General Practice Nurse with Diabetic Interest • Derby Wilson Street Surgery
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nGeneral Practice Nurse with Diabetic Interest with Wilson Street Surgery in Derby, United Kingdom\n\n Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nurseto join our welcoming and supportive Practice Nurse team. To undertake a mixture of general nursing clinics andchronic disease management - diabetes. Ideally with a qualification in Diabetes management and comfortable with initiating and/oradjusting insulin doses. To provide specialist care to chronic disease patients within thePractice, working autonomously with these groups of patients, followingPractice approved protocols. Main duties of the job The post holder will work collaboratively with adesignated General Practitioner in delivering a high standard of nursing careto patients. Continuously developing their own skills and knowledgeand where appropriate provide information for others, to help theirdevelopment. To contribute to effective working in a changingenvironment as services change and develop. About us We are a well-established, inner city, training practice coveringvirtually the whole of Derby. We are adiverse team, who encourage continued professional development andequality. This is also reflected in ourpractice population. The main surgery is situated at 11 Wilson Street, Derbyand we have two branch surgeries: Taddington Road Surgery, Chaddesden, Derbyand St Thomas Road Surgery, 207 St Thomas Road, Derby. Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE To have a particular interest in diabetes. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with diabetes, that promote health and wellbeing. To work as part of the Practice nurse team providing general practice nursing services to patients. To assist with the leadership and good management within the nursing team. Work autonomously following local and national guidance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE Essential -RGN,Diabetes Diploma,Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience essential,Evidence of continued professional development,Excellent communication/Interpersonal sills,Leadership, time management and organisational skills,Computer skills Desirable -Other chronic disease management experience,General Practice Nurse experience,Nurse Prescriber or willingness to complete,Experience of working in general practice,Experience of using system one clinical system PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES To facilitate the development of individual staff, including undertaking mentor sessions with junior staff, as required. Support the nurse team to provide a suitable learning environment that is conducive to the acquisition of further skills and knowledge for all staff, for formal and informal personal and professional development. To work autonomously with patients with diabetes following local and national guidance. Assess, develop, and implement nursing care programmes for patients with diabetes and provide specialist care to these groups of patients. Teaching and educating patients and their families by offering information, which enables them to understand their illness and its progress. Select, carry out and interpret results of specific tests, investigations, and act on results e.g., blood tests (HBA1C). Manage medication treatments as required following Practice protocols. Provide specialist advice and knowledge to newly diagnosed diabetic patients and their families, including dietary advice, and monitoring of their illness, empowering patients to take control of their illness demonstrating empathy, and giving reassurance and support. Undertake annual diabetic reviews autonomously, commencing/altering treatments as necessary. Refer patients directly to other specialists in other professions, as appropriate. Act as a resource, providing specialist knowledge, gained through clinical experience and through undertaking diploma level training and expertise to other members of the multidisciplinary team including GPs, registrar students, medical students, nursing students, district nurse students. Participate in clinical audits/research projects and implement changes as required. Participate in the development and updating of Practice protocols/guidelines and procedures within the Practice. To undertake any aspect of Practice Nursing duties including (but not limited to): Taking cervical smears/triple swabs and interpreting and acting on swab results. Travel health advice and vaccination. Administer injections under individual patient prescription or Patient Group Directives. Maintain safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. Apply infection control measures within the Practice according to local and national guidelines. Keep up to date with safeguarding policies and procedures. Deal with complex and sensitive information with patients, relatives, and colleagues. Recognise psychological needs of patients presenting with depression or suicidal tendencies. Competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation procedures. Promote the health and safety of patients and work colleagues by identifying hazards and assessing clinical risks within the workplace and ensure that all practice policies are adhered to. Responsible for entering details of clinical consultations accurately on computer records, always maintaining patient confidentiality. To undertake any other duties which are commensurate with the level of and responsibility of the post. To always provide an exemplary standard of professional conduct and nursing care in accordance with the NMC. To maintain personal and professional development, ensuring regular updates are undertaken. A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS External -PCSE,ICB/JUCD/Hospital Departments/Clinics,Patient Groups,Ambulance Service Internal -Doctors,Practice Nurses,Receptionists,Administrative colleagues,Advanced Clinical Practitioners,Dieticians,Pharmacists,Paramedics,Attached nursing teams - district nurses, health visitors, midwives, community matrons MOST CHALLENGING PART OF YOUR JOB To work collaboratively with the practice team to ensure provision of clinically effective healthcare to the practice population within the resources available. PHYSICAL EFFORT This factor measures the nature, level, frequency, and duration of the physical effort (sustained effort at a similar level or sudden explosive effort) required for the job. It takes account of any circumstances that may affect the degree of effort required, such as working in an awkward position or confined space. Stooping and kneeling whilst undertaking assessment and delivering treatment Driving Standing for long periods MENTAL EFFORT This factor measures the nature, level, frequency, and duration of the mental effort required for the job. (For example, concentration; responding to unpredictable work patterns, interruptions, and the need to meet deadlines). Responding to high levels of anxiety amongst patients Continuous updating of knowledge Intense concentration required when teaching others. Handling and diffusing challenging interactions. Frequent interruptions by staff, public and colleagues Episodes of dealing with child and adult protection issues WORKING CONDITIONS This factor measures the nature, level, frequency, and duration of demands arising from inevitably adverse environmental conditions (such as extreme heat/cold, smells, noise, and fumes) and hazards, which are unavoidable (even with the strictest health and safety controls) , such as road traffic accidents, spills of harmful chemicals, aggressive behaviour of patients, clients, relatives, carers. Frequent exposure to bodily fluids Clients poor personal and home hygiene Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE To have a particular interest in diabetes. