[ref. w36568604] Practice Nurse

Appropriate training will be provided to support essential skills required. Job responsibilities Clinical General duties of a Practice Nurse Chronic Disease Reviews Childhood immunisations Cytology Wound care Travel health Contraception To provide appropriate treatment to the Practice population in accordance with Practice protocols and procedures and adhere to Patient Group Directives Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained Maintain accurate records and document consultations according to local and NMC guidelines Ensure awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral including child protection strategies To liaise with other members of the primary Health Care team as required Educational Participate in continuing education as identified either personally or by the Practice to maintain a high level of professional knowledge and skills Personal/Professional Development Identify personal development and training needs in conjunction with the Nurse Team Manager Participate in annual appraisal, taking responsibility for maintaining a record of personal and/or professional developments (PDP) for revalidation purposes Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrate skills and activities to other team members who undertake similar work