Job Description

Clinical Skills Long-term condition management:

Asthma (including peak flow readings and spirometry) COPD Diabetes - Reviews including foot checks and care planning Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and CHD Management CKD Management Screening and health checks: BP checks, height, weight, BMI, urinalysis, and smoking status New Patient checks NHS Health Checks Mental Health Reviews Learning Disability Reviews Women's health and family planning: Cervical cytology General family planning services Procedures and wound care: Wound care Suture and clip removal Travel health: Advice and preparation Travel Immunisations NHS Vaccinations and immunisations Additional procedures: Ear syringing Clinical Responsibilities Administer injections under an individualised prescription or PGD Request pathology tests, such as urine cultures and swabs Assist GPs with minor surgery and family planning as required Maintain cold chain procedures to ensure safe storage, rotation, and disposal of vaccines and drugs Infection Prevention and Control Apply infection control measures within the practice in line with local and national guidelines, including: Universal hygiene precautions Collection and handling of laboratory specimens Segregation and disposal of waste materials Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries Managing blood and body fluid spillages Ensuring safe disposal of clinical waste and PPE Support patients and colleagues in adopting effective infection control measures Lead or participate in infection prevention and control audits to maintain high standards Emergency Preparedness Be proficient in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques to respond to emergencies effectively Support the maintenance of emergency equipment (e.g., trolley and drugs) and attend updates as required General Duties Maintain and ensure cleanliness of equipment used by nurses and GPs Stock and rotate items in GP and nurse rooms as needed Chaperone and assist patients during examinations conducted by other clinicians Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of treatment rooms Administrative Tasks Order and manage stock such as: Health Promotion Literature District Hospital supplies The input of information and management of patient vaccination records Participate in administrative systems and ensure accurate documentation of patient medical records following legal and ethical standards Advise management on potential problems or errors within assigned tasks Attend and contribute to Practice meetings as needed Patient Care and Outreach Perform any other delegated duties appropriate to the role Education and Research Participate in research projects within the practice as required Engage in the education and training of students from all disciplines Assist in the induction of practice staff, with particular emphasis on nursing team members Liaison and Professional Development Maintain effective communication with other agencies and staff involved in patient care, ensuring confidentiality is respected Participate in continued education through attendance at courses and study days to support professional development