[ref. p93420802] Practice Nurse
NHS Jobs Redcar
RESPONSIBILITIES The Practice Nurse is employed by the GP's and is a member of the team responsible for the clinical nursing care of the practice population together with the community nursing team. It is the Practice Nurses responsibility to maintain professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and to undergo revalidation as per standard requirements.
The Practice Nurse will engage with annual appraisal within the Practice and ensure that she keeps up to date with current practice and guidance and clinical and mandatory training requirements. DUTIES Practice independently in accordance with the NMC code of conduct and with reference to practice, local and national guidelines, appropriately referring to GP's where appropriate.
Arrangements for and attendance at medical sessions to carry out immunisations (including children) and screening programmes. Clinics to include Health Promotion screening, ECGs, Smears, Venepuncture, Injections and wound management. This list is not exhaustive. Practice Lead for Immunisation and Wound Management, including ensuring the Surgery adheres to all IPC guidelines.
Assisting and / or chaperoning the GP's during clinical procedures and medical sessions, and assisting with Minor Surgery Providing nursing treatments under the medical direction of the Partners and PGD's Liaising closely with the GP's and the Community Nursing Team and MDT concerning the care and follow up of patients.
Advising patients and health staff on health matters Teaching patients and their carer (where appropriate) how to self-care To maintain fridges at recommended temperatures and ensure accurate recording of fridge temperatures. To check emergency drug and anaphylaxis kit supplies, maintain accurate records and ensure timely supply.
Maintaining accurate and relevant nursing records using computerised clinical system and written records as appropriate Liaising with all members of the wider primary care team Participation in the training programme of nursing students and students from other professions as appropriate.
Participation in relevant clinical / nursing audits Other duties consistent with the nurses qualifications as determined by the general practitioners as require. Ensuring standards are maintained within the practice in line with practice protocols and CQC guidance.
The Practice Nurse will engage with annual appraisal within the Practice and ensure that she keeps up to date with current practice and guidance and clinical and mandatory training requirements. DUTIES Practice independently in accordance with the NMC code of conduct and with reference to practice, local and national guidelines, appropriately referring to GP's where appropriate.
Arrangements for and attendance at medical sessions to carry out immunisations (including children) and screening programmes. Clinics to include Health Promotion screening, ECGs, Smears, Venepuncture, Injections and wound management. This list is not exhaustive. Practice Lead for Immunisation and Wound Management, including ensuring the Surgery adheres to all IPC guidelines.
Assisting and / or chaperoning the GP's during clinical procedures and medical sessions, and assisting with Minor Surgery Providing nursing treatments under the medical direction of the Partners and PGD's Liaising closely with the GP's and the Community Nursing Team and MDT concerning the care and follow up of patients.
Advising patients and health staff on health matters Teaching patients and their carer (where appropriate) how to self-care To maintain fridges at recommended temperatures and ensure accurate recording of fridge temperatures. To check emergency drug and anaphylaxis kit supplies, maintain accurate records and ensure timely supply.
Maintaining accurate and relevant nursing records using computerised clinical system and written records as appropriate Liaising with all members of the wider primary care team Participation in the training programme of nursing students and students from other professions as appropriate.
Participation in relevant clinical / nursing audits Other duties consistent with the nurses qualifications as determined by the general practitioners as require. Ensuring standards are maintained within the practice in line with practice protocols and CQC guidance.
Attendance at Clinical Team Meetings and Nurse Team Meetings monthly and ad hoc should they be required.
Redcar
Practice Nurse, Redcar
Are you a Practice Nurse, working in Primary Care, looking to boost your earnings? Are you interested in a work schedule that's flexible and accounts for your personal commitments? Chase Medical has great opportunities...
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Redcar
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Locum work, flexible, hourly pay.
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