Experienced Practice Nurse Fixed Term inSolihull inSolihull PUBLISHED
TUE 14 JAN 2025
Solihull Healthcare Partnership rZduzjWh
In addition to clinical duties, the role demands effective communication skills, the ability to manage workload efficiently, and a commitment to continuous professional development. The practice nurse may also assist in home visits, support colleagues in minor procedures, and contribute to the overall organisation and coordination of nursing services within the practice. A thorough understanding of confidentiality, health and safety regulations, and a proactive approach to patient care are essential for success in this position.
The practice nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team in the care of patients of practice, to include treatment, preventative care, screening, and patient education
Provide assessment, screening treatment, services, and health education advice.
Provide nursing treatment to patients using agreed protocols, including:
Cervical smears
Wound care / ulcer care
Removal of Sutures
New Patient Medicals
Urinalysis
ECGs
Peak Flow Readings
Venepuncture
Blood pressure measurements
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
Assisting GPs/Sexual Health Nurse with minor surgery and coil fittings
Assist with the organisation and co-ordination of the provision of nursing services for the practice.
Provide general and specific health screening to the practice patients (within the agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary.
On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits
Be competent in administration of childhood immunisation and travel vaccination.
Be competent and confident in managing people with long-term health conditions.
Interest in Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease, COPD and Asthma.
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Provide assessment, screening treatment, services and health education advice.
Provide nursing treatment to patients using agreed protocols, including:
Cervical smears
Wound care / ulcer care
Removal of Sutures
New Patient Medicals
Urinalysis
ECGs
Peak Flow Readings
Venepuncture
Blood pressure measurements
Ear syringing
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
Assist with the organisation and co-ordination of the provision of nursing services for the practice.
Provide general and specific health screening to the practice patients (within the agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary.
On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits
Be competent in administration of childhood immunisation and travel vaccination.
Be competent and confident in managing people with long-term health conditions.
Interest in Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease, COPD and Contraception.
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
Triage patients wishing to see health care professional, making and necessary referrals to other members of the primary care team.
Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long term condition (as appropriate).
Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and non-drug treatment methods into a management plan.
Review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.
Work with patients in order to support compliance with, and adherence to, prescribed treatments.
Provide information and advice on prescribed or over the counter medication, medication regimes, side effects and interactions.
Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.
Implement and participate in vaccination programmes for both adults and children.
Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.
Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC.
Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality.
Deliver care according to NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence based care.
Maintain and control injectable and oral drug stocks in the treatment room and surgery.
Advise manager regarding health and safety aspects. Pathological specimens and investigatory procedures.
Undertake the collection of pathological specimens, including intravenous blood samples, swabs, smears, etc.
Oversee the duties undertaken by the HCA and assist with training and mentoring as and when required.
Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.
Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded adequately on the computer.
Assist in the formulation of practice philosophy, strategy and policy.
Maintain a notice board in the waiting area designated for patient health care and education.
Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required.
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Special Requirements of the Post
An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
Ability to use own judgment, resourcefulness and common sense
A commitment to maintain a high professional standard of nursing care and keep up to date with all aspects of nursing care relevant to the post
A commitment to ensure all Health and Safety requirements and Infection Control measures are met and to report any problems to the practice manager
A commitment to the effective use of practice and NHS resources
An awareness of own limitations and experience
To work in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and within the scope of professional practice.
To have a written professional development plan and to maintain an up to date portfolio which meets the requirements of registration with the NMC
Cooperate with annual appraisal meetings
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