Job summary Bishopgate Medical Centre is a large 13600 patient practiced based in Bishop Auckland. Owing to retirement we are looking to recruit a practice nurse to join our nursing team which consists of 6 Practice Nurses, 4 HCAs and 1 Nurse Associate. We are flexible in terms of Full Time / Part time for the right candidate Main duties of the job The ideal candidate will have experience in General Practice and all duties such as Smears, Ear Syringing, Dressings, Immunisations. However, consideration will be given to candidates without General Practice experience. Skills dealing with Asthma, COPD and Diabetes would be a bonus but not essential. About us The practice has 5 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, 5 ANPs, 6 Practice Nurses, 4 HCAs, 1 NA and approximately 15 admin staff. Many of the staff have worked here for many years and turnover is incredibly small. No evening or extended hours working. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number A5456-25-0000 Job locations Bishopgate Medical Centre 178 Newgate Street Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 7EJ Job description Job responsibilities JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE REPORTS TO: THE PARTNERS (Clinically) THE PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively) HOURS: 22 - 37 hours per week Job Summary: The Practice Nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing General Medical Services to the patients of Practice. Job Responsibilities: Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology when qualification obtained Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures Travel Appointments ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Ear syringing Routine immunizations such as B12, Influenza, Pneumonia Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Requesting pathology tests Contraception including pill checks, depo provera once suitable qualifications obtained Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Inform the Practice Manager of vaccinations needed to maintain stock levels Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post Job description Job responsibilities JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE REPORTS TO: THE PARTNERS (Clinically) THE PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively) HOURS: 22 - 37 hours per week Job Summary: The Practice Nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing General Medical Services to the patients of Practice. Job Responsibilities: Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology when qualification obtained Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures Travel Appointments ECGs Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Ear syringing Routine immunizations such as B12, Influenza, Pneumonia Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Requesting pathology tests Contraception including pill checks, depo provera once suitable qualifications obtained Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Inform the Practice Manager of vaccinations needed to maintain stock levels Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post Person Specification Experience Essential Working as a nurse in a Hospital, Community, General Practice setting for at least 1 year Desirable Experience in a GP Practice Experience in Chronic Disease Qualifications Essential NMC Registration as Qualified Nurse Person Specification Experience Essential Working as a nurse in a Hospital, Community, General Practice setting for at least 1 year Desirable Experience in a GP Practice Experience in Chronic Disease Qualifications Essential NMC Registration as Qualified Nurse 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 Bishopgate Medical Centre Address Bishopgate Medical Centre 178 Newgate Street Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 7EJ Employer's website https://www.bishopgate.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)