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- Req#: A5319-25-0007?language=en&page=431&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Essential criteria
- Registered nurse. Minimum 2 years post registration. Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Evidence of appropriate knowledge base. Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions.
- Desirable criteria
- Computer skills including use of practice systems such as EMIS. Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice in particular the management of COPD, asthma and diabetes. Basic/advanced certificate of life support. Undertaken mentorship training.
- Essential criteria
- Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS. Demonstrate an understanding of audit.
- Desirable criteria
- General Practice experience Awareness of the QOF guidelines. Understanding of health and safety issues.
- Essential criteria
- Willingness to accept additional responsibilities, Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills. Good team player. Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively. Ability to work core hours, Flexibility for cover and working within Network Standard Hours
- Desirable criteria
- Uses own initiative and gets on well with people at all levels. Full Driving licence and car/transport Membership of a professional body
- Essential criteria
- Registered nurse. Minimum 2 years post registration. Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Evidence of appropriate knowledge base. Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions.
- Desirable criteria
- Computer skills including use of practice systems such as EMIS. Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice in particular the management of COPD, asthma and diabetes. Basic/advanced certificate of life support. Undertaken mentorship training.
- Essential criteria
- Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS. Demonstrate an understanding of audit.
- Desirable criteria
- General Practice experience Awareness of the QOF guidelines. Understanding of health and safety issues.
- Essential criteria
- Willingness to accept additional responsibilities, Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills. Good team player. Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively. Ability to work core hours, Flexibility for cover and working within Network Standard Hours
- Desirable criteria
- Uses own initiative and gets on well with people at all levels. Full Driving licence and car/transport Membership of a professional body
Job summary
Job overview
Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic practice nurse with an interest in chronic disease management to join our existing nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse to help us to develop personalised care for patients with Asthma, COPD and Diabetes.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for delivering on our ambition to safely provide high quality primary health care in a clinically determined timely fashion, delivered by well trained staff who are proud to work here, committed to patient care and promoting health and wellbeing.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in a GP practice setting. You will be caring and compassionate, and will share our commitment to delivering high quality clinical care within a true learning and development environment. You will ideally be experienced in delivering chronic disease management clinics and have undertaken additional training in the management of asthma, COPD and/or diabetes along with wound care management. However, we would be willing to support training of an individual who is keen to develop and there will be a period of overlap with our practice nurse, to provide mentoring and training if required.
About us
Overview of your organisation
The Wellcome Practice was created by the merger of Orchard Practice and Maple Practice in April 2022. We have a registered population of around 11,400 patients.
Our vision is to be a forward thinking, well respected and trusted practice, recognised for providing excellent safe clinical care and promoting health and wellbeing. We aim to develop and deliver our services according to our core values:
- Respect
- Compassion and Empathy
- Integrity and Courage
- Commitment and Responsibility
- Learning and Development
We are a training practice and are invested in developing our multi-disciplinary clinical and non-clinical team. We are actively involved at a leadership level in the PCN, the Dartford Gravesham and Swanley Health Care Partnership and at a Kent and Medway level, providing opportunities for joint working, learning, sharing and innovation.
Details
Date posted
18 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5319-25-0007
Job locations
Dartford West Health Centre
Tower Road
Dartford
DA1 2HA
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB TITLE: Practice Nurse (job share welcomed)
REPORTS TO: The Partners
HOURS: 18-25.5 hours Per Week
JOB SUMMARY
Undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care / treatment in conjunction with GPs according to practice policy, protocols etc. Strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs. Chronic Disease management is an essential part of the role. Knowledge of the GMS contract, e.g. The Quality and Outcomes Framework, LES/DES is a vital element of the post.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional Responsibilities
Assist GP's to help deliver effective implementation of management of pts with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes framework.
Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.
Encourage the development of integrated services within Primary Care to include integrated practice based teams and multidisciplinary working.
Promote your own continuing professional development.
Recognise the opportunities for working in partnership with the Primary Health care team.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Clinical: The following skills are desirable but training will be given if required.
Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract, PCN DES and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
Experience in Chronic Disease Management or willingness to undertake training.
Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.
Perform electrocardiography
Undertake simple and complex wound care/ management dressing techniques, including leg ulcer management, Dopplers and compression bandaging.
Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness.
Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
Deliver travel health care, including vaccinations and advice for patients - following appropriate training if required.
Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures.
Ensure that current evidence based approaches to patients are standard practice
Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, should they present at the practice, eg: burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies and asthma attacks.
Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
Research, Audit and Quality
Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC
Contribute to the development of a practice audit strategy and action plan for Primary Care.
Contribute to the provision of equitable, high quality services for patients in the locality.
Help support the integration across primary, secondary and community services.
Maintain an interest in national research initiatives and disseminate appropriate information to health professionals if asked to do so.
Ensure all care is evidence based using up to date validated literature.
