To provide nursing services to the patients, including treatments, screening, chronic disease management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension), anticoagulation monitoring, ECGs, undertake wound care management/dressing techniques, venepuncture, child immunisations, travel immunisations and health advice, contraception and HRT reviews.
Job summarySalary Available Upon Request
30 hours a week
The vacancy is for a Practice Nurse either Part time or Full time working Monday - Friday, the core hours of the practice are 8am to 6.30pm. We are looking for someone who is friendly and enthusiastic to work as part of our experienced nursing team. Excellent communication and a team player is a requirement for the successful candidate.
We have a practice population of 12,500 patients, based in the heart of Caerphilly. We are within easy access to the A470, M4, train and bus station. Car parking is free on site
Primary care experience would be desirable however for the right candidate training and mentoring could be given.
The practice does not follow the agenda for change. Salary will be based on experience.
Main duties of the jobThe main duties of the role as practice nurse are listed below:
- Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs
- Chronic Disease Management - Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension
- HRT and Contraception reviews
- Cytology
- Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler
- INR - anticoagulation monitoring
- Removal of Sutures
- Travel Clinic - immunisations
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- Routine immunisations and Childhood immunisations
- Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
About usWe strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment. We aim to work towards providing excellent care to our patients but fully appreciate the importance of work life balance. We encourage professional development for all members of staff.
Job description Job responsibilitiesKey purpose of the job
To provide nursing services to the patients, including treatments, screening, chronic disease management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension), anticoagulation monitoring, ECGs, undertake wound care management/dressing techniques, venepuncture, child immunisations, travel immunisations and health advice, contraception and HRT reviews. Stock ordering & stock checks.
Main responsibilities
1. Provide nursing treatments to patients in consultation with GPs as appropriate in accordance with agreed protocols
2. Provide general and specific health screening to the practice population in accordance with agreed protocols
3. Provide advice on health care and minor ailments to patients
4. Run chronic disease clinics offered by the practice
5. Liaise with Health Board staff, secondary care staff, community nursing staff and other relevant bodies to ensure an excellent quality of service for patients
6. Record accurate and timely data in patient records
7. Complete admin responsibilities on a timely and accurate basis eg. Maintaining pharmaceutical and medical supplies, stock taking, maintaining equipment, QIF data recording
8. Work and communicate well with the admin and reception teams
Key skills / knowledge / experience
Nursing qualification
Good understanding of the operation of GPs within primary care
Understanding of the GMS contract and the Quality Outcomes Framework.
Ability to communicate well at all levels
Good knowledge of health and safety requirements
Confidentiality requirements
Given the work environment where patient data is accessible by staff, the post-holder must observe strict confidentiality when accessing patient data. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with practice policies on confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesKey purpose of the job
To provide nursing services to the patients, including treatments, screening, chronic disease management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension), anticoagulation monitoring, ECGs, undertake wound care management/dressing techniques, venepuncture, child immunisations, travel immunisations and health advice, contraception and HRT reviews. Stock ordering & stock checks.
Main responsibilities
1. Provide nursing treatments to patients in consultation with GPs as appropriate in accordance with agreed protocols
2. Provide general and specific health screening to the practice population in accordance with agreed protocols
3. Provide advice on health care and minor ailments to patients
4. Run chronic disease clinics offered by the practice
5. Liaise with Health Board staff, secondary care staff, community nursing staff and other relevant bodies to ensure an excellent quality of service for patients
6. Record accurate and timely data in patient records
7. Complete admin responsibilities on a timely and accurate basis eg. Maintaining pharmaceutical and medical supplies, stock taking, maintaining equipment, QIF data recording
8. Work and communicate well with the admin and reception teams
Key skills / knowledge / experience
Nursing qualification
Good understanding of the operation of GPs within primary care
Understanding of the GMS contract and the Quality Outcomes Framework.
Ability to communicate well at all levels
Good knowledge of health and safety requirements
Confidentiality requirements
Given the work environment where patient data is accessible by staff, the post-holder must observe strict confidentiality when accessing patient data. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with practice policies on confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential - NMC Registered
- Qualifications for Chronic Disease Management
- Qualifications for Venepuncture
- Qualifications in Wound Care
Desirable Experience Essential - Experience of working within a nursing team
Desirable - Experience of working in Primary Care
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential - NMC Registered
- Qualifications for Chronic Disease Management
- Qualifications for Venepuncture
- Qualifications in Wound Care
Desirable Experience Essential - Experience of working within a nursing team
Desirable - Experience of working in Primary Care
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details Employer nameGP Practice in Wales
AddressTonyfelin Medical Centre
Bedwas Road, Tonyfelin Surgery
Bedwas
Caerphilly
CF83 1XP
Employer's website Job summarySalary Available Upon Request
30 hours a week
The vacancy is for a Practice Nurse either Part time or Full time working Monday - Friday, the core hours of the practice are 8am to 6.30pm. We are looking for someone who is friendly and enthusiastic to work as part of our experienced nursing team. Excellent communication and a team player is a requirement for the successful candidate.
