Enhanced Access Nurse

Clinical Duties

• Deliver face-to-face nursing appointments within the Enhanced Access Service.
• Undertake health assessments and provide evidence-based nursing care.
• Perform cervical cytology screening (where qualified).
• Administer vaccinations and immunisations in accordance with national and local guidance.
• Carry out wound care, dressings, suture removal and other treatment room procedures.
• Monitor and support patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension.
• Conduct NHS Health Checks and preventative health interventions.
• Provide lifestyle advice and health promotion to patients.
• Undertake routine observations and clinical monitoring.
• Recognise deteriorating patients and escalat"? Actually "escalate" concerns appropriately.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using EMIS Web and other clinical systems.

• Support delivery of the PCN's Enhanced Access service specification.
• Work across PCN sites as required.
• Ensure appointments are utilised effectively and efficiently.
• Promote continuity of care through effective communication with patients' registered practices.