UppinghamSurgery is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and experienced nurse withexcellent clinical skills and a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centredcare.
Weare looking for someone who will make a positive contribution to our friendlyand supportive team. For the right candidate, we are happy to provide trainingand development to support the transition into a Practice Nurse role withinPrimary Care.
Thisis an excellent opportunity to join a well-established nursing team, deliveringa broad range of nursing services while building meaningful relationships withpatients through continuity of care. Experience in managing long-termconditions would be advantageous; however, we place equal importance on findingthe right individual with the enthusiasm, values, and potential to thrive inthe role.
Weare committed to supporting professional development and lifelong learning,offering a welcoming environment where staff are encouraged to develop theirskills and expertise while delivering exceptional healthcare to our patients.
Main duties of the job
Therapeutic monitoring
- Checking compliance with and adherence to appropriate treatments using a holistic patient-centred approach
- Recognising abnormalities
- Identifying the impact of treatment and implementing or recommending changes as appropriate.
Wound Care and management
- Assessing and dressing a variety of wound presentations
- Managing complex wounds and onward referral when needed.
Health screening
- Providing in-depth monitoring and advice as appropriate to the level of the post-holders specialty and working with the patient in deciding on management plans.
Travel health
- Undertake travel risk assessments for patients presenting for travel
- Advise patients about travel related diseases and their prevention, including travel vaccines
- Administer travel vaccines under the correct legal mechanism
- Organise and order vaccines for travellers
Immunisation (adult and child)
- Understand the UK immunisation programme and be able to vaccinate age-appropriate vaccines, on time, to the practice population
- Be able to utilise the UK Missed Immunisation Schedule
- Cytology screening
- Contraception reviews
Providing other services such as:
- Dietary advice
- Urinalysis
- Health screening
- Dressings
- ECG
- Removal of sutures / clips
About us
What We Can Offer
- A modern, purpose-built practice with excellent facilities
- A friendly, supportive working environment that prioritises both your professional development and personal wellbeing
- An experienced and approachable leadership team, supported by a well-established Partnership
- Active involvement in the Rutland Health Primary Care Network (PCN)
- A varied role incorporating both telephone and face-to-face patient consultations
- A collaborative team culture focused on working effectively and sustainably, embracing the principle of "working smarter, not harder"
- Competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, study leave opportunities, and access to the NHS Pension Scheme
Job responsibilities
Workingin accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Councils The Code, the post-holderwill provide assessment, treatment, screening, health education services andadvice to patients.
Thepost-holder will work with reference to practice agreed protocols andguidelines, providing nursing treatments to patients both independently and inparticipation with nurse colleagues and general practitioners.
To assist medical personnelin the care of practice patients, to include treatment, preventative care,screening and patient education
Person Specification
Qualifications
- NMC registration
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.
Practice Nurse in Uppingham employer: Uppingham Surgery
Uppingham Surgery is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment where clinical pharmacists can thrive. With a focus on professional development and patient care, we provide ample opportunities for growth and learning, ensuring that our team members are equipped to deliver the highest quality of service to our community. Located in a vibrant area, our practice fosters a culture of teamwork and innovation, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in healthcare.
