About the role
Salary: Negotiable
The post holder is an experienced Practice Nurse, who is
responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe and effective patient care to the
practice population using autonomous clinical skills and a broad in-depth
theoretical knowledge base. The post holder will manage a diverse clinical case
load, dealing with the presenting patients needs within a primary care
setting. They will contribute to developing the nursing services offered by the
practice. The practice nurse works independently and contributes to audit,
research and supporting, implementing and evaluating local standards, policies,
guidelines and care pathways. NMC requirements will be met, and the individual
will work within the NMC Code of Conduct to agreed practice standards and
protocols.
The post holder is accountable for his/her own practice and will work independently managing their own clinical workload responding effectively to patient needs and ensuring patient choice and ease of access to services.
To mentor and support other nurses and staff in developing and maintaining clinical skills.
To participate in clinical supervision.
To have an awareness of budgetary constraints and help make cost effective decisions.
To use referral pathways for nurses as appropriate.
To provide input and advice on evidence-based practice and care interventions within their sphere of knowledge.
Primary Duties & Areas of Responsibility