Practice Nurse

a. To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of] audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager b. To support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager c. To assist in the development, implementation and embedding of an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice d. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice e. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes including providing cytology services. f. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing g. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health h. As required, to provide routine nursing
care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF i. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions j. To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice k. To review patient medications to enhance compliance l. To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages m. To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services n. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required o. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required p. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation q. To ensure clinical codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team r. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers s. To develop, implement, embed and
participate in well woman clinics t. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics u. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy v. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required w. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately x. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies y. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs z. To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children aa. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) bb. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) cc. To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) dd. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
ee. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately ff. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate gg. The opportunity will also exist to contribute to the Research programs regularly undertaken by the practice. hh. To support the training of students during their placements with the practice. ii. General Treatment room duties not otherwise specified above.