Practice Nurse

We are looking for an Experienced Practice Nurse to join our busy and dynamic working team at Richmond Medical who work hard to provide quality focus committed to clinical excellence.

We are a forward thinking, busy but friendly practice with high QOF achievements. We are a training practice.

The position will be part time, 30 - 32 hours, per week to be worked over 5 days.

Support the Nursing team, directed by the lead Nurse and Management team.

Support the practice in achieving quality indicators, GMS, Quality contract and any relevant Chronic Disease Management work.

Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately

Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness

Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as/ or if required. e.g. diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc. following appropriate training.

Contribute to the maintenance of the practice diseases registers.

Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.

The ideal candidate will have experience of the above and be confident and competent in reviewing patients with long term conditions and giving up to date lifestyle and condition management advice.

Richmond Medical is a busy GP practice with 6200 patients. We have a excellent working team consisting of GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Pharmacists, Practice Nurses, HCA and Admin Team.

We work in a purpose built building with great access to the motorway networks for travel.

The practice nurse will undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care / treatment in conjunction with GPs, and practice nurses or independently as appropriate for the need, according to practice policy, protocols etc. The practice nurse will strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs. The successful candidate will work at Richmond Medical to enhance nursing services within the practice.

Knowledge of the GMS contract, e.g. The Quality and Outcomes Framework, is a vital element of the post. Additionally the successful candidate will be encouraged and supported to undertake any further training required to ensure appropriate role development.

To work along side the Advanced Nurse Practitioner to offer and support the housebound over 75's patients.

Assist GP's to help deliver effective implementation of management of pts with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes framework.

Contribute to the development of policies / protocols / guidelines within the practice.

Aid the practice team with implementation of new initiatives in the delivery of chronic disease management services.

Formulate reports as required for the practice manager and or senior nurse.

Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.

Encourage the development of integrated services within Primary Care to include integrated practice based teams and multidisciplinary working.

Promote the continuing professional development of yourself and other nurses & HCAs within the practice.

Recognise the opportunities for working in partnership with the Primary Health care team.

Provide professional and managerial support to, health care assistants and review and monitoring of patients within primary care.

Offer guidance and support to health care assistants to improve standards of care if needed.

Participate in chronic disease management clinics within the practice if asked and only after appropriate training, & provide practical assistance and professional advice to achieve minimum standards of care.

Provide clinical input where required alongside practice nurses, particularly newly appointed nurses and GPs, to assist in skill development and sharing of best practice.

Delegate to others, with appropriate skills, knowledge and competence.

Encourage nursing practice in line with relevant evidence based research.

Act as a resource to the general public, patients within the health care system and their families, carers and various healthcare professionals.

• Evidence of ongoing post basic education at diploma or degree level.
• Competent in basic nursing duties required for the post
• Willingness to undertake further training and personal development as identified by the practice
• Car driver as position will be over two sites and essential home visits will be needed

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.

Depending on experience

Practice scheme - similar to AFC 4/5