Job summary Working in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, the post-holder will collaborate with the nursing team in the provision of assessment, treatment, screening and advice to patients. The post-holder will have the required level of training and competence and will work within patient group directions where these are available. A nurse with prescribing qualifications will use them appropriately within their own competencies only. The post holder will endeavour to implement the practice ethos by encouraging a working environment that promotes healthy, safe and effective work outcomes. To also be a team player and advocate within the MDT where necessary. Main duties of the job The general roles include but are not limited to the following: Wound care assessment and management Ear syringing Venepuncture. Pathology samples send to the pathology laboratory and/or test as appropriate in the surgery. ECG Hypertension management Child and adult immunisations Vaccinations: b12, hormone injections, NHS travel vaccinations Screening - e.g. cervical cytology, new patient registration health checks. Health education and advice e.g. smoking, alcohol, weight, diet, drugs, head lice, verrucas. Telephone advice and support as appropriate. About us The Parks Medical Practice is a well established four sites (3 rural and 1 urban), dispensing and training (GP Registrars, FY-2 Drs and Medical and Nursing students) practice. We have circa 22500 patients, cared for by an effective, dedicated, and comprehensive primary healthcare team, which includes GPs, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacist, Social Prescriber, Physiotherapist, Paramedic and Reception / Administration team. The Practice has a well-established service providing Community Surgery Services, Non-Scalpel Vasectomies, Carpal Tunnel Decompression, and joint injections in addition to usual lumps & bumps under NHS and Privately. We are part of the ParkWood Primary Care Network (PCN) working collaboratively with Denton Village Surgery and Wootton Surgery. Details Date posted 15 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A5452-25-0013 Job locations Health Centre 1 Western Drive Hanslope Milton Keynes MK19 7LA Job description Job responsibilities Assess and treat patients with a range of health needs across the practice population Work with the wider nursing team to change policies and improve health and well-being and reduce health inequalities Contribute to the improvement of services offered by the practice nursing team Contribute to the team in quality assurance, development and clinical governance. To take responsibility for own learning needs that are identified as relevant to the job role. Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate Off cover where possible and being flexible with your approach. Notifying themanager of any holidays and of any problems immediately Be familiar with the areas of the surgery computer system that they are required to use in order to carry out their duties Be polite and helpful at all times even under duress. Attend team meetings and other meetings relevant to their job. Maintain high levels of personal cleanliness and hygiene in a clinical environment. The nurse will be have a range of clinical skills developed through experience and will be competent to deal with the general nursing care of the patients in the surgery according to practice policy and protocols and to refer to the GP as appropriate. These duties to include: Wound care assessment and management Ear syringing Venepuncture. Pathology samples send to the pathology laboratory and/or test as appropriate in the surgery. ECG Hypertension management Child and adult immunisations Vaccinations. Screening - e.g. cervical cytology, new patient registration health checks. Health education and advice e.g. smoking, alcohol, weight, diet, drugs, head lice, verrucas. Telephone advice and support as appropriate. Desirable: The nurse will be able to manage the nursing care of those patients with chronic disease; Diabetes Asthma Hypertension COPD Job description Job responsibilities Assess and treat patients with a range of health needs across the practice population Work with the wider nursing team to change policies and improve health and well-being and reduce health inequalities Contribute to the improvement of services offered by the practice nursing team Contribute to the team in quality assurance, development and clinical governance. To take responsibility for own learning needs that are identified as relevant to the job role. Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate Off cover where possible and being flexible with your approach. Notifying themanager of any holidays and of any problems immediately Be familiar with the areas of the surgery computer system that they are required to use in order to carry out their duties Be polite and helpful at all times even under duress. Attend team meetings and other meetings relevant to their job. Maintain high levels of personal cleanliness and hygiene in a clinical environment. The nurse will be have a range of clinical skills developed through experience and will be competent to deal with the general nursing care of the patients in the surgery according to practice policy and protocols and to refer to the GP as appropriate. These duties to include: Wound care assessment and management Ear syringing Venepuncture. Pathology samples send to the pathology laboratory and/or test as appropriate in the surgery. ECG Hypertension management Child and adult immunisations Vaccinations. Screening - e.g. cervical cytology, new patient registration health checks. Health education and advice e.g. smoking, alcohol, weight, diet, drugs, head lice, verrucas. Telephone advice and support as appropriate. Desirable: The nurse will be able to manage the nursing care of those patients with chronic disease; Diabetes Asthma Hypertension COPD Person Specification Experience Essential Candidate must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and have a valid NMC number Desirable Chronic illness training/knowledge: Diabetes Asthma Hypertension COPD Qualifications Essential Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care. Candidate must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Desirable Phlebotomy qualification. Cytology qualification. Chronic disease management. Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to provide quality care Good interpersonal and communication skills Desirable Basic IT skills: systmone practice Person Specification Experience Essential Candidate must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and have a valid NMC number Desirable Chronic illness training/knowledge: Diabetes Asthma Hypertension COPD Qualifications Essential Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care. Candidate must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Desirable Phlebotomy qualification. Cytology qualification. Chronic disease management. Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to provide quality care Good interpersonal and communication skills Desirable Basic IT skills: systmone practice 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). Additional information 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 Parks Medical Practice Address Health Centre 1 Western Drive Hanslope Milton Keynes MK19 7LA Employer's website https://www.theparksmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name The Parks Medical Practice Address Health Centre 1 Western Drive Hanslope Milton Keynes MK19 7LA Employer's website https://www.theparksmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Health Centre, Hanslope, MK19 7LA Milton Keynes, United Kingdom