GP Practice Nurse
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Hydref 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 26 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Northampton, NN2 7JN |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | A2198-25-0000 |
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Job Description: The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager b. To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for People with Learning Disabilities. c. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice d. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes with the nursing team. e. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing f. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health g. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE h. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions i. Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients j. To review patient medications to enhance compliance k. To provide guidance to patients in the use of over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages l. To assist with the provision of travel medicine services m. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation n. To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively o. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers q. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy r. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required s. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately t. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies u. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs v. To participate in vaccination programmes for adults and children w. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) x. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) y. To support the clinical team with any safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies z. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately