Practice Nurse

Widcombe Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive clinical team for approximately 16 hours per week across 2 days. We are a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice caring for approximately 8,900 patients in Bath and are part of the Bath Independents Primary Care Network. We pride ourselves on providing high quality patient care within a supportive team environment focused on collaboration, learning and continuous improvement. We are looking for a nurse with experience in general practice treatment room duties, although applicants with transferable skills and a willingness to develop within primary care are encouraged to apply. Flexible working arrangements may be considered for the successful candidate.

Main duties of the job

• Wound care management and dressings
• Cervical cytology
• Childhood and adult immunisations
• Chronic disease management
• Health promotion and lifestyle advice
• ECG's
• Supporting patients with long term condition management
• Opportunistic screening and preventative healthcare

About us

Widcombe Surgery is a friendly, forward-thinking NHS GP Practice located in the beautiful city of Bath, caring for approximately 8,900 patients. We pride ourselves on providing high quality, compassionate patient care within a genuinely supportive and team-focused environment. We are passionate about creating a positive workplace culture where staff feel valued, supported and able to develop professionally.

At Widcombe Surgery, we believe in:

• Delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care
• Supporting staff wellbeing and maintaining a healthy work-life balance
• Encouraging learning, development and continuous improvement
• Working collaboratively as a multidisciplinary team
• Creating a welcoming, respectful and inclusive environment for both patients and staff

We have an experienced and approachable clinical and management team, strong working relationships across the practice, and a culture of openness, teamwork and mutual support. We recognise the importance of supporting our staff and are committed to ensuring people enjoy coming to work and feel part of the team. As well as working hard for our patients, we also value enjoying work and supporting each other. We regularly hold social get-togethers, and there is always plenty of tea, biscuits and laughter around the building. We are proud of the supportive culture we have created and are looking for someone who will enjoy becoming part of our friendly team.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care and treatment in line with practice policies, protocols and clinical guidance, working closely alongside the GP and wider multidisciplinary team. The Practice Nurse will work collaboratively with colleagues to support the delivery of high quality patient care, promote health and wellbeing, and encourage patients to manage their own healthcare needs where appropriate. The role requires the ability to work within professional boundaries whilst contributing positively to service development and continuous improvement within the practice. The post holder will be expected to maintain an awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and work in accordance with practice policies and procedures within a healthcare environment.

A full employment history will be required as part of the recruitment process, including explanations for any gaps in employment. Knowledge of key elements of Primary Care, including the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), Enhanced Services and CQC requirements, would be beneficial for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications: Registered General Nurse (currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council)

Experience of working autonomously and also as a member of the team. Engagement with revalidation process; Ability to evaluate safety and to understand the effectiveness of own clinical practice.

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.