Practice Nurse/Nurse Prescriber

Due to a growing list size, we are looking for a full-time Practice Nurse/Nurse Prescriber to join our enthusiastic, friendly and well-established nursing team. We are a progressive thinking training practice with a great team ethos and a committed and supportive Primary Health Care Team.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of general practice nursing to the whole practice population. The focus of the role is both the delivery of evidence-based practice for patients presenting with a long-term condition, and the provision of nursing and preventative health care to the practice population. As an autonomous practitioner the nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making in the management of patients. They will work collaboratively within the general practice team to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of policy and procedures.
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, self-directed practitioner with a minimum 2 years post-registration experience and at least 1 year recent primary and community nursing experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in management of long-term conditions and involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines. Experience of minor injury is desirable.
We are a 7 doctor training practice affiliated to both the Banbury and Northampton schemes. We have a well-established and experienced Nursing Team comprising of 3 Nurse Practitioners, 2 Health Care Assistants and a Phlebotomist as well as a large Administrative Team.
We are part of the Brackley and Towcester Primary Care Network. Through the PCN, we have introduced Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physios, Mental Health Worker and Social Prescribers to the Practice.
Our practice ethos is one of building a happy cohesive team with ample opportunity for individual development for all members, and in doing so, providing excellent patient care.
* CQC rating- Good
* High QOF achievement
* Purpose built building undergoing expansion
* EMIS Web system
* Competitive salary, depending on experience
* 5 weeks annual leave pro rata

Please send your CV and a covering letter to: Mrs Hayley Willingham, Practice Manager, Springfield Surgery, Springfield Way, Brackley, Northants, NN13 6JJ. Or email her at Hayley.willingham1@nhs.net if you have any questions regarding the post.