Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic RGN/ RN trained nurse to join our patient focused, caring practice. We have a patient list of just under 11,000. Strong nursing skills together with an interest in respiratory or diabetic care is desirable and personal development is encouraged. The ability to work in a busy team is essential. Experience of practice nursing is desirable and an obvious advantage, however training can be provided for someone with enough relevant experience. Ideally we are looking to recruit a nurse for 2-3 days. Main duties of the job To be an active member of the Tower House Surgery Care Team, working with the partners and the Practice team to promote treatment, preventative care and patient education. Assess, plan, provide and evaluate nursing care to patients. Main areas of clinical responsibility, working with the partners to agreed protocols, and in which you have received the appropriate training are: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cervical Cytology Screening, Family Planning, Travel Vaccinations, Flu Vaccinations, Dressings, ECGs. Removal of sutures, treatment of minor injuries, taking of swabs, Childhood Immunisations, NHS Health checks, and any other clinical conditions identified by the Partners. Be pro-active in health promotion/education and to provide support to patients in changing lifestyle habits e.g. stop smoking, diet and exercise. About us Located on West Wycombe Rd, we are a busy, patient focused, caring practice. On the clinical side of our team we have 3 partners, 4 salaried doctors, 2 paramedics, a GP Assistant, a HCA, Social prescriber and a phlebotomist. On the admin side providing support we have our reception team, clinical coders, registrations clerk, summariser, prescriptions clerk, office assistant, operations manager and practice manager. We have a patient list of just under 11,000. We use EMIS web and DOCMAN10. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number A1861-24-0010 Job locations 169 West Wycombe Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP12 3AF Job description Job responsibilities MAIN PURPOSE OF POST To be an active member of the Primary Health Care Team, working with the partners and the Practice team to promote treatment, preventative care and patient education. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES CLINICAL To assess, plan and provide and evaluate nursing care to patients. To refer patients to other health professionals as appropriate, according to Practice protocols and national guidelines. Main areas of clinical responsibility, working with the partners to agreed protocols, and in which you have received the appropriate training are: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cervical Cytology Screening, Family Planning, Travel Vaccinations, Flu Vaccinations, Dressings, Ear Syringing, ECGs. Removal of sutures, treatment of minor injuries, taking of swabs, Childhood Immunisations, NHS Health checks, and any other clinical conditions identified by the Partners. To be pro-active in health promotion and education and to provide support to patients in changing lifestyle habits e.g. stop smoking, diet and exercise. Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including swabs, smears, urine samples, and perform any investigatory procedures requested by the Doctors. To adhere to the operational guidelines and protocols of the Practice to ensure an effective and efficient service. Undertake to work within local and practice policies on child protection, and protecting vulnerable adults To effectively communicate, liaise and negotiate holistic patient care. To assist other health care professionals with medical procedures. To support and mentor current and training of new Health care assistants To assist in the maintenance and standards of Practice equipment. Maintain confidentiality Undertake to provide first aid to staff members as well as patients if appropriate to do so. Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the Nursing & Midwifery Council ADMINISTRATIVE Work with the current Practice Nurses to ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels in the treatment room relating to patient care. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultations, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures, in the patients medical records. Work in an effective and responsible way, prioritise workload and ensure effective time management strategies are applied. Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient care and registration with the Practice. Participate in the collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular reports and audits, both manually and computerised. Participate in the formulation and updating of Practice protocols and procedures. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT To adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct. Ensure accurate recording of all consultations and treatments. Maintain professional updating and act on training needs to ensure best practice. Participate in annual appraisals. Co-operate and participate in any research projects or audits within the Practice. Attend and participate in all Practice meetings. Attend and participate in all Clinical meetings. Work effectively within multi-disciplinary team. EDUCATIONAL The Practice is committed to continuing nurse education, and you will be expected to attend regular appropriate training courses. To participate in the formulation of nursing protocols as required. To participate in the development of effective liaison with other health care professionals. Attend and take an active part in Clinical/ Educational meetings any other Practice meetings deemed appropriate by the Practice. GENERAL The Practice aims to provide the highest standards of care. To further this aim you are expected to adhere to acceptable working practice as defined in Practice policies and guidelines. You also have a personal responsibility and accountability to your team and service to keep up to date and, if you encounter unacceptable practice, to raise it or deal with it through accepted channels. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY Promote Equality and Diversity and avoid any behaviour which discriminates against colleagues, potential employees, and patients on the grounds of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, race, culture, nationality, ethnic, or national origin, religion, political opinion, disability, and any other protected characteristics mentioned in the Equality Act 2010. CONFIDENTIALITY During the course of your employment you may see, hear or have access to information on matters of a confidential nature relating to the work of the Practice or to the health and personal affairs of patients and staff. Under no circumstances should such information be divulged or passed on to any unauthorised person/s or organisations during or after the contracted period of employment. HEALTH AND SAFETY AND INFECTION CONTROL The Practice attaches great importance to the health and safety of its employees. You are expected to make yourself aware of, and comply with, the Practices health and safety policies, copies of which are retained by the Practice Manager. Apply infection control measures to minimise risk according to national, local and Practice guidelines. Job description Job responsibilities MAIN PURPOSE OF POST To be an active member of the Primary Health Care Team, working with the partners and the Practice team to promote treatment, preventative care and patient education. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES CLINICAL To assess, plan and provide and evaluate nursing care to patients. To refer patients to other health professionals as appropriate, according to Practice protocols and national guidelines. Main areas of clinical responsibility, working with the partners to agreed protocols, and in which you have received the appropriate training are: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cervical Cytology Screening, Family Planning, Travel Vaccinations, Flu Vaccinations, Dressings, Ear Syringing, ECGs. Removal of sutures, treatment of minor injuries, taking of swabs, Childhood Immunisations, NHS Health checks, and any other clinical conditions identified by the Partners. To be pro-active in health promotion and education and to provide support to patients in changing lifestyle habits e.g. stop smoking, diet and exercise. Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including swabs, smears, urine samples, and perform any investigatory procedures requested by the Doctors. To adhere to the operational guidelines and protocols of the Practice to ensure an effective and efficient service. Undertake to work within local and practice policies on child protection, and protecting vulnerable adults To effectively communicate, liaise and negotiate holistic patient care. To assist other health care professionals with medical procedures. To support and mentor current and training of new Health care assistants To assist in the maintenance and standards of Practice equipment. Maintain confidentiality Undertake to provide first aid to staff members as well as patients if appropriate to do so. Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the Nursing & Midwifery Council ADMINISTRATIVE Work with the current Practice Nurses to ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels in the treatment room relating to patient care. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultations, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures, in the patients medical records. Work in an effective and responsible way, prioritise workload and ensure effective time management strategies are applied. Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient care and registration with the Practice. Participate in the collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular reports and audits, both manually and computerised. Participate in the formulation and updating of Practice protocols and procedures. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT To adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct. Ensure accurate recording of all consultations and treatments. Maintain professional updating and act on training needs to ensure best practice. Participate in annual appraisals. Co-operate and participate in any research projects or audits within the Practice. Attend and participate in all Practice meetings. Attend and participate in all Clinical meetings. Work effectively within multi-disciplinary team. EDUCATIONAL The Practice is committed to continuing nurse education, and you will be expected to attend regular appropriate training courses. To participate in the formulation of nursing protocols as required. To participate in the development of effective liaison with other health care professionals. Attend and take an active part in Clinical/ Educational meetings any other Practice meetings deemed appropriate by the Practice. GENERAL The Practice aims to provide the highest standards of care. To further this aim you are expected to adhere to acceptable working practice as defined in Practice policies and guidelines. You also have a personal responsibility and accountability to your team and service to keep up to date and, if you encounter unacceptable practice, to raise it or deal with it through accepted channels. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY Promote Equality and Diversity and avoid any behaviour which discriminates against colleagues, potential employees, and patients on the grounds of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, race, culture, nationality, ethnic, or national origin, religion, political opinion, disability, and any other protected characteristics mentioned in the Equality Act 2010. CONFIDENTIALITY During the course of your employment you may see, hear or have access to information on matters of a confidential nature relating to the work of the Practice or to the health and personal affairs of patients and staff. Under no circumstances should such information be divulged or passed on to any unauthorised person/s or organisations during or after the contracted period of employment. HEALTH AND SAFETY AND INFECTION CONTROL The Practice attaches great importance to the health and safety of its employees. You are expected to make yourself aware of, and comply with, the Practices health and safety policies, copies of which are retained by the Practice Manager. Apply infection control measures to minimise risk according to national, local and Practice guidelines. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience in working with adults and children in a variety of clinical situations and happy to make decisions autonomously. Desirable Previous experience working in the community or primary care is desirable but not essential. Knowledge and skills Essential The candidate needs to have up to date knowledge of basic nursing procedures but would be happy to undertake further study if necessary to fulfil this criteria. Desirable Has some experience in using computers to input consultations. Be able to take instructions from other clinical colleagues with and without supervision Happy to undertake some administrative work, such as contacting patients for some follow up appointments with time allotted to do this. Qualifications Essential Qualified nurse with relevant experience. Desirable Able to work independently and also as part of a close team. Experience in dressings, immunisations, cervical cytology, hypertension reviews are required. Knowledge of diabetes and asthma and travel vaccinations are desirable, although some training would be available to a suitable candidate. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience in working with adults and children in a variety of clinical situations and happy to make decisions autonomously. Desirable Previous experience working in the community or primary care is desirable but not essential. Knowledge and skills Essential The candidate needs to have up to date knowledge of basic nursing procedures but would be happy to undertake further study if necessary to fulfil this criteria. Desirable Has some experience in using computers to input consultations. Be able to take instructions from other clinical colleagues with and without supervision Happy to undertake some administrative work, such as contacting patients for some follow up appointments with time allotted to do this. Qualifications Essential Qualified nurse with relevant experience. Desirable Able to work independently and also as part of a close team. Experience in dressings, immunisations, cervical cytology, hypertension reviews are required. Knowledge of diabetes and asthma and travel vaccinations are desirable, although some training would be available to a suitable candidate. 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 Tower House Surgery Address 169 West Wycombe Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP12 3AF Employer's website https://www.towerhousesurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)