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Holmhurst Medical Centre in Redhill is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join their team. The ideal candidate will provide high standards of nursing care to patients, assist senior nurses and GPs, and perform routine patient care tasks. Responsibilities include administering immunisations, conducting procedures such as venepuncture and cervical smears, managing chronic disease care, and ensuring compliance with practice policies. The role also involves collaborating with healthcare professionals, contributing to patient recall systems, and providing clinical supervision to support team development.
Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care and possess the ability to work effectively within a team. The position offers a band 5 salary and encourages ongoing professional development to enhance clinical practice. Applicants are urged to apply if they seek a rewarding opportunity to impact their community positively.
Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care and possess the ability to work effectively within a team. The position offers a band 5 salary and encourages ongoing professional development to enhance clinical practice. Applicants are urged to apply if they seek a rewarding opportunity to impact their community positively.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, caring and highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our team.
If you are a dedicated healthcare professional seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives, we encourage you to apply for the Practice Nurse position. Join our team where your skills and passion for nursing will be valued as we strive to provide exceptional care to our community.
The salary for this position is band 5.
To help provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, as well as providing nursing assistance to the senior nurses, GPs and other members of the healthcare team.
Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Nurse Manager and GPs.
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- Administers adult and child immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with national and local programmes, and competent and up to date with anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Ensures safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs and adequate stock levels are maintained.
- Undertakes procedures to include venepuncture, basic wound care, BP management, urinalysis, peak flow, spirometry, stitch/clip removal and cervical smears.
- Works within all relevant practice policies and procedural guidelines e.g. infection control, chaperoning and patient group directions.
- Initiates the process of diagnosis with patients suspected to have a chronic disease e.g. diabetes, COPD, asthma, CHD referring to other clinicians as appropriate. To manage programmes of care for patients with chronic diseases by planning, providing and evaluating care under agreed local/national guidelines, protocols and patient group directions.
- Contributes to a satisfactory call and recall system of patients and undertakes annual review of patients.
- Works collaboratively as a team member to achieve the objectives of the NHS contract and aspirations of the team.
- Provides expert clinical advice on educational opportunities that will facilitate the development and support of their specialist knowledge and skills to ensure the development of clinical practice.
- Recognises the development needs of others and provides clinical supervision.
- Develops own knowledge and practice to meet objectives/changes in service.
- Makes effective use of the clinical system by ensuring the consistent and accurate entering of data and use of SNOMED Codes, and facilitates the use of up to date information technology in order to collate accurate and timely information as and when required.
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To work as a Practice Nurse in the UK, you need a combination of clinical, interpersonal, and organizational skills, as well as specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and requirements:
Qualifications
1. Nursing Degree: You must have a valid nursing degree (RGN - Registered General Nurse) or equivalent qualification.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) to practice as a nurse in the UK.
3. Specialized Training: Additional training in areas such as chronic disease management, immunization, and more may be beneficial.
Essential Skills
1. Clinical Skills: Proficiency in clinical procedures, including wound care, immunizations, health assessments, and chronic disease management.
2. Assessment Skills: Ability to conduct patient assessments and history-taking to develop care plans.
3. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Patient Education: Capability to educate patients about their health conditions, treatment options, and preventive measures.
5. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding patient needs and providing emotional support.
6. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
7. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage patient schedules, documentation, and paperwork efficiently.
8. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Skills to assess situations and make informed decisions quickly, particularly in emergencies.
9. Time Management: Effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time in a busy clinical environment.
Additional Skills
1. IT Literacy: Familiarity with electronic health records and medical software is important for documentation and communication.
2. Cultural Competence: Awareness of and sensitivity to different cultural practices and beliefs affecting healthcare.
3. Leadership Skills: Ability to supervise junior staff or lead initiatives when necessary.
Continuing Professional Development
- Ongoing Training: Maintaining and updating your skills through continuing education and professional development opportunities is essential in the ever-evolving field of healthcare.
Optional Skills
- Experience in Specific Areas: Gaining experience in areas like women's health, children's health, or geriatric care can enhance your employability.
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