Practice Nurse
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We look forward to welcoming a nurse who is keen to settle at the practice and willing to contribute to the management and further development of us as an individual practice and as part of the wider Primary Care community.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, computer literate Practice Nurse with a minimum of 2-3 years experience of working in General Practice. Applicants need to possess the relevant skills and qualifications in the following areas:
- Respiratory,
- Wound Management,
- Cervical Cytology,
- Childhood Immunisations,
- Travel Immunisations,
- Venepuncture.
We welcome informal visits.
Candidates should send a CV and covering letter to [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive range of nursing services to our patient population and play a key role in the ongoing delivery of chronic disease management and preventative healthcare.
The role will include, but is not limited to:
- Chronic disease management, including respiratory conditions (asthma and COPD), diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension.
- Respiratory reviews, inhaler technique assessments and patient education.
- Cervical cytology
- Contraception
- Immunisations and vaccinations.
- Wound care and dressings.
- General Practice Nurse treatment room duties.
- Venepuncture and ECGs.
Lifestyle advice and health promotion.
- Infection prevention and control responsibilities.
Participation in quality improvement initiatives and QOF achievement
About us
About us:
6 Partners, 3 salaried GPs 15,500 patients
Training practice with up to 3 GP Registrars Medical student teaching practice
Supportive and highly skilled nursing team
Well supported by the administrative team
High QOF achievers, offering a wide range of Enhanced Services
EMIS Web clinical system
We will offer you:
A supportive environment to develop your clinical interests
A welcoming and inclusive team
Excellent working conditions in purpose-built premises
Competitive salary for the right candidate (in accordance with qualifications & experience)