Are you an experienced Practice Nurse looking for a new challenge in a friendly and supportive primary care environment?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and confident Registered Practice Nurse to join our team on a permanent, part-time basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who enjoys the variety of general practice, has a passion for chronic disease management and is confident undertaking autonomous clinical assessments.
What will the role involve?
- Independent telephone triage and clinical assessment, with the ability to arrange face-to-face appointments with a Practice Nurse, Advanced Nurse Practitioner or GP when clinically appropriate.
- Chronic disease management, including diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension.
- Immunisations and vaccination programmes.
- Cervical screening and women’s health.
- Wound care and treatment room procedures.
- Health promotion and preventative healthcare.
- Venepuncture, ECGs and other general nursing duties.
Who are we looking for?
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Have previous experience working within primary care or general practice.
- Have experience in chronic disease management.
- Be confident undertaking independent telephone triage and clinical decision-making within their professional scope of practice.
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Be confident working autonomously, including lone working.
- Hold a full, valid driving licence, as the role will involve working across two practice sites.
- Be flexible, approachable and passionate about delivering excellent patient care.
What we offer
- A permanent position for 16 hours per week (two days).
- Negotiable working days.
- Salary of £36,911 – £50,775 FTE, depending on skills and experience, pro rata for part-time hours.
- A friendly and supportive practice team.
- A varied and rewarding role with opportunities to develop your skills.
To apply for this role please contact Helen Elder at helen.elder2@nhs.scot