GP Practice NurseNHS
Job summary
Alrewas Surgery is looking for a experienced Nurse to join our nursing team. The post is for 20-23hours per week. A long-standing, well respected GP practice covering a semi-rural area between Lichfield and Burton on Trent, with easy vehicle access as we are situated just off the A38 close to the National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas Surgery aims to offer a welcoming, high quality GP service to all its patients.
The role will involve all aspects of practice nursing, including cervical screening, baby immunisations, recording immunisations given abroad, family planning and chronic disease management. You willwork alongside our existing Nurse Team and closely with our three GPs to deliver high-quality patient care.
Main duties of the job
Patient Care: Assist & support the nursing team with clinical tasks like wound care, cytology, childhood immunisations, recording immunisations given abroad, medicals, and chaperoning. Conduct pathology requests, & manage LTCs including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, and the other Quality and Outcome Framework Reviews.
Clinical & Admin Duties: Follow protocols, maintain equipment and clinical rooms, ensure stock rotation, and manage vaccine orders. Support flu home visits, keep mandatory check records, input and management of patient vaccination records, and assist with administrative processes.
Confidentiality: Safeguard patient data and uphold practice policies on sensitive information.
Health & Safety: Implement infection control protocols, manage PPE and hand hygiene, handle specimens, and oversee sterile environments. Train on safety measures, monitor equipment, and address hazards.
Equality & Diversity: Promote inclusive behaviour, respect patient rights, and act in a non-judgemental manner.
Development & Quality: Participate in training, personal development, performance reviews, and audits. Work on team and individual effectiveness and ensure high standards of care.
Communication: Maintain clear, adaptable communication with patients, carers, and colleagues.
Job description
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nurse and GPs to promote health and wellbeing.
Such responsibilities may include:
Clinical Skills
Long-term condition management:
Asthma (including peak flow readings and spirometry)
COPD
Diabetes - Reviews including foot checks and care planning
Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and CHD Management
CKD Management
Screening and health checks:
BP checks, height, weight, BMI, urinalysis, and smoking status
New Patient checks
NHS Health Checks
Mental Health Reviews
Learning Disability Reviews
Women's health and family planning:
Cervical cytology
General family planning services
Procedures and wound care:
Wound care
Suture and clip removal
Travel health:
Advice and preparation
Travel Immunisations
NHS Vaccinations and immunisations
Additional procedures:
Ear syringing
Clinical Responsibilities:
Administer injections under an individualised prescription or PGD
Request pathology tests, such as urine cultures and swabs
Assist GPs with minor surgery and family planning as required
Maintain cold chain procedures to ensure safe storage, rotation, and disposal of vaccines and drugs
Infection Prevention and Control:
Apply infection control measures within the practice in line with local and national guidelines, including:
Universal hygiene precautions
Collection and handling of laboratory specimens
Segregation and disposal of waste materials
Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries
Managing blood and body fluid spillages
Ensuring safe disposal of clinical waste and PPE
Support patients and colleagues in adopting effective infection control measures
Lead or participate in infection prevention and control audits to maintain high standards
Emergency Preparedness:
Be proficient in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques to respond to emergencies effectively
Support the maintenance of emergency equipment (e.g., trolley and drugs) and attend updates as required
General Duties:
Maintain and ensure cleanliness of equipment used by nurses and GPs
Stock and rotate items in GP and nurse rooms as needed
Chaperone and assist patients during examinations conducted by other clinicians
Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of treatment rooms
Administrative Tasks:
Order and manage stock such as:
Health Promotion Literature
District Hospital supplies
The input of information and management of patient vaccination records
Participate in administrative systems and ensure accurate documentation of patient medical records following legal and ethical standards
Advise management on potential problems or errors within assigned tasks
Attend and contribute to Practice meetings as needed
Patient Care and Outreach:
Perform any other delegated duties appropriate to the role
Education and Research:
Participate in research projects within the practice as required
Engage in the education and training of students from all disciplines
Assist in the induction of practice staff, with particular emphasis on nursing team members
Liaison and Professional Development:
Maintain effective communication with other agencies and staff involved in patient care, ensuring confidentiality is respected
Participate in continued education through attendance at courses and study days to support professional development
About us
Alrewas Surgery is a semi-rural practice serving nearly 8000 patients. We are a staff team of 29 including GPs, nurses, HCA, clinical pharmacists and administrative and management staff.
This is a great opportunity to join the nursing team, contribute to its development, and play an instrumental role in shaping working practices within the Surgery. You will have the chance to be innovative in an environment where your skills and expertise are highly valued. Good experience and flexibility, along with good communication skills are important qualities we are looking for.