Job summary
Pembroke Road Surgery is looking for an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse with specialist knowledge of diabetes management (Type 1 and Type 2) to join our friendly and supportive practice in Clifton. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment as part of a strong multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for patients with diabetes to complement a varied treatment room offer.
As a member of our nursing team, you will be integral to the delivery of high-quality, patient centered care.
Main duties of the job
Working collaboratively with GP partners, salaried GPs, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will provide comprehensive diabetes reviews and ongoing management for patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes alongside our existing diabetes team, be part of a team of Practice Nurses, Nurse Associates, Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomists to undertake all aspects of the practice nurse role including; cervical screening, baby immunisations, wound care and other expected treatment room duties.
About us
Pembroke Road Surgery is a highly regarded GP practice caring for approximately 20,000 patients. We were recently ranked within the top five GP surgeries in BNSSG and first in Bristol by Bristol Live. We promote a positive, inclusive workplace with a strong emphasis on teamwork, staff wellbeing, and highquality patient care.
We hold regular in-house teaching sessions including the occasional guest speaker, a daily catch-up at lunch, and regular social events.
We have 7 GP Partners and 7 Associate GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Treatment Room Team, PCN homevisiting, care coordination, social prescribing and in-house IT support. We have a skilled patient services team.
We are training practice, including GP trainees, F2 doctors, medical students and trainee nurses studying at UWE.
Informal visits are warmly welcomed. For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Helen Corke, Treatment Room Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties (Diabetes Management):
- Providing comprehensive diabetes reviews and ongoing management for patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
- Supporting patients with blood glucose monitoring, lifestyle modification, diet, medication and self-management
- Managing and reviewing diabetes medication, including insulin, in line with competence, clinical guidance and agreed practice protocols
- Monitoring and managing diabetes-related risk factors and complications and supporting achievement of relevant QOF and other diabetes quality indicators
- Undertaking routine diabetic foot checks and ensuring appropriate referral where concerns are identified
- Identifying patients requiring additional support, education or referral to specialist services
- Providing patient education and promoting self-management and prevention of complications
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Deputy Lead
- Supporting the Treatment Room Manager as the practices IPC Lead to provide advice and support to clinical and non-clinical staff
- Support the IPC Lead to ensure practice IPC policies, procedures and guidance are up to date and implemented effectively
- Support the IPC Lead to undertake regular IPC audits and environmental assessments, identifying areas for improvement and monitoring actions
- Support the IPC Lead to provide staff training, education and updates on infection prevention, including hand hygiene, PPE, cleaning and decontamination
- Support the IPC Lead to monitor standards relating to clinical rooms, equipment, clinical waste, sharps and decontamination
- Support the IPC Lead in the appropriate management of infection outbreaks and incidents, including liaison with relevant external agencies where required
- Support the IPC Lead to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for immunisation, staff health and occupational exposure incidents
- Support the IPC Lead to achieve compliance with relevant national guidance and regulatory requirements, including the Health and Social Care Act 2008 Code of Practice
- Support the IPC Lead to maintain appropriate IPC documentation, audit records and action plans
- Working with the IPC Lead and Practice Manager and wider team to promote a strong infection prevention culture across the practice
Treatment Room Duties:
- Wound management, assessing and treating a variety of wounds appropriately
- Administering a variety of injectable medications
- Reproductive and sexual health including contraception, STI checks, advice and cervical screening
- Immunisations, including children, babies, adult, travel, seasonal (flu, Covid)
- Support health promotion and lifestyle advice (diet, smoking cessation, weight management).
- Undertake basic clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)
- Perform venepuncture and collect specimens (urine, swabs, etc.)
- Carry out ECGs
- Ear syringing
- Contribute to clinical governance, risk management, significant event reviews and quality improvement.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring appropriate follow-up and recall.
- Working closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Accurately record patient data in clinical system (EMIS Web).
Administrative Duties:
- Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment.
- Ensure adequate stock levels of clinical supplies.
- Process and record vaccinations and other interventions.
Team & Organisational Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver safe and effective care.
- Attend and contribute to staff meetings, training, and appraisal processes.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and practice policies.
- Adhere to safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable adults.
- Participate in audits, quality improvement projects, and CQC compliance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse qualification and current NMC registration
- Relevant experience in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management within primary care or a comparable setting
- Appropriate diabetes-specific qualifications/training
- Excellent clinical assessment, communication and patient education skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team
- A commitment to evidence-based, person-centred care and ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Previous experience in a GP practice or primary care setting.
- Knowledge of clinical systems (e.g., EMIS, SystemOne).
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
Pembroke Road Surgery
Address
111 Pembroke Road
Clifton
Bristol
BS8 3EU
United Kingdom
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