Practice Nurse
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Job Summary
Job Description
Job Title: Practice Nurse
Overview
EMIS Web
January dates flexible
Hours 9-2
We are seeking a dedicated compassionate and highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our diverse and inclusive healthcare team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients lives within a community-oriented environment. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality nursing care promoting health and well-being and assisting patients in managing their healthcare needs.
Our team is committed to fostering an environment that values diversity equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Responsibilities
As a Practice Nurse you will:
- Provide skilled nursing care including administering immunizations wound care and performing health screenings.
- Support patients in managing chronic conditions and developing personalized care plans.
- Promote public health through patient education health promotion campaigns and preventive care initiatives.
- Perform clinical assessments including routine health checks cervical smears and diagnostic tests.
- Support the GP and other healthcare professionals with minor surgeries investigations and patient management.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with clinical and legal standards.
- Engage with the community identifying health trends and specific needs to tailor services accordingly.
- Prioritize creating a safe inclusive and respectful space for patients from all backgrounds.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role the ideal candidate will have:
- A valid nursing qualification and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Previous experience in a primary care setting is desirable but not mandatory.
- Skills in administering immunizations and supporting patients with chronic conditions.
- Strong organizational interpersonal and communication skills.
- A commitment to providing equitable patient-centered care.
- An ability to work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- A proactive approach to continuous professional development to stay updated on best nursing practices.
Day-to-day
Your typical day as a Practice Nurse will involve:
- Conducting patient consultations and assessments ensuring all people feel valued and supported.
- Managing chronic disease clinics such as diabetes asthma and hypertension monitoring.
- Administering vaccinations including flu childhood immunizations and travel vaccinations.
- Educating patients on diet exercise and lifestyle interventions to improve their overall health.
- Supporting emergency or same-day patient needs such as wound dressing or urgent referrals.
- Collaborating with GPs Healthcare Assistants and administrative staff to provide holistic care.
- Keeping up-to-date records of patient interactions using the practices medical system.
- Actively engaging with the team in meetings and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Practice Management
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- Office Manager Experience
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- IaaS
- TOGAF
- Medical office experience
- Conflict Management
- COBIT
- Customer relationship management
