Practice Nurse
| Posting date: | 07 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 June 2025 |
| Location: | Cardiff, CF11 7DJ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A1851-25-0000 |
Summary
The core responsibilities and duties will include, but are not limited to the following: Oversee and manage chronic disease clinics, ensuring appropriate care and referring patients to GPs when needed. Conduct cervical smears, and contraceptive reviews. Provide wound care, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring for signs of infection. Implement and oversee vaccination programs for both adults and children. Perform ECGs. Support the IPC lead in implementing infection control policies, audits, and compliance across the practice. Implement and promote health and wellbeing programs, including smoking cessation, weight management, and disease prevention. Assist in minor surgeries, provide routine nursing care, and support the team during clinical emergencies. Maintain accurate and up to date clinical records in line with practice protocols. Work closely with the clinical team, ensuring smooth patient care, and collaborate in safeguarding and substance abuse referrals. Coordinate travel services and provide vaccinations and advice to patients traveling abroad. Maintain and control drug stocks and resuscitation equipment. Ensure treatment rooms and stock rooms are stocked and organised. Undertake clinical waste management duties. Engage in educational meetings and participate in weekly/monthly practice meetings. Prioritise and manage workload to maintain high-quality care. Perform any other delegated duties as required. Additional Requirements for the Post Awareness of health and safety requirements and infection control measures. Adherence to confidentiality and data protection standards. Commitment to maintaining professional nursing standards. Efficient use of practice and NHS resources to ensure optimal patient care. Consistently demonstrates empathy, compassion, and a patient centred approach. Willingness to participate in annual appraisal meetings and professional development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in using Outlook and internet tools, with the ability to learn and work on EMIS and other relevant clinical systems.