Practice Nurse

The successful candidate will ideally have experience and training in the following areas:

Empathetic,

patient-centred approach.

Organised

and able to prioritise workload.

Flexible

and adaptable to changing needs of the practice.

Committed

to continuous improvement in patient care.

Clinical Care

Chronic disease and long-term condition monitoring

and annual review, including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD, CKD, Hypertension

To

provide assessment, screening, treatment and health education advice

Adult

and Childhood vaccinations and immunisations including seasonal flu

clinics and immunisation for travellers.

Effective

MDT working and liaison with external services to coordinate patient care

Safe

delegation in line with competence and scope of practice

Participation

in training, audit and continuous quality improvement.

To

develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

Work

autonomously within the limits of individual competence and professional

accountability.

Follow

current evidence-based guidance, clinical protocols and practice policies.

Ensure

medicines and vaccines are administered safely and in accordance with

appropriate authorisation, including Patient Group Directions (PGDs) or

Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), where applicable.

Participate

in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice

Team.

Maintain

infection prevention and control standards.

Recognise

safeguarding concerns involving children and vulnerable adults and follow

relevant reporting procedures.

Participate

in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and service

development.

Identify

clinical risks and report incidents, near misses and significant events

appropriately.

Work

collaboratively with GPs, ANPs, Practice Nurses, HCAs and the wider

multidisciplinary team.

Support

the development of a positive learning environment within the practice.

Attend

and participate in practice meetings as required.

Contribute

to the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols and

new services.

Administration and Professional Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, timely

and confidential clinical records using the practice clinical system.

Ensure

accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the

patient's computer notes.

compliance with practice policies, CQC standards and NMC Code of

Conduct.

and participate in training sessions as required.

Education and training

Participate in the education and training and the induction

of all members of Practice Staff with special responsibility for nursing staff.

Share

knowledge, experience and understanding to support the development of the

practice team.

Professional development

Maintain

continued education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed

useful or necessary for professional development.

Brunton Park Health Centre is a friendly, close-knit team who takes pride in providing personalised, high-quality care to our patients. We are a small but high-performing practice serving approximately 8,000 patients living in and around the Gosforth area. We are a teaching practice and an active member of a forward thinking PCN network. We use SystmOne clinical Software.

Working in a small team means you will quickly become a valued member of the practice and have the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and patients. We have a supportive and welcoming atmosphere, with a collaborative approach to patient care and a strong sense of teamwork.

We value our staff and are committed to creating a positive working environment where everyone's contribution is appreciated.

You will join a friendly and experienced clinical team consisting of:

Through our Primary Care Network, we are supported by:

We would be welcome an informal visit for any interested applicant to come and meet the team. To arrange a visit, please contact either Michelle Punton or Carol Mayes on 0191 236 3338

Experience

Qualifications

Essential: - Registered Nurse (Adult) with a valid NMC registration and PIN