We have a fantastic opportunity you don’t want to miss out on! We are currently looking for Nurse Practitioners to assist local GP’s on a locum basis, in the Barking and surrounding areas.
The post holder will assess patients health needs with a range of minor illness and injury conditions, plan their care, administer treatment and discharge them as proper to other social insurance experts and additionally look for counsel and support from a more experienced individual from staff.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Practice Nurse (PN) – 2 DAYS A WEEK – Barking
We are working with a client in the Barking offering the opportunity of 2 days a week ongoing for a minimum of a month.
A practice nurse skilled in COPD, Baby Imms and Cytology.
Previous experience of working on vision and in a GP Practice.
Good rates being offered with this opportunity.
Take this chance while it’s still around!
We can provide the following benefits:
Competitive rates of pay
Complete flexibility – choose when you want to work!
Shifts are bookable up to 9 months in advance – plan ahead!
Fantastic CPD opportunities!
A team of Primary Care specialists on hand to help
We are currently looking for several Practice Nurses for a locum or permanent job in Barking.
Many Practice Nurses have a job in the Barking area, but what would convince you to make a new move? Please call us to discuss.
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What is Practice Nurse:
The practice nurse will undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care/treatment in conjunction with GPs, and practice nurses or independently as appropriate for the need, according to practice policy, protocols etc. The practice nurse will strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs.
Practice Nurse Salary:
The salary of an Advanced Nurse Practitioner varies depending upon the following; Hours worked, experience, Education, how eager the organization are in your skills, references, reputation, location, the list goes on…
Locum Meds have years of experience in accurately determining your pay rate, give us a call today to discuss either what you should be getting paid or what you should be paying a prospective or current employee.
Practice Nurse Job Description:
The content of this job description is designed to be inclusive of a broad range of tasks which may be performed by a practice nurse. The Practice Nurse provides primary care nursing support, patient interventions and treatment within the Medical Centre and from time to time in patient’s homes or elsewhere as required. Nurses also fulfil the many and varied additional roles that occur from time to time – the Practice Nurse should be a good general go-to person. As part of the General Practice team, the nurse must work within the scope of practice and be responsible for providing patient centred, culturally appropriate and individual holistic care to patients.
This post is written to be an equivalent for Agenda for Change (AFC) Band 8. Duties will vary from practice to practice and this is a guide only. Practice accountability structures will also vary.
Scope Of Nursing Practice In UK
The scope of nursing practice is defined as the range of roles, functions, responsibilities, and activities which registered nurses are educated and authorized to perform. The broad scope of nursing practice reflects all of the roles and activities undertaken by registered nurses to address the full range of human experiences and responses to health and illness. This incorporates health promotion, health protection, health maintenance, health restoration, rehabilitation, and palliation. Nursing practice is directed towards the goal of assisting clients to achieve and maintain optimal health in order to maximize the quality of life across the lifespan. A client, referring also to patient and resident, is defined as an individual, a family, a group of individuals, a community, or a population. Nursing practice is accomplished through:
Utilization of nursing knowledge through the application of critical thinking, judgment and skill. It is grounded in the principles of nursing, medicine, social and public health sciences and expressed as the art of nursing.
Adoption of a holistic approach to care, addressing the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of clients.
Promotion of client self-reliance and self-determination by actively involving the client as a partner in all aspects of care.
Use of nursing theories to define and organize practice and the nursing process to comprehensively assess, diagnose, plan, implement, evaluate, and document client care.
Application of the model of nursing care delivery adopted within the agency or practice setting.
Collaboration with other members of the healthcare team and partnering with diverse sectors of the community.
Advocating for and/or creating quality healthcare systems, population health, and healthy public policy.
To be responsive to the evolving health-related needs of the public, the boundaries of the scope of nursing practice must be flexible. Nursing practice takes place in the context of continuing change and development resulting from advances in research and technology, the introduction of new approaches to care delivery, and a more prominent assortment of experts sharing more zones of regular capacity. The dynamic nature of the healthcare environment requires that nurses respond to the client’s needs by continually expanding their knowledge and skills and making judgments about the limits of their practice
Key Relationships/Contacts
Internal:
Lead Practice Nurse
Practice Nursing Team and Healthcare Assistants
GPs
Doctors in Training
Practice Manager/Office Manager
Administration Team
Secretarial Team
External:
Patients, carers and relatives
Practice suppliers (equipment, supplies and services)
Duties And Responsibilities
Professional Responsibilities Of Practice Nurse
Assist GP’s to help deliver an effective implementation of management of pts with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes Framework.