We have a practice population of 12,500 patients, based in the heart of Caerphilly. We are within easy access to the A470, M4, train and bus station. Car parking is free on site
Primary care experience would be desirable however for the right candidate training and mentoring could be given.
The practice does not follow the agenda for change. Salary will be based on experience.
Main duties of the jobThe main duties of the role as practice nurse are listed below:
- Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs
- Chronic Disease Management - Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension
- HRT and Contraception reviews
- Cytology
- Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler
- INR - anticoagulation monitoring
- Removal of Sutures
- Travel Clinic - immunisations
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- Routine immunisations and Childhood immunisations
- Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
About usWe strive to create a friendly and supportive working environment. We aim to work towards providing excellent care to our patients but fully appreciate the importance of work life balance. We encourage professional development for all members of staff.
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesKey purpose of the job
To provide nursing services to the patients, including treatments, screening, chronic disease management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension), anticoagulation monitoring, ECGs, undertake wound care management/dressing techniques, venepuncture, child immunisations, travel immunisations and health advice, contraception and HRT reviews. Stock ordering & stock checks.
Main responsibilities
1. Provide nursing treatments to patients in consultation with GPs as appropriate in accordance with agreed protocols
2. Provide general and specific health screening to the practice population in accordance with agreed protocols
3. Provide advice on health care and minor ailments to patients
4. Run chronic disease clinics offered by the practice
5. Liaise with Health Board staff, secondary care staff, community nursing staff and other relevant bodies to ensure an excellent quality of service for patients
6. Record accurate and timely data in patient records
7. Complete admin responsibilities on a timely and accurate basis eg. Maintaining pharmaceutical and medical supplies, stock taking, maintaining equipment, QIF data recording
8. Work and communicate well with the admin and reception teams
Key skills / knowledge / experience
Nursing qualification
Good understanding of the operation of GPs within primary care
Understanding of the GMS contract and the Quality Outcomes Framework.
Ability to communicate well at all levels
Good knowledge of health and safety requirements
Confidentiality requirements
Given the work environment where patient data is accessible by staff, the post-holder must observe strict confidentiality when accessing patient data. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with practice policies on confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesKey purpose of the job
To provide nursing services to the patients, including treatments, screening, chronic disease management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension), anticoagulation monitoring, ECGs, undertake wound care management/dressing techniques, venepuncture, child immunisations, travel immunisations and health advice, contraception and HRT reviews. Stock ordering & stock checks.
Main responsibilities
1. Provide nursing treatments to patients in consultation with GPs as appropriate in accordance with agreed protocols
2. Provide general and specific health screening to the practice population in accordance with agreed protocols
3. Provide advice on health care and minor ailments to patients
4. Run chronic disease clinics offered by the practice
5. Liaise with Health Board staff, secondary care staff, community nursing staff and other relevant bodies to ensure an excellent quality of service for patients
6. Record accurate and timely data in patient records
7. Complete admin responsibilities on a timely and accurate basis eg. Maintaining pharmaceutical and medical supplies, stock taking, maintaining equipment, QIF data recording
8. Work and communicate well with the admin and reception teams
Key skills / knowledge / experience
Nursing qualification
Good understanding of the operation of GPs within primary care
Understanding of the GMS contract and the Quality Outcomes Framework.
Ability to communicate well at all levels
Good knowledge of health and safety requirements
Confidentiality requirements
Given the work environment where patient data is accessible by staff, the post-holder must observe strict confidentiality when accessing patient data. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with practice policies on confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential - NMC Registered
- Qualifications for Chronic Disease Management
- Qualifications for Venepuncture
- Qualifications in Wound Care
Desirable ExperienceEssential - Experience of working within a nursing team
Desirable - Experience of working in Primary Care
Person Specification
QualificationsEssential - NMC Registered
- Qualifications for Chronic Disease Management
- Qualifications for Venepuncture
- Qualifications in Wound Care
Desirable ExperienceEssential - Experience of working within a nursing team
Desirable - Experience of working in Primary Care
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer detailsEmployer nameGP Practice in Wales
AddressTonyfelin Medical Centre
Bedwas Road, Tonyfelin Surgery
Bedwas
Caerphilly
CF83 1XP
Employer's website