Practice Nurse – Salisbury

Job Title: Practice Nurse
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Flexible working hours available

Job Summary:
A well-established and friendly GP practice in Salisbury is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join their dynamic healthcare team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population, providing a range of clinical services in a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting patient assessments, including chronic disease management, wound care, immunizations, and family planning services.
• Performing routine health checks, such as blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, and health screenings.
• Administering vaccinations and injections, including travel immunizations and childhood vaccines.
• Supporting patients with long-term conditions, providing advice and management for conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Offering lifestyle advice to patients, including smoking cessation, weight management, and healthy living.
• Collaborating with GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and coordinated patient care.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with practice policies and procedures.
• Participating in clinical audits and contributing to the continuous improvement of services.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
• Previous experience working in a primary care or general practice setting is desirable.
• Proficient in chronic disease management, wound care, and immunizations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
• A commitment to delivering high standards of patient care and promoting health and well-being.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with electronic patient records and IT systems used in healthcare.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment within a well-regarded GP practice.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A chance to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of the Salisbury community.

Please call David on 02079527641 to discuss the role!