The post-holder will be a qualified nurse, responsible for the delivery of practice nursing services care to the practice population. Supported by the Lead Nurse Practitioner and acting within their professional boundaries, they will demonstrate safe clinical decision-making and expert care for patients within the general practice. The role focuses on supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring and managing long-term conditions, health prevention and screening activities, immunisations, and may include cervical screening.
The post-holder will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures. They will build effective working relationships with other health care professionals and work within the team of GPs, nurses, and health care assistants to deliver excellent primary health care services within the Practice.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Venepuncture, handling of specimens.
2. Undertaking diagnostic tests and screening procedures within agreed practice protocols (e.g., ECG and cervical cytology).
3. Immunisation and vaccination of children, adults, and travellers.
4. Ear examination and syringing.
5. Wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures.
6. First aid and management of emergencies (e.g., burns, haemorrhage, shock, cardiac arrest).
7. Triage of injuries.
8. Care and maintenance of equipment.
9. New patient checks.
10. Provide appropriate signposting to the relevant clinician or external organisation while ensuring that the patient receives appropriate ongoing care.
11. Promote high standards of patient care by applying a systematic triage approach and undertaking comprehensive holistic assessments of person-centred care needs.
12. Maintain clear, concise, and accurate documentation within the systems provided.
13. Ensure that all necessary arrangements are completed promptly and safely.
14. Maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary teams for the benefit of the patient.
15. Maintain confidentiality of matters relating to patients and patient care in accordance with NMC guidelines.
16. Communicate complex and sensitive information concerning a patient's medical condition effectively to patients/carers, recognizing potential barriers to understanding.
17. Foster good public relations by ensuring courtesy and discretion when dealing with patients and their relatives.
18. Support and advise patients on health promotion, prevention of ill-health, and self-management of their health within their limitations.
19. Recognize situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of individuals and act on the findings.
20. Ensure that care given is supported by the best available evidence and local policies and procedures.
21. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.
22. Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately.
23. Uphold the confidentiality of all records/information held by Pembroke Medical Group.
This duty lasts indefinitely and continues after leaving employment at this practice. All information identifying individuals must be managed locally with the Confidentiality Policy and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
Professional Role:
1. Promote personal development and clinical excellence.
2. Facilitate and participate in multi-disciplinary education and clinical supervision.
3. Work within the relevant Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice.
4. Participate in organizational decision making and use data from information systems to improve practice.
5. Maintain professional development in line with regulations.
6. Participate in continuing professional development opportunities to ensure up-to-date evidence-based knowledge and competence.
Organisational Responsibilities:
1. Complete records, audits, reports, and respond to appropriate questions and requests.
2. Attend meetings as requested.
3. Support effective communication channels within the team.
4. Keep the Lead Nurse Practitioner informed about pressures and difficulties.
5. Work according to Clinical Governance and support the Clinical Governance Agenda.
6. Understand the role of Risk Management within the Practice, contributing to risk assessment and Significant Event Audit.
7. Participate in the delivery of QOF targets and others as deemed necessary.
Mission, Values, and Strategic Direction:
Promote the Practice's mission and values, ensuring patient-centred care and safety are central to the culture and organization of the Practice.
Codes of Conduct and Accountability:
1. Work within the highest levels of standards commensurate with the post.
2. Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
3. Assist in promoting and maintaining health, safety, and security as defined in practice policies.
Equality and Diversity:
Support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues by respecting their privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs.
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