General Practice Nurse

**Job Summary**
We are seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care within a busy clinical environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your nursing skills, support patient wellbeing, and work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal health outcomes. We are particularly keen for the applicant to have respiratory and diabetic knowledge.

**Duties**

– Provide comprehensive patient care, including health assessments, vaccinations, and wound management
– Assist doctors and other healthcare professionals during consultations and procedures
– Monitor patient vital signs and record medical histories accurately
– Educate patients on health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications
– Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with data protection regulations
– Support the organisation of clinics and manage appointment schedules efficiently
– Ensure the clinical environment adheres to health and safety standards, including infection control protocols
– Participate in continuous professional development activities to stay updated with best practices in nursing care

**Key Responsibilities**

– Lead and manage diabetes clinics within the practice.
– Undertake comprehensive diabetes reviews and annual assessments.
– Provide patient education, lifestyle advice, and self-management support.
– Initiate and monitor diabetes treatment plans in line with national and local guidelines.
– Review and interpret blood results, including HbA1c and renal monitoring.
– Identify and recall patients requiring diabetes reviews.
– Support achievement of QOF and enhanced service targets.
– Work collaboratively with the wider primary care team to deliver integrated patient care.
– Maintain accurate clinical records using EMIS Web.

**Requirements**

– Proven experience in patient care within a clinical or healthcare setting
– Strong knowledge of human anatomy and medical procedures
– Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members
– Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
– Organised with attention to detail in record keeping and clinical documentation
– Relevant nursing qualification recognised within the UK (e.g., NMC registration)
– Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards

**Essential Criteria**

– Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
– Experience in managing patients with diabetes within primary care or community settings.
– Excellent communication and patient education skills.
– Knowledge of current diabetes management guidelines.
– Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

This role is ideal for a compassionate nurse eager to contribute positively to patient health while developing their professional expertise within a supportive environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £19.00-£21.00 per hour

Benefits:

– Company pension
– On-site parking

Work Location: In person