Job summary We are currently looking for an experienced Practice Nurse for 9 months Maternity Cover starting in December 2024. Part Time Basis covering 2 days per week. Applicants need to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner along with excellent customer service and communication skills Applicants will need to have a good attention to detail and work with a high level of accuracy. Main duties of the job To oversee the provision of wound care services to patients To request pathology services as necessary To provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required in Diabetes care. To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team About us We are a 4 Partner GP practice situated in a purpose-built premises in Burbage providing care to approximately 11000 patients. We also operate a part time branch surgery in the village of Wolvey. We have a dedicated team of 4 GP Partners, 3 Salaried doctors, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA, 1 Phlebotomist, 1 Paramedic and 2 Clinical Pharmacists. We are also a training practice with GP registrars, Medical Students and Student Nurses. All clinical services are supported by a strong administration and reception team. Date posted 21 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 9 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number A0574-24-0005 Job locations Tilton Road Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2SE Job description Job responsibilities To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and well-being To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health To provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice 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 oversee the provision of wound care services to patients To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services To request pathology services as necessary To 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 read 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 To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics To chaperone patients where necessary To assist GPs with minor surgery when required 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 To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and well-being To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health To provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice 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 oversee the provision of wound care services to patients To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services To request pathology services as necessary To 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 read 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 To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics To chaperone patients where necessary To assist GPs with minor surgery when required 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 Post graduate diploma or degree in Diabetes Management Experience Essential Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of leading a nursing team in a primary care environment Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Experience of chronic disease management Experience of working autonomously Experience of infection prevention and control measures Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse Post graduate diploma or degree in Diabetes Management Experience Essential Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of leading a nursing team in a primary care environment Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Experience of chronic disease management Experience of working autonomously Experience of infection prevention and control measures 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 W M Turner and Partners Address Tilton Road Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2SE Employer's website https://www.burbagesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)