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In Sunderland, we have a vision to develophealthcare thats fit for the future.Sunderland GP Alliance, a non-for-profit organisation owned by thecitys GPs and representing over 250,000 patients, is part of that vision. Over the last few years, we have strived toimprove services for patients and staff, developing and implementing ambulatoryECG, the management of post-bariatric services in the community, decisionmaking and referral support software for GPs, a clinical pharmacy service forthirteen member practices, and post discharge clinics that reduce theadministration burden on surgeries. We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic practicenurse with a strong team ethos to join our team to further enhance our nursingcomplement. The candidate will also have the potential to develop their skills,lead on clinical areas and support teaching and training if desired. Weuse EMISWEB as our clinical information system. Main duties of the jobThe focus of thisrole will be the development and implementation of processes and care for theeffective management of patients with long term conditions, utilising evidencebased practice and promoting self-care for these patients. The post holder willhave a significant role to play in leading further quality improvementprocesses with the rest of the clinical team. There will also bethe requirement for the post holder to the deliver general practice nursing andpreventative health care to the practice population. As an autonomouspractitioner the nurse is responsible for the care they deliver, demonstratingcritical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making for the optimummanagement of patients. They will work collaboratively within the practice teamto meet the needs of patients, support the development and delivery of policyand implementation of procedures. All our PracticeNurses are expected to be passionate about the service they provide, activelyengage in their own and team development and act with integrity and compassionat all times. They will lead by example with particular reference to promotingexcellence in preventative healthcare, communication with patients, equalityand diversity and patient confidentiality. About usSunderland GP Alliance Medical Practice is one Practice which operates over 4 sites (Galleries, Barmston, Silksworth and South Hylton). We pride ourselves in providing a supportive and motivating environment for our staff and believe that getting our work-life balance right, creates a happy, healthy and creative team Job responsibilitiesPractice Responsibilities Contributesto the evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting with colleagues. Recordsdata in patient records systems promptly and accurately and to agreedstandards. Ensuresappropriate use of read codes. Participatesin the auditing of practice activity as required. Responsiblefor health and safety of themselves and others and actively co-operates with Health and Safety Policies and procedures. Processesand actions incoming patient and hospital correspondence. Attendsin-house meetings, significant event audit meetings and other meetings asdeemed necessary. Ensuresthat the practice complaints system is adhered to at all times. Awarenessand compliance with all relevant guidelines e.g. data protection,confidentiality and health and safety. Maintaincurrent CPR and anaphylaxis certification and child/adult safeguarding trainingin line with local policies. Training &Development Fullyparticipates in training and development Engagesin a programme of ongoing support and feedback to maximise the benefit of thetraining and development plan. Confidentiality In the course of seekingtreatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitiveinformation in relation to their health. They do so in confidence and have theright to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. Information relating to patients,carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practicemay only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policiesand procedures relating to confidentiality, and the protection of personal andsensitive data. Health & Safety The post-holder will assist inpromoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security asdefined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy to include: Identifyingthe risk involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a waythat manages those risks. Usingappropriate infection control procedures particularly those relating toneedlestick injuries, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and freefrom hazards. Ensuringthat all accidents or dangerous accidents are reported and investigated, andfollow up action taken where necessary. Maintaintraining in line with local policies. Applicable to Practice Staff includingGPs and nurses. Equality and Diversity The post-holder will support thequality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues to include: Actingin a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting themin a way that is consistent with current legislation. Respectingthe privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. Behavingin a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental andrespects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights. Quality The post-holder will strive tomaintain quality within the Practice, and will: Alertthe Practice Manager / Lead Nurse GP or other team members to issues of qualityand risk. Assessown performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly orunder supervision. Contributeto the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities andmaking suggestions on ways to improve and enhanced the teams performance. Workeffectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs. Effectivelymanage own time, workload and resources. Communication The post-holder should recognisethe importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicateeffectively with other team members. Communicateeffectively with patients and carers. Recognisepeoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respondaccordingly. The employer isSunderland GP Alliance and the post-holder is expected to comply with theAlliances employment policies and procedures Person SpecificationPersonal QualitiesPolite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort ExperienceExperience of working in a primary care environment Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Experience of chronic disease management OtherFlexibility to work outside core office hours Occupational Health clearance NMC registration active Car Driver QualificationsNMC Registration Postgraduate diploma or degree (Primary Care) Non-Medical Prescribing Clinical Skills Primary Care Clinical Knowledge and SkillsVenepuncture Asthma CHD Diabetes Infection Control Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel) Womens health (Cervical cytology, contraception etc.) Understands the importance of evidence-based practice Broad knowledge of clinical governance Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and to understand when to refer to GPs Knowledge of health promotion strategies Understands the requirement for PGDs and associated policy ECGs New patient medicals Chaperone procedure Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Awareness of issues within the wider health arena Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.#J-18808-Ljbffr