Contribute to the development of policies/protocols/guidelines within the practice.
Aid the practice team with the implementation of new initiatives in the delivery of chronic disease management services.
Formulate reports as required for the practice manager and or senior nurse.
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 the continuing professional development of yourself and other nurses & HCA within the practice.
Recognize the opportunities for working in partnership with the Primary Healthcare team.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Leadership
Provide professional and managerial support to, healthcare assistants and the review and monitoring of patients within primary care.
Offer guidance and support to health care assistants to improve standards of care if needed.
Participate in chronic disease management clinics within the practice if asked and only after appropriate training, & provide practical assistance and professional advice to achieve minimum standards of care.
Provide clinical input where required alongside practice nurses, particularly newly appointed nurses and GPs, to assist in skill development and sharing of best practice.
Delegate to others, with appropriate skills, knowledge and competence.
Encourage nursing practice in line with relevant evidence-based research.
Act as a resource to the general public, patients within the health care system and their families, carers and various healthcare professionals.
Clinical
Work alongside Health Care Assistants to help develop their skills.
Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.
Perform occasional venepuncture and electrocardiography – following appropriate training.
Carry out ear examination and syringing, following appropriate training and assessment.
Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately – following appropriate training.
Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness – following appropriate training.
Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as or if required. e.g. diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc. following appropriate training.
Contribute to the maintenance of the practice diseases registers.
Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
Provide an adult and childhood immunisation service working to Patient Group Directions – following appropriate training if required.
Delivers travel health care, including vaccinations and advice for patients – following appropriate training if required.
Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and is aware of local, referral procedures.
Ensure that current evidence-based approaches to a patient are standard practice
Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, eg burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycemic emergencies/asthma attacks.
Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
Research, Audit and Quality
Encourage the development of a practice audit strategy and action plan for Primary Care.
Contribute to the provision of equitable, high-quality services for patients in the locality.
Help support the integration across primary, secondary and tertiary care services.
Maintain an interest in national research initiatives and disseminate appropriate information to health professionals if asked to do so.
Ensure all care is evidence-based using up to date validated literature.
Contribute to research and development programmes were required to improve clinical practice.
Education and Training
Provide professional advice /support to health care professionals within the Primary health care team
Following identified training needs, participate in training and facilitation of other practice nurses & healthcare assistants.
Provide mentorship and guidance for healthcare assistants
Participate in partnership programmes of awareness raising, detection and prevention of chronic diseases.
Maintain a level of expertise in specific chronic disease management (when appropriate) and other pertinent areas of health care, and seek to develop new and improved skills.
Advise members of the public on the concepts of health promotion, education, prevention and protection
Seek out new knowledge of nursing and health by reading, enquiring and partaking in the continuous education programme.
Take responsibility for personal development and education including in-service training.
Direct, supervise and help mentor nurses and healthcare assistants in the clinical setting.
Actively participate in multidisciplinary education and training.
Monitor and maintain consistency of professional standards and take appropriate action if standards are not met.
Maintain professional development by attending relevant courses and study days to keep abreast of current knowledge and developments.
Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Communication
Maintain communication and liaise with other disciplines across primary, secondary and tertiary care services as and when necessary
Contribute to and work effectively within the primary care team
Assist in clinical audit and the setting and monitoring of standards of care.
Maintain accurate patient records
Advise and support other members of the team aiming towards common objectives.
