Practice NurseNHS

Job summary

As a Practice Nurse, you will provide a wide range of nursing services to patients across all age groups, supporting the delivery of high-quality primary care while promoting health and wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver a broad range of nursing services including:
• Wound care and dressings
• Cervical cytology
• Health screening and NHS Health Checks
• Injections and medication administration
• Travel health advice and vaccinations
• Childhood immunisations
• Adult vaccination and immunisation programmes

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad range of nursing services including:
• Wound care and dressings
• Cervical cytology
• Health screening and NHS Health Checks
• Injections and medication administration
• Travel health advice and vaccinations
• Childhood immunisations
• Adult vaccination and immunisation programmes
• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care in accordance with current NICE guidance and national best practice.
• Support the management of patients with long-term conditions, including diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension, by undertaking chronic disease monitoring, patient reviews and delivering evidence-based care in line with national guidelines.
• Identify and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions and promote preventative healthcare.
• Develop and deliver health promotion and wellbeing initiatives.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential patient records.
• Ensure the clinical environment is safe, organised and compliant with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and infection prevention and control requirements.
• Monitor and maintain clinical stock levels, including ordering and storage of supplies.
• Support the Practice in achieving Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets, Enhanced Services and other contractual requirements.
• Continue to develop clinical knowledge and competencies through ongoing education and training.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, carers and the wider multidisciplinary team, adapting communication methods to meet individual needs.
• Represent Everglade Medical Practice in a professional, caring and positive manner at all times.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent clinical nursing skills.
• A patient-centred approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities.
• A sound understanding of infection prevention and control.
• Knowledge of patient safety, clinical governance and safeguarding.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.

Professional Development

We actively encourage ongoing learning and development and provide opportunities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills through training, annual appraisal, continuing professional development (CPD) and participation in Practice education programmes.

Why Join Everglade Medical Practice?

At Everglade Medical Practice, you'll be joining a supportive, experienced and welcoming team that is committed to delivering outstanding patient care. We believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where staff can succeed professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We offer:

• A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.
• A well-established, forward-thinking GP practice.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
• Support with continuing professional development (CPD).
• A positive team culture where your contribution is recognised and valued.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community.

If you are passionate about delivering outstanding primary care and are looking to join a practice that values its people, encourages professional development and supports collaborative working, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Everglade Medical Practice is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice caring for over 11,000 patients. We are proud to provide high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment where every member of the team is valued.

As a growing practice, we are committed to the ongoing development of our staff and actively support both personal and professional learning. We are passionate about teaching and training, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their career within primary care.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive clinical team.

The successful applicant will be confident in delivering a broad range of primary care nursing services and committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. You will be organised, compassionate and adaptable, with excellent clinical skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We are seeking a nurse with experience in managing long-term conditions, delivering immunisation programmes, cervical cytology, wound care and health promotion. Candidates who are keen to further develop their skills within a supportive practice will also be considered, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.