North Watford PCN has a fantastic opportunity for a practice nurse to join our team on a permanent part-time basis, for 15-20 hours per week.
The main responsibilities of the role include undertaking a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care/treatment in conjunction with GPs according to practice policy, protocols etc.
It is important for the successful applicant to strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs.
Chronic disease management is an essential part of the role as well as the mentoring of our health care assistants.
Knowledge of the GMS contract, e.g. The Quality and Outcomes Framework, LES/DES is a vital element of the post.
Responsibilities will include;
- Assist GPs to help deliver effective implementation of management of pts with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes framework.
- Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.
- Encourage the development of integrated services within Primary Care to include integrated practice-based teams and multidisciplinary working.
- Promote your own continuing professional development.
- Recognise the opportunities for working in partnership with the Primary Health care team.
- Participate in an annual appraisal.
For other duties, please see job description attached.
To be considered, please complete attached skills list and email to [email protected] and this will be considered alongside your application.