69 Princes Street THURSOCaithness KW14 7DH
Experienced Practice Nurse
Permanent | Part-time | 16 hours per week
Salary: £36,911 - £50,775 FTE (dependent on skills and experience, pro-rata for part-time hours)
This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who enjoys the variety of general practice, has a passion for chronic disease management and is confident undertaking autonomous clinical assessments.
What the role will involve:
- Independent telephone triage and clinical assessment, with the ability to arrange face-to-face appointments with a Practice Nurse, Advanced Nurse Practitioner or GP when clinically appropriate.
- Chronic disease management, including diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension.
- Immunisations and vaccination programmes.
- Cervical screening and women's health.
- Wound care and treatment room procedures.
- Health promotion and preventative healthcare.
- Venepuncture, ECGs and other general nursing duties.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Have previous experience working within primary care or general practice.
- Have experience in chronic disease management.
- Be confident undertaking independent telephone triage and clinical decision-making within their professional scope of practice.
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Be confident working autonomously, including lone working.
- Hold a full, valid driving licence, as the role will involve working across two practice sites.
- Be flexible, approachable and passionate about delivering excellent patient care.
What we offer:
- A permanent position for 16 hours per week (two days).
- Salary of £36,911 – £50,775 FTE, depending on skills and experience, pro rata for part-time hours.
- A friendly and supportive practice team.
- A varied and rewarding role with opportunities to develop your skills.
Reference:
Salary: £36,911 - £50,775 FTE, pro-rata for part time hours
Practice Nurse in Thurso employer: Scot
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and innovative environment for Specialist Dietitians to thrive in their careers. With a commitment to employee development, generous leave policies, and a focus on work-life balance, staff can enjoy meaningful work while benefiting from extensive learning opportunities and a strong sense of community. Located at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care in one of the UK's largest healthcare systems.
