Group Practice Nurse

The core responsibilities of the Group Practice Nurse are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role. To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered within the practices To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health Provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and NSF To diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions as required To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and
own scope of practice To review patient medications to enhance compliance Request pathology services and process pathology results as required To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with existing legislation Ensure read codes are used effectively by all member of the nursing team Ensure appropriate use of the chronic disease registers Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within the scope of their own practice) To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately, ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual To support the
Data Quality Manager with hitting QOF targets within all practices To support with the development, implementation and review of all nursing policies and procedures