Practice Nurse CV-Library Practice Nurse

Scienceabode; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is currently looking for an experienced Practice Nurse to conduct spirometry clinics in Nottingham. The role involves delivering high-quality assessments, managing respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD, and working autonomously in a supportive GP surgery. This position offers flexible shifts, a £30/hour rate, and a £250 welcome bonus after 150 hours worked. Ideal candidates will hold an NMC registration and demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Benefits

£250 Welcome Bonus

