Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the practice nurse. There may be on occasion a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Develop, implement and embed health promotion and well-being programmes

b. Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients

c. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects on patients health

d. Provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical-based evidence, NICE and the NSF

e. Request pathology services as necessary

f. Process pathology results as required

g. Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

h. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

i. Ensure read codes are used effectively

j. Maintain chronic disease registers

k. Chaperone patients where necessary

l. Assist GPs with minor surgery when required

m. Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

n. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

o. Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

p. Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

q. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

r. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

s. Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

t. Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

u. Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

v. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of working as a practice nurse
• Experience of chronic disease management

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Postgraduate diploma or degree (Primary Care)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Buxted Medical Centre

Address

Framfield Road

Buxted

East Sussex

TN22 5FD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.buxtedandeasthoathlymedicalcentres.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Dispenser. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

To dispense prescription medication and other medical products to patients under direction of lead GP.

Counts pills, labels bottles and boxed medications to prepare prescriptions for patients as directed as per dispensing SOPs.

Perform administrative duties, including answering phones, receiving and inputting prescription orders, procuring stock and handling monies.

Gather, organise, and assess patient information.

Supply patients with information and education on their prescriptions.

Monitor the prescription-filling process to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and pharmacy policies.

Liaise with healthcare providers and patients to obtain correct prescription information.

Answer patients' questions about their medications under the supervision of the GP.

Date check stock and dispose of returned medication in accordance with regulations and pharmacy policies.

Place orders for additional drugs as directed.

Maintain electronic patient information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)
• GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths at Grade C or above

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary
• Experience working with the general public/patients

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Broad knowledge of General Practice

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS knowledge
• Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedure

Desirable

• Capable of managing payments (invoices, cash etc)
• Ability to effectively manage stock, including ordering, rotation, disposal etc.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Buxted Medical Centre

Address

Buxted Medical Centre

Framfield Road

Uckfield

East Sussex

TN22 5FD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.buxtedandeasthoathlymedicalcentres.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)