This is anexciting opportunity for a nurse with a special interest in respiratory care.Candidates with a recognised Asthma and/or COPD qualification, or a strongdesire to develop this specialism, are particularly encouraged to apply, asthis post will play a key role in the delivery and development of ourrespiratory clinics.
Main duties of the job
Delivering high-quality chronic diseasemanagement clinics, with a particular focus on asthma and COPD reviews
Providing a broad range of general practicenursing duties including immunisations, wound care, cervical screening, travelhealth and health promotion
Working closely with GPs, the wider nursing teamand allied health professionals to deliver holistic patient-centred care
Contributing to QOF achievement and clinicalaudit within the practice
Supporting the ongoing development of thepractice's respiratory service, with opportunities to help shape pathways andpatient education
About us
St James MedicalCentre is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice with a list size ofapproximately 18,000 patients, proud to deliver high-quality primary care aspart of the Taunton Central Primary Care Network. St James Medical Centre hastwo sites one being in the centre of Taunton and the branch site is at NortonFitzwarren. We are looking to recruit anenthusiastic and committed Practice Nurse to join our experienced nursing team.
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Clinical
Deliver structured asthma and COPD reviewclinics, including assessment, spirometry, where trained, inhaler techniquereview, and self-management planning
Undertake chronic disease management clinics e.g. diabetes, hypertension, CHD in line with practice protocols and QOFrequirements
Administer immunisations and vaccinations inaccordance with the national schedule and PGDs/PSDs
Carry out treatment room duties including woundcare, dressings, ear irrigation, ECGs, venepuncture and phlebotomy
Provide travel health advice and administertravel vaccinations where competent to do so
Undertake cervical cytology screening, iftrained, in line with the national programme
Support health promotion and disease preventioninitiatives, including smoking cessation and lifestyle advice
Recognise and respond appropriately to medicalemergencies, escalating to a GP or emergency services as required
Maintain accurate, timely and contemporaneousclinical records on the clinical system (EMIS)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Deliver structured asthma and COPD reviewclinics, including assessment, spirometry, where trained, inhaler techniquereview, and self-management planning
Undertake chronic disease management clinics e.g. diabetes, hypertension, CHD in line with practice protocols and QOFrequirements
Administer immunisations and vaccinations inaccordance with the national schedule and PGDs/PSDs
Carry out treatment room duties including woundcare, dressings, ear irrigation, ECGs, venepuncture and phlebotomy
Provide travel health advice and administertravel vaccinations where competent to do so
Undertake cervical cytology screening, iftrained, in line with the national programme
Support health promotion and disease preventioninitiatives, including smoking cessation and lifestyle advice
Recognise and respond appropriately to medicalemergencies, escalating to a GP or emergency services as required
Maintain accurate, timely and contemporaneousclinical records on the clinical system (EMIS)
Respiratory Specialism (wherequalification held or developing)
Act as a point of clinical reference for asthmaand COPD care within the nursing team
Support development and audit of respiratorypathways, including exacerbation and referral criteria
Contribute to patient education resources andself-management plans for respiratory conditions
Liaise with community respiratory teams andsecondary care as needed for complex patients
Key ResponsibilitiesProfessional
Work within the NMC Code of Conduct and maintainprofessional registration and revalidation
Maintain competence through mandatory androle-specific training, and identify own CPD needs
Participate in clinical supervision, appraisaland practice meetings
Contribute to clinical audit, significant eventanalysis and quality improvement activity
Ensure compliance with infection prevention andcontrol, safeguarding, and health and safety policies
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordancewith UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
Key ResponsibilitiesOrganisational
Work flexibly across core practice hours to meetservice need, including occasional extended access sessions where applicable
Support the induction and mentorship of newstaff and students as required
Assist with the ordering, storage and stockcontrol of vaccines, medical equipment and consumables
Contribute to the practice's CQC readiness andadherence to the Single Assessment Framework
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
- Sound clinical assessment, decision-making and record-keeping skills
- Competent in venepuncture, wound care, immunisation and vaccination technique
- Good IT skills, including clinical (Emis)
- Effective communication skills with patients, carers and colleagues
- Knowledge of spirometry testing and interpretation
- Understanding of asthma/COPD national guidelines (e.g. NICE, GOLD, BTS/SIGN)
- Knowledge of the NHS Long Term Plan and PCN structures
Personal Qualities
- Caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach
- Flexible and adaptable team player
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Committed to equality, diversity and safeguarding principles
Experience
- Recent post-registration clinical nursing experience
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of working autonomously and prioritising own workload
- Experience running respiratory (asthma/COPD) reviews and clinics within a primary care setting
- Previous experience working within general practice / primary care
- Experience of QOF-related chronic disease recall and monitoring
Other Criteria
- Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to undergo)
- Willingness to work flexibly across core hours to meet service need
- Full UK driving licence and access to own transport
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse,RN, Adult with current, unrestricted NMC registration
- Evidence of continued professional development -CPD, in line with NMC revalidation requirements
- Recognised post-registration qualification in Asthma and/or COPD management (e.g. Diploma/Certificate in Respiratory Care, National Asthma & COPD accredited course)
- Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300) or working towards this
- Diploma/degree in Practice Nursing or General Practice Nursing
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.
Full-time,Part-time,Job share,Flexible working