Typical employers of practice nurses
Health Centres
Clinics
GP surgeries
Key skills for Practice Nurses
Good health and fitness
Flexible and adaptable
Excellent teamwork skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Well organised
Ability to take an initiative
Resilience
Stamina
Management of risk
Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients
Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs are undertaken. Where appropriate, oversee the monitoring, stock control and documentation of controlled drug use according to legal requirements
Undertake mandatory and statutory training
Apply infection control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines
Apply policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all
Participate in the local implementation strategies that are aligned with the values and culture of general practice
Records And Information
Use technology as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring, presenting and communicating information
Review and process data using accurate Read codes about patients in order to ensure easy and accurate retrieval for monitoring and audit processes
Manage information searches using the internet and local library databases, for example, the retrieval of relevant information for patients on their condition
Understand own and other’s responsibility to the individual organisation regarding the Freedom of Information Act
Collate, analyse and present clinical data and information to the team using appropriate charts and/or graphs to enhance care
Confidentiality
In the course of their duties, the practice nurse will have access to confidential information relating to patients, their carers and relatives and colleagues within and outside the practice. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business. All such information from any source whatsoever will be treated as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, their carers and relatives and colleagues within and outside the practice and in relation to the practice as a business will only be shared in accordance with the practice’s Confidentiality Policy, the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act and in such a way that personal and sensitive patient-identifiable data is protected.
Equality and diversity
Identify patterns of discrimination and take action to overcome this and promote diversity and equality of opportunity
Enable others to promote equality and diversity in a non-discriminatory culture
Support people who need assistance in exercising their rights
Monitor and evaluate adherence to local chaperoning policies
Act as a role model in the observance of equality and diversity good practice
Accept the rights of individuals to choose their care providers, participate in care and refuse care
Assist patients from marginalised groups to access quality care
Other Duties Of Practice Nurse
The practice nurse may, from time-to-time, be asked to undertake other reasonable duties, with appropriate training. It is important that all members of staff are prepared to undertake additional or relinquish current duties to maintain service delivery to patients. It is expected that requests from the Partners will not be unreasonably refused.
Practice Nurse Programmes:
Practice Nurse programmes can be found in the following links:
Online Practice Nurse Courses can be carried out, these are very far in between and recommend that you go with a qualification that is hands-on and practical.
Locum Meds also recommend that you choose a course which has the V300 Independent Prescribing qualification (Independent and Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing) incorporated within the course, or you can study this qualification alongside Nurse Practitioner qualifications, make sure you achieve a V300 Independent Prescribing qualification as this will determine your prescribing rights as shown on the NMC website for each individual nurse.
The level of training required to become a Nurse depends on the type of nursing certification one is pursuing.
Becoming a certified Practical Nurse requires the least amount of training. Many community colleges offer practical nursing certificate programs that take three semesters to complete. Students take courses in human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, psychology, and the practice of nursing, and gain clinical experience in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities.
Registered nurses must complete a two- or three-year diploma or associate degree program in nursing. Students in registered nursing programs take many of the same courses that LPN students take plus additional general education and advanced nursing courses. RN students gain clinical experience through their programs as well.
Though most states require RNs to hold just an associate degree, many prospective and practising RNs earn bachelor’s degrees. In the future, a bachelor’s degree may be the standard for RN education, and some employers today prefer or require one. Many schools offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs. Students in BSN programs gain clinical experience and learn about the human body and nursing practice, but they also develop their critical thinking, decision making, and leadership skills.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nurse Prescriber to join a brand new service based in Barking.
I am currently recruiting on behalf of a friendly service who are looking for an experienced Nurse Prescriber to join their energetic, enthusiastic and friendly team on an ongoing basis.
You will be working as part of a wider team of GPs and ANPs within this new service, who’ll be there to support you when necessary.
Even though this is a full-time position, this exciting opportunity will offer flexibility on days and hours to fit around your personal situation.
This is an opportunity not to be missed.
Desired Qualifications
Nurse Prescriber will be RGN/NMC qualified (essential)
Prescriber V300 qualification (essential)
GP Practice experience
An Independent prescriber qualification
Skills in Minor Illness / Injury
Treatment room skills
Training can be provided for the right candidate
Will need to provide evidence of previous aesthetic experience
Qualities
Excellent cross-sales & upgrade sales ability
Friendly and personable, excellent communication skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to maintain and monitor high standards of care
A positive ‘can do’ attitude
Locum Nurse Prescriber Salary Package
Very competitive salary and OTE
Commission on treatments, commission on skincare sales
High hourly rates for Part-time
Please contact us today to find out more.
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What is Nurse Prescriber:
Independent nurse prescribers are nurses who have successfully completed an NMC Independent Nurse Prescribing Course (also known as v200 or v300 courses). They are able to prescribe any medicine provided it is in their competency to do so. This includes medicines and products listed in the BNF, unlicensed medicines and all controlled drugs in schedules two – five.
