Practice Nurse

To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policysupporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance tothe practice manager- To support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practicemanager- To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for thefrail and housebound patients registered at the practice- To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate,incorporating evidence-based practice- To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes- To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients thatpromote health and wellbeing- To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions,preventing adverse effects to patients health- As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical basedevidence, NICE and the NSF- As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions- To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope ofpractice- To review patient medications to enhance compliance- To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-countermedications regarding side effects and dosages- To coordinate the provision of travel medicine services- To request pathology services and process pathology results as required- To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary,referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required- To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation- To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team- To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers- To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics- To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics- To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately- To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies- To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs- To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children- To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-countermedicines (within own scope of practice)- To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately(vulnerable patients etc.)- To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task iswithin the scope of practice of the individual)- To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies