Practice NurseinWadebridgeinWadebridgePUBLISHED THU 2 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive semi-rural practice.
Engagement in a variety of clinical responsibilities, promoting a diverse work environment.
Chance to directly impact patients' health and well-being through chronic disease management and health promotion.
Work closely with a dedicated healthcare team, including doctors, enhancing collaborative practice.
Flexible part-time role (25.5 hours per week), allowing for work-life balance.
Involvement in child health services, including immunization and support for family planning, providing valuable community health contributions.
Access to ongoing professional development opportunities in primary care nursing.
Wadebridge and Camel Estuary Practice is seeking a motivated and experienced Registered General Nurse to fill the role of Practice Nurse in their semi-rural setting. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in managing chronic respiratory diseases, with additional experience in childhood immunisations and cytology viewed favorably. This part-time position involves providing high-quality nursing care and support to the medical team, while also implementing and evaluating patient treatment plans, promoting health and well-being, and managing long-term conditions.
Key responsibilities include prioritizing health issues, offering advice on medications and vaccinations, supporting women's health needs, recognizing mental health concerns, and assisting in minor surgical procedures. The role demands a holistic approach to patient care, adherence to infection control protocols, and maintaining confidentiality at all times. The position is for 25.5 hours per week, aiming to deliver evidence-based care and support to the health community in Wadebridge.
Key responsibilities include prioritizing health issues, offering advice on medications and vaccinations, supporting women's health needs, recognizing mental health concerns, and assisting in minor surgical procedures. The role demands a holistic approach to patient care, adherence to infection control protocols, and maintaining confidentiality at all times. The position is for 25.5 hours per week, aiming to deliver evidence-based care and support to the health community in Wadebridge.
Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive semi-rural practice.
Engagement in a variety of clinical responsibilities, promoting a diverse work environment.
Chance to directly impact patients' health and well-being through chronic disease management and health promotion.
Work closely with a dedicated healthcare team, including doctors, enhancing collaborative practice.
Flexible part-time role (25.5 hours per week), allowing for work-life balance.
Involvement in child health services, including immunization and support for family planning, providing valuable community health contributions.
Access to ongoing professional development opportunities in primary care nursing.
We are looking for an enthusiastic motivated and experienced Registered General Nurse to join our friendly and supportive semi-rural practice. The candidate must have experience in the management of respiratory chronic disease. Experience in childhood immunisation and cytology would be beneficial and previous employment in Primary Care would be desirable.
25.5 hours per week
To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and in addition any roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training / regulations.
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- Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate programmes to promote health and well-being, and prevent adverse effects on health and well-being
- Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition
- Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage patients to live healthily, and apply principles of self-care
- Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side effects and interactions
- Support and advise women requesting information relating to family planning needs
- Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations
- Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the National / Local guidelines for Mental Health
- Advise, support and, where appropriate, administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad
- Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions
Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions
Assessing problems presented opportunistically by patients
Able to document consultations according to NMC guidelines
Ensure awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise signs and symptoms of child abuse
Provide a holistic approach to wound management and implement wound care in line with current evidence based guidelines
Able to recognize and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines
Able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines
Assist in the provision of minor surgery
Ability to obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written)
Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained
Ability to monitor and manage maintenance of stock and equipment
Confidentiality of information gained at work must be preserved at all times
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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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