Nurse Prescriber: salary / Pay
The salary of a non-medical independent Nurse Prescriber varies depending upon the following; Hours worked, experience, Education, how eager the organisation are in your skills, references, reputation, location, the list goes on…
Locum Meds have years of experience in accurately determining your pay rate, give us a call today to discuss either what you should be getting paid or what you should be paying a prospective or current employee.
Independent Nurse Prescriber Job Description:
Provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and the other members of the centre’s team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced registered nurse and in addition, any roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training.
Clinical Practice
Assist with the organisation and coordination of the provision of nursing services for the practice.
Provide nursing treatment to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently agreed to protocols, including cervical smears.
Provide general and specific health screening to the practice patients (within the agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary.
Be competent in the administration of childhood immunisation and travel vaccination. • Be competent and confident in managing people with long-term health conditions
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis
Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate)
Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and nondrug-based treatment methods into a management plan
Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with the evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within the scope of practice
Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions
Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including the initiation of effective emergency care
Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care.
Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children
Meet the needs of patients presenting for opportunistic wound care
Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
Delivering a quality service
Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality
Deliver care according to NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care
In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate
Evaluate patients’ response to healthcare provision and the effectiveness of care
Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation
Administrative and professional responsibilities
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team.
Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role model
Support staff development in order to maximise potential
Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice
Take a lead role in planning and implementing changes in the area of care and responsibility • Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards
Create clear referral mechanisms to meet patient need
Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team
Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery
Discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care
Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded adequately on the computer.
Ensure acute completion of all necessary documentation associated with the patient healthcare and registration of the practice.
Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and ad hoc reports.
Assist in the formulation of practical philosophy, strategy and policy.
Maintain a notice board in the waiting area designated for patient healthcare education.
Communication and key working relationships
Director of Clinical Services/Deputy Director of Clinical Services
Head of GPLHC
Local Medical Director
GP’s and Nursing team
Patient Services Manager
Receptionists
The independent nurse prescriber post holder must maintain good working relationships with all personnel working within the Walk-in centre and the personnel working within the partnership practice. They must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all times.
Professional Development
Maintain continuing education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development.
Disseminate learning and information gained by other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (eg courses and conferences
Assess own learning needs and undertake to learn as appropriate
Provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning
General Responsibilities Of Nurse Prescriber
Staff must behave in a professional and discreet manner at all times.
Patient and professional confidentiality is of prime importance. Any breach of confidentiality can result in immediate suspension/dismissal.
Appropriate attire must be worn at all times in line with practice policy.
Full details of conditions of employment are shown in the contract of employment.
Nurse Independent Prescriber Job Requirements
Registered General Nurse
Membership of a professional body
To work in accordance with the UKCC Code of Conduct
Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise workloads
Excellent communication skills
Good sense of humour
Ability to motivate the nursing team
Other Duties Of Nurse Prescriber role
The non-medical independent Nurse prescriber may, from time-to-time, be asked to undertake other reasonable duties, with appropriate training. It is important that all members of staff are prepared to undertake additional or relinquish current duties to maintain service delivery to patients. It is expected that requests from the Partners will not be unreasonably refused.
Nurse prescriber Courses and Programmes:
Nurse prescriber programmes can be found in the following links:
Online non-medical Nurse prescriber courses can be carried out, these are very far in between and recommend that you go with a qualification that is hands-on and practical.
Locum Meds also recommend that you choose a course which has the V300 Independent Prescribing qualification (Independent nurse prescriber and Supplementary Non-Medical nurse prescriber) incorporated within the course, or you can study this qualification alongside Nurse Practitioner qualifications, make sure you achieve a V300 Independent Prescribing qualification as this will determine your prescribing rights as shown on the NMC website for each individual nurse.
Pharmacists can attain two types of prescribing qualification: independent and supplementary. Independent prescribers, or non-medical independent nurse prescriber (NMPs), are in a position to give patients timely access to medicines and are ideally placed to optimise and individualise treatment. The NMP takes responsibility for the clinical assessment of the patient, including establishing a diagnosis and prescribing the necessary medicines. Supplementary prescribing, on the other hand, is a voluntary partnership between a doctor or dentist and a supplementary prescriber, who can prescribe medicines within an agreed patient-specific clinical management plan with the patient’s agreement
