Job summary The GP practice in South Oxhey is seeking a part time practice nurse to support our healthcare team for approximately 10-15 hours / week, Mondays,afternoons preferred on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care and support in a medical practice setting and be keen to make a positive impact on patient well-being and contribute to the delivery of quality healthcare services. Main duties of the job Maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have previous practice nursing experience, to include chronic disease management, cervical cytology screening and immunisations, wound care, etc. Prescribing qualifications would be advantagous. About us The South Oxhey Surgery is a located at a walking distance from Carpenders Park train station. The practice looks after 4000 patients, uses EMIS clinical system. Friendly and supportive team.The surgery offers free parking. Date posted 10 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A5497-24-0001 Job locations South West Herts Health Centre Oxhey Drive Watford Hertfordshire WD19 7SF Job description Job responsibilities Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks. Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required. Perform venepuncture and electrocardiography. Undertake wound care/ management/dressing techniques. Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness. Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately. Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries. Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, e.g., burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks. Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC. Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures. Promote your own continuing professional development. Participate in an annual appraisal. Completing all mandatory training modules as specified by the Practice.Promote your own continuing professional development. Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources. Job description Job responsibilities Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks. Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required. Perform venepuncture and electrocardiography. Undertake wound care/ management/dressing techniques. Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness. Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately. Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries. Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, e.g., burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks. Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC. Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures. Promote your own continuing professional development. Participate in an annual appraisal. Completing all mandatory training modules as specified by the Practice.Promote your own continuing professional development. Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse UK NMC registration UK Driving License Desirable Experience in taking cervical smears, wound management IT skills and knowledge of EMIS Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse UK NMC registration UK Driving License Desirable Experience in taking cervical smears, wound management IT skills and knowledge of EMIS 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 South Oxhey Surgery Address South West Herts Health Centre Oxhey Drive Watford Hertfordshire WD19 7SF Employer's website https://www.southoxheysurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)