabetes reviews Blood pressure checks HRT Checks Contraception Pill Reviews Lipid Management Childhood immunisation Injections: B12, Hormones, Zoladex, Influenza, Shingles, Pneumococcal, RSV, Men ACWY, Whooping Cough, HPV Smears Travel clinic Wound care including ulcers, compression, suture and staples removal Phlebotomy Urinalysis Swap samples such as wound, MRSA, HVS Contraception advice Weight loss advice and support Basic stop smoking advice List is not exhausted Administrative Leads for Infection Control full review 6 monthly, and when needed Stock ordering and management: Nursing: dressings, sample bottles, phlebotomy kits, emergency kit, vaccines, sundries for surgery (re. hand towels, toilet tissue etc.) Coding clinical letters, childhood immunisations, heel prick results Record accurate consultation notes with applicable QOF and other contract coding, using EMIS X/Ardens Templates Working within your scope of practice and know when to refer to GP/onwards safely Attendance and participation in MDT, Clinical, AHD and other staff meetings and training events are mandatory Cold Chain Management Emergency Equipment monitoring Staff training and support Chaperoning Liaising with third parties, such as suppliers, our PCN leads, other MDTs Self-management and CPD and mandatory training learning and kept up-to-date PGD updated and reviewed when needed, and sharing knowledge with others Reviewing, updating and sharing policies that falls under nursing including IFC and Cold chain management Use translating services for patients with accessible needs Help set-up campaign clinics such as during flu season List is not exhausted Job description Job responsibilities Clinical LTC/Chronic Disease management: Asthma, COPD, CHD, Diabetes including foot checks, Hypertension, Mental Health (SMI) Learning Disability reviews Pre-diabetes reviews Blood pressure checks HRT Checks Contraception Pill Reviews Lipid Management Childhood immunisation Injections: B12, Hormones, Zoladex, Influenza, Shingles, Pneumococcal, RSV, Men ACWY, Whooping Cough, HPV Smears Travel clinic Wound care including ulcers, compression, suture and staples removal Phlebotomy Urinalysis Swap samples such as wound, MRSA, HVS Contraception advice Weight loss advice and support Basic stop smoking advice List is not exhausted Administrative Leads for Infection Control full review 6 monthly, and when needed Stock ordering and management: Nursing: dressings, sample bottles, phlebotomy kits, emergency kit, vaccines, sundries for surgery (re. hand towels, toilet tissue etc.) Coding clinical letters, childhood immunisations, heel prick results Record accurate consultation notes with applicable QOF and other contract coding, using EMIS X/Ardens Templates Working within your scope of practice and know when to refer to GP/onwards safely Attendance and participation in MDT, Clinical, AHD and other staff meetings and training events are mandatory Cold Chain Management Emergency Equipment monitoring Staff training and support Chaperoning Liaising with third parties, such as suppliers, our PCN leads, other MDTs Self-management and CPD and mandatory training learning and kept up-to-date PGD updated and reviewed when needed, and sharing knowledge with others Reviewing, updating and sharing policies that falls under nursing including IFC and Cold chain management Use translating services for patients with accessible needs Help set-up campaign clinics such as during flu season List is not exhausted Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable Post Graduate diploma or degree - primary care Non-medical prescriber Experience Essential NHS GP Practice Nurse experience of 2 years Experience of chronic disease management Experience of infection prevention and control measures Travel consultations experience and certification of course completion EMIS X knowledge DOCMAN knowledge Smear Taker Code with HPV update, cytology knowledge and safe management follow-up post positive result Desirable Interpreter of basic blood test results (HbA1c, Lipids, LFT, U&Es and ACR, Cytology) DOCMAN coding on EMIS after reviewing clinical letters (Diabetes: DECS, Foot check, Respiratory letters, Cytology) Zoladex administration EMIS QOF management, including coding, recall and searches Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable Post Graduate diploma or degree - primary care Non-medical prescriber Experience Essential NHS GP Practice Nurse experience of 2 years Experience of chronic disease management Experience of infection prevention and control measures Travel consultations experience and certification of course completion EMIS X knowledge DOCMAN knowledge Smear Taker Code with HPV update, cytology knowledge and safe management follow-up post positive result Desirable Interpreter of basic blood test results (HbA1c, Lipids, LFT, U&Es and ACR, Cytology) DOCMAN coding on EMIS after reviewing clinical letters (Diabetes: DECS, Foot check, Respiratory letters, Cytology) Zoladex administration EMIS QOF management, including coding, recall and searches 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 Forge Close Surgery Address Forge Close Surgery Forge Close Bromley BR2 7LL Employer's website https://www.forgeclosesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)