Practice Nurse inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
TUE 8 OCT 2024
North Trafford Group Practice rGRhlSIt
North Trafford Group Practice in Manchester is seeking a flexible and autonomous Practice Nurse to join their multi-disciplinary team. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care through face-to-face consultations, telephone assessments, and home visits across multiple practice locations. The Practice Nurse will manage a diverse caseload, addressing various health needs, and will collaborate closely with both clinical and non-clinical team members. Key responsibilities include administering immunisations, managing chronic diseases such as asthma and COPD, and leading health promotion and screening initiatives.
Candidates are expected to practice independently in alignment with the NMC code of conduct, maintain accurate documentation, and engage in ongoing professional development. Additional duties include coordinating infection control measures and leading disease management clinics. The team offers flexible working days, allowing for negotiation to meet the needs of the nurse, the team, and the patient population.
Candidates are expected to practice independently in alignment with the NMC code of conduct, maintain accurate documentation, and engage in ongoing professional development. Additional duties include coordinating infection control measures and leading disease management clinics. The team offers flexible working days, allowing for negotiation to meet the needs of the nurse, the team, and the patient population.
Job summary
NTGP has a fantastic opportunity for a Practice Nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team. The position will require sessions from both locations (on different days). We are flexible with sessions available. The days can be negotiated to suit you, the team & patients.
The Practice Nurse will act autonomously within their professional scope of practice providing care for patients face to face, telephone consultations and home visits.
You will be responsible for the provision of medical services to our patient population managing a caseload dealing with a wide range of health needs. You will be supporting & supported by the wide range of clinical and non-clinical team within the practice.
The Practice Nurse will act autonomously within their professional scope of practice providing care for patients face to face, telephone consultations and home visits.
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- Practice independently in accordance with NMC code of conduct and with reference to practice guidelines
- Maintain accurate documentation of care and utilisation of IT
- Ensure continuation of own personal and professional development, facilitated by utilisation of clinical supervision networks.
- Provide focus for nursing expertise within practice, advising nursing staff, appropriate to level of competence
- Administer adult and child immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with national and local programmes. Is in competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and durgs and adequate stock levels are maintained.
- Takes a lead in areas such as Asthma and COPD management, undertakes the establishment and running of disease management clinics and provides specialist nursing care for the patients or communities that practice serves.
- Management of chronic diseases which includes asthma, hypertension, COPD, CVA/TIA, CHD, and CHD risk assessment and management. Initiates the process of diagnosis with patients suspected to have chronic disease
- Maintain disease registers
- Initiates and carries our programmes of Health promotion and screening, cervical and sexual health screening.
- Acting as a coordinator for helping Nurse Lead for Infection Control
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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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