A bank Practice Nurse post with Primary Care 24, a social enterprise that runs NHS GP practices, working alongside GPs and other nurses. The work covers assessment, treatment, screening and health education, accurate record-keeping, and supervising and mentoring the practice nursing team. Shifts are bid for within weekday hours from 08:00 to 18:30, and cervical cytology and immunisation experience is sought. Applicants need current NMC registration, at least two years' qualified experience and an NMC mentorship qualification.
What the job involves
- Provide specialist knowledge and skills in general practice nursing
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, keeping clear communication between clinical, administrative and community teams
- Supervise and mentor the practice nursing team and provide a learning environment for staff and students
- Provide assessment, treatment, screening, health education and advice in line with protocols, guidelines and the NMC Code of Conduct
- Keep accurate, comprehensive records of all consultations and treatments
- Follow infection control policies and keep up to date with them
- Be responsible for treatment room supplies and equipment
- Monitor work areas and practices for hazards and compliance with health, safety and security legislation and policies
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- NMC mentorship qualification
Registration & licences
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years' qualified experience
- Experience in a GP practice, primary care or community setting
- Experience in cervical cytology and immunisations
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Resilience
Other
- Training certificates in BSL, infection control, information governance, and safeguarding adults and children level 3
What’s offered
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Eligibility to apply for the blue light card
- Bank agreement, bidding for shifts that suit you
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