Job summary Exciting opportunity for an experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly East London general practice. You will join a team of Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants and will undertake all aspects of the practice nurse role including cervical screening, baby immunisations and chronic disease management. We are an innovative 2 partner practice based in Leyton, East London serving practice population of over 10,000 patients. Experience in General Practice is essential. We encourage informal visits to our Centre. Main duties of the job To be Infection prevention lead The practice nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as health promotion, chronic disease management, health prevention, as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policies and procedures. Initiating and maintaining health screening and promotion clinics for identified areas of the practice population, recognising where modification of systems or referral is necessary. Managing the nursing care of patients with chronic disease, employing personal recall systems suitable to the practice needs. This includes using the practice computer systems for input of information for recall and screening purposes. Providing specialist care for registered patients in the following key areas: IPC, Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, COPD, Cervical Smears, Contraception, Baby immunisations. Providing routine treatment in general clinics, including: Wound Management, Blood tests, and ECGs. About us About us; Crawley Road Medical Practice is based in E10, right in the heart of multiculturalism and diversity. We are passionate about patient led care and delivering a high standard of service to our patients. Crawley Practice has been a long standing service in this community with strong connections with our patient population. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £35,000 to £40,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A5759-25-0002 Job locations 479 High Road Leyton London E10 5EL Job description Job responsibilities The practice nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as health promotion, health prevention, as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policies and procedures. Initiating and maintaining health screening and promotion clinics for identified areas of the practice population, recognising where modification of systems or referral is necessary. Managing the nursing care of patients with chronic disease, employing personal recall systems suitable to the practice needs. This includes using the practice computer systems for input of information for recall and screening purposes. Providing specialist care for registered patients in the following key areas:, Cervical Smears, Contraception, Adult and child vaccinations. Providing routine treatment in general clinics, including: Wound Management and Blood tests. Job description Job responsibilities The practice nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as health promotion, health prevention, as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policies and procedures. Initiating and maintaining health screening and promotion clinics for identified areas of the practice population, recognising where modification of systems or referral is necessary. Managing the nursing care of patients with chronic disease, employing personal recall systems suitable to the practice needs. This includes using the practice computer systems for input of information for recall and screening purposes. Providing specialist care for registered patients in the following key areas:, Cervical Smears, Contraception, Adult and child vaccinations. Providing routine treatment in general clinics, including: Wound Management and Blood tests. Person Specification Qualifications Essential UK Registered nurse with NMC; Minimum 2 years post registration; Experience working in General Practice setting; Demonstrate an understanding of audit; Cervical Cytology; Child and Adult immunisations; Care of Long Term Conditions (LTCs); Experienced in Wound care. Desirable Undertaken mentorship training; Trained in Anti-coagulation. Experience Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills; Clear, polite telephone manner; Competent in the use of Office and Outlook; IT skills (EMIS, MS Office, Internet); Interpersonal skills; Time Management and timekeeping; Knowledge of clinical governance; Ability to work as a team member and autonomously; Good interpersonal skills; Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure. Desirable UK Registered nurse with NMC; Minimum 2 years post registration; Experience working in General Practice setting; Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written; Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills; Good team player; Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively. Person Specification Qualifications Essential UK Registered nurse with NMC; Minimum 2 years post registration; Experience working in General Practice setting; Demonstrate an understanding of audit; Cervical Cytology; Child and Adult immunisations; Care of Long Term Conditions (LTCs); Experienced in Wound care. Desirable Undertaken mentorship training; Trained in Anti-coagulation. Experience Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills; Clear, polite telephone manner; Competent in the use of Office and Outlook; IT skills (EMIS, MS Office, Internet); Interpersonal skills; Time Management and timekeeping; Knowledge of clinical governance; Ability to work as a team member and autonomously; Good interpersonal skills; Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure. Desirable UK Registered nurse with NMC; Minimum 2 years post registration; Experience working in General Practice setting; Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written; Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills; Good team player; Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively. 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 Crawley Road Medical Centre Address 479 High Road Leyton London E10 5EL Employer's website https://crawleyroadmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)