Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse looking to develop your career in General Practice?
We are looking for 2 x Trainee Practice Nurses to join our friendly and supportive Practice Nurse Team, working 30-37.5 hours weekly. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is two years post qualification and is looking to develop skills and experience within Primary Care.
You will be clinically supervised by our experienced Lead Practice Nurses, and managed by our Clinical Services Manager, with a structured training plan as you develop your skills.
Initially you will undertake some formal training in either Diabetes or Asthma, alongside learning the wider aspects of Practice Nursing. You will gradually develop your knowledge and confidence to deliver high quality general medical services to our patient population.
We are looking for someone who
- has two years post qualification experience
- Is enthusiastic to learn
- Enthusiastic about a career in practice Nursing
- Able to develop the confidence to work alone, but equally comfortable working collaboratively
- You should have access to your own transport as home visiting may be a requirement of the role
Main duties of the job
Please see the job description for the full Practice Nurse Role.
Initially concentrating on key areas
- Managing patients with either Diabetes or Asthma
- Carrying our immunisation and vaccination schedules for adults and children
- Simple and complex wound care
Further training in
- Women's health including smears
- Home visits for patients with Long Term Conditions
- Management of leg ulcers
About us
Hereford Medical Group is a large General Practice Surgery providing care for patients living in and around Hereford City. We work across 5 sites with our primary site being a newly purpose built surgery located in Hereford.
We are a people centered organisation, caring for a population of approximately 49,000 patients and employing approximately 180 permanent staff in addition to trainees and attached staff. We place great value on our staff and offer the NHS Pension Scheme in addition to Employee Assistance Program and on-site Occupational Health Services and support.
Our mission is provide highly quality and compassionate primary care.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which shows an outline of the patient consultations the Trainee Practice Nurse , will work towards to deliver.
Qualifications
- Please see the full person specification of essential and desirable qualifications and experience for the role.
- Please see the full person specification of essential and desirable qualifications and experience for the role.
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.
£34,414.38 to £39,459.22 a yearStarting salary £34,414 rising to £39,459 on qualification
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Trainee Practice Nurse in Hereford employer: Hereford Medical Group
Hereford Medical Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With flexible part-time hours, competitive mileage reimbursement, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the community through immunisation services, this role is perfect for nurses looking to balance their career with personal commitments while contributing to public health.