Contribute to research and development programmes where required to improve clinical practice. Education and Training
Provide professional advice /support to health care professionals within the Primary health care team
Following identified training needs, participate in training and facilitation of other practice nurses & health care assistants.
Provide mentorship and guidance for health care assistants
Participate in partnership programmes of awareness raising, detection and prevention of chronic diseases.
Seek out new knowledge of nursing and health by reading, enquiring and partaking in continuous education programme.
Take responsibility for personal development and education.
Actively participate in multidisciplinary education and training.
Monitor and maintain consistency of professional standards and take appropriate action if standards are not met.
Maintain professional development by attending relevant courses and study days to keep abreast of current knowledge and developments.
Maintain a level of expertise in specific chronic disease management (when appropriate) and other pertinent areas of health care, and seek to develop new and improved skills.
Advise members of the public on the concepts of health promotion, education, prevention and protection.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Completing all mandatory training modules as specified by the Organisation Quality
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Asses own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication
Maintain communication and liaise with other disciplines across primary, secondary and community services as and when necessary
Contribute to and work effectively within the primary care team
Assist in clinical audit and the setting and monitoring of standards of care.
Maintain accurate patient records
Advise and support other members of the team aiming towards common objectives.
COMPETENCE
You are responsible for limiting your actions to those, which you feel competent to undertake. If you have any doubts about your competence during the course of your duties you should immediately speak to the Lead Clinician in the first instance.
REGISTERED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
Maintain registration with NMC/Medical Indemnity provided by the Organisation.
Job responsibilities
JOB TITLE: Practice Nurse (job share welcomed)
REPORTS TO: The Partners
HOURS: 18-25.5 hours Per Week
JOB SUMMARY
Undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care / treatment in conjunction with GPs according to practice policy, protocols etc. Strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs. Chronic Disease management is an essential part of the role. Knowledge of the GMS contract, e.g. The Quality and Outcomes Framework, LES/DES is a vital element of the post.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional Responsibilities
Assist GP's to help deliver effective implementation of management of pts with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes framework.
Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.
Encourage the development of integrated services within Primary Care to include integrated practice based teams and multidisciplinary working.
Promote your own continuing professional development.
Recognise the opportunities for working in partnership with the Primary Health care team.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Clinical: The following skills are desirable but training will be given if required.
Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract, PCN DES and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
Experience in Chronic Disease Management or willingness to undertake training.
Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.
Perform electrocardiography
Undertake simple and complex wound care/ management dressing techniques, including leg ulcer management, Dopplers and compression bandaging.
Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness.
Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
Deliver travel health care, including vaccinations and advice for patients - following appropriate training if required.
Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures.
Ensure that current evidence based approaches to patients are standard practice
Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, should they present at the practice, eg: burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies and asthma attacks.
Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
Research, Audit and Quality
Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC
Contribute to the development of a practice audit strategy and action plan for Primary Care.
Contribute to the provision of equitable, high quality services for patients in the locality.
Help support the integration across primary, secondary and community services.
Maintain an interest in national research initiatives and disseminate appropriate information to health professionals if asked to do so.
Ensure all care is evidence based using up to date validated literature.
Contribute to research and development programmes where required to improve clinical practice. Education and Training
Provide professional advice /support to health care professionals within the Primary health care team
Following identified training needs, participate in training and facilitation of other practice nurses & health care assistants.
Provide mentorship and guidance for health care assistants
Participate in partnership programmes of awareness raising, detection and prevention of chronic diseases.
Seek out new knowledge of nursing and health by reading, enquiring and partaking in continuous education programme.
Take responsibility for personal development and education.
Actively participate in multidisciplinary education and training.
Monitor and maintain consistency of professional standards and take appropriate action if standards are not met.
Maintain professional development by attending relevant courses and study days to keep abreast of current knowledge and developments.
Maintain a level of expertise in specific chronic disease management (when appropriate) and other pertinent areas of health care, and seek to develop new and improved skills.
Advise members of the public on the concepts of health promotion, education, prevention and protection.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Completing all mandatory training modules as specified by the Organisation Quality
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Asses own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication
Maintain communication and liaise with other disciplines across primary, secondary and community services as and when necessary
Contribute to and work effectively within the primary care team
Assist in clinical audit and the setting and monitoring of standards of care.
Maintain accurate patient records
Advise and support other members of the team aiming towards common objectives.
COMPETENCE
You are responsible for limiting your actions to those, which you feel competent to undertake. If you have any doubts about your competence during the course of your duties you should immediately speak to the Lead Clinician in the first instance.
REGISTERED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
Maintain registration with NMC/Medical Indemnity provided by the Organisation.
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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).
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
The Wellcome Practice
Address
Dartford West Health Centre
Tower Road
Dartford
DA1 2HA
Employer's website
https://www.thewellcomepractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Wellcome Practice
Address
Dartford West Health Centre
Tower Road
Dartford
DA1 2HA
Employer's website
https://www.thewellcomepractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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