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with diabetes, that promote health and wellbeing. To work as part of the Practice nurse team providing general practice nursing services to patients. To assist with the leadership and good management within the nursing team. Work autonomously following local and national guidance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE Essential -RGN,Diabetes Diploma,Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience essential,Evidence of continued professional development,Excellent communication/Interpersonal sills,Leadership, time management and organisational skills,Computer skills Desirable -Other chronic disease management experience,General Practice Nurse experience,Nurse Prescriber or willingness to complete,Experience of working in general practice,Experience of using system one clinical system PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES To facilitate the development of individual staff, including undertaking mentor sessions with junior staff, as required. Support the nurse team to provide a suitable learning environment that is conducive to the acquisition of further skills and knowledge for all staff, for formal and informal personal and professional development. To work autonomously with patients with diabetes following local and national guidance. Assess, develop, and implement nursing care programmes for patients with diabetes and provide specialist care to these groups of patients. Teaching and educating patients and their families by offering information, which enables them to understand their illness and its progress. Select, carry out and interpret results of specific tests, investigations, and act on results e.g., blood tests (HBA1C). Manage medication treatments as required following Practice protocols. Provide specialist advice and knowledge to newly diagnosed diabetic patients and their families, including dietary advice, and monitoring of their illness, empowering patients to take control of their illness demonstrating empathy, and giving reassurance and support. Undertake annual diabetic reviews autonomously, commencing/altering treatments as necessary. Refer patients directly to other specialists in other professions, as appropriate. Act as a resource, providing specialist knowledge, gained through clinical experience and through undertaking diploma level training and expertise to other members of the multidisciplinary team including GPs, registrar students, medical students, nursing students, district nurse students. Participate in clinical audits/research projects and implement changes as required. Participate in the development and updating of Practice protocols/guidelines and procedures within the Practice. To undertake any aspect of Practice Nursing duties including (but not limited to): Taking cervical smears/triple swabs and interpreting and acting on swab results. Travel health advice and vaccination. Administer injections under individual patient prescription or Patient Group Directives. Maintain safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. Apply infection control measures within the Practice according to local and national guidelines. Keep up to date with safeguarding policies and procedures. Deal with complex and sensitive information with patients, relatives, and colleagues. Recognise psychological needs of patients presenting with depression or suicidal tendencies. Competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation procedures. Promote the health and safety of patients and work colleagues by identifying hazards and assessing clinical risks within the workplace and ensure that all practice policies are adhered to. Responsible for entering details of clinical consultations accurately on computer records, always maintaining patient confidentiality. To undertake any other duties which are commensurate with the level of and responsibility of the post. To always provide an exemplary standard of professional conduct and nursing care in accordance with the NMC. To maintain personal and professional development, ensuring regular updates are undertaken. A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS External -PCSE,ICB/JUCD/Hospital Departments/Clinics,Patient Groups,Ambulance Service Internal -Doctors,Practice Nurses,Receptionists,Administrative colleagues,Advanced Clinical Practitioners,Dieticians,Pharmacists,Paramedics,Attached nursing teams - district nurses, health visitors, midwives, community matrons MOST CHALLENGING PART OF YOUR JOB To work collaboratively with the practice team to ensure provision of clinically effective healthcare to the practice population within the resources available. PHYSICAL EFFORT This factor measures the nature, level, frequency, and duration of the physical effort (sustained effort at a similar level or sudden explosive effort) required for the job. It takes account of any circumstances that may affect the degree of effort required, such as working in an awkward position or confined space. Stooping and kneeling whilst undertaking assessment and delivering treatment Driving Standing for long periods MENTAL EFFORT This factor measures the nature, level, frequency, and duration of the mental effort required for the job. (For example, concentration; responding to unpredictable work patterns, interruptions, and the need to meet deadlines). Responding to high levels of anxiety amongst patients Continuous updating of knowledge Intense concentration required when teaching others. Handling and diffusing challenging interactions. Frequent interruptions by staff, public and colleagues Episodes of dealing with child and adult protection issues WORKING CONDITIONS This factor measures the nature, level, frequency, and duration of demands arising from inevitably adverse environmental conditions (such as extreme heat/cold, smells, noise, and fumes) and hazards, which are unavoidable (even with the strictest health and safety controls) , such as road traffic accidents, spills of harmful chemicals, aggressive behaviour of patients, clients, relatives, carers. Frequent exposure to bodily fluids Clients poor personal and home hygiene Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Diabetes diploma Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification. Nurse Prescriber qualification Accredited practice nurse qualification(s) Experience Essential Minimum 2 years Nurse experience Evidence of professional development Desirable Experience of working in primary care. Skills and disposition Essential Competent IT Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Leadership, time management and organisational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and adapting to change management Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Diabetes diploma Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification. Nurse Prescriber qualification Accredited practice nurse qualification(s) Experience Essential Minimum 2 years Nurse experience Evidence of professional development Desirable Experience of working in primary care. Skills and disposition Essential Competent IT Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Leadership, time management and organisational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and adapting to change management Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Wilson Street Surgery Address Wilson Street Surgery 11 Wilson Street Derby DE1 1PG Employer's website "}