Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated part time Practice Nurse with good interpersonal and communication skills to join our busy and friendly team for 23 hours per week. We are a SystmOne teaching Practice based near the City Centre, we have a patient population of around 14,000, and our last CQC rating was Good. This is a permanent position and your working days must include Thursday and Friday. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
Main duties of the job
- Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs
- Asthma management
- Chronic disease management
- Cytology
- Wound care
- Travel Clinic
- Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
- Ear syringing
- Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations
- Contraception checks
- Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurse or GP as appropriate
About us
Complementing our existing clinical team of 10 Doctors, 3 Practice Nurses, 2 HCAs and 2 Phlebotomists, you will work closely with clinical and administrative colleagues alike.
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
- Provide assessment, treatment, screening, health education services and advice, working in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct;
- Provide nursing treatments to patients independently or in participation with nurse colleagues and General Practitioners with reference to agreed protocols and guidelines;
- Provide general and specific health screenings to the patients with referral to General Practitioners or other health professionals as necessary.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in Primary Care
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
- Experience of working with SystmOne
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
Desirable
- Qualified in Chronic Disease Management
- Qualified in cervical cytology
- Qualified to perform ear syringing
- Qualified to perform immunisations
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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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Practice Nurse in Wakefield employer: New Southgate Surgery
New Southgate Surgery is an excellent employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow in the healthcare sector. With comprehensive training provided and a focus on patient care, employees can develop their skills while enjoying the convenience of free parking in Wakefield. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values communication and organisation in delivering exceptional service to our patients.
