Practice Nurse / Nursing Associate (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover)
Merton Lodge Surgery, Alford, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive and Dependent on experience
Contract: Fixed-Term Maternity Cover
Hours and Working Pattern: We are keen to attract the right candidate and therefore all hours, days, and working patterns will be considered. Whether you are looking for a small number of hours, school-friendly working, specific days, or a full-time position, we would be happy to discuss your requirements.
About Us
Merton Lodge Surgery is a friendly, forward-thinking rural GP practice serving approximately 7,000 patients in the historic market town of Alford, Lincolnshire.
We are a multidisciplinary team comprising GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Nursing Associates, Clinical Pharmacists, Paramedics, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, and an experienced administrative team. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality patient care whilst maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment.
The Role
We are seeking a qualified, experienced and motivated Practice Nurse or Nursing Associate to join our team on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover.
This role is suited to a nurse who is already experienced in primary care and is confident managing patients with long-term conditions and chronic disease. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care and preventative healthcare services.
Main Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to undertake a range of nursing duties, including:
- Long-term condition reviews and chronic disease management.
- Management of patients with diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
- Health promotion and preventative care.
- Vaccinations and immunisations.
- Supporting QOF achievement and population health initiatives.
- Working collaboratively within the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
Nurse applicants may also undertake:
- Cervical cytology - not essential for this post.
- Contraceptive services (where appropriately trained).
- Additional enhanced nursing services.
Essential Requirements of Nurse Applicants
- Registered Nurse or Nurse Associate with current NMC registration.
- Previous experience working within General Practice or Primary Care.
- Fully competent in managing long-term conditions and chronic disease reviews.
- Experience managing patients with diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
- Competent in vaccinations and immunisations.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Nursing Associate Applicants
- Registered Nursing Associate with current NMC registration.
- Previous experience working within General Practice or Primary Care.
- Experience supporting long-term condition management within a primary care setting.
- Competent in undertaking chronic disease reviews within scope of practice.
- Experience in vaccinations, phlebotomy, and health promotion.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Experience using SystmOne.
- Additional chronic disease management qualifications.
- Experience supporting QOF delivery and quality improvement initiatives.
What We Offer
- NHS Pension Scheme.
- Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A friendly and inclusive working environment.
- The opportunity to make a real difference within a rural community practice.
Interested?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy Denman, Practice Manager.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Apply today with your CV and covering letter via Indeed.com or to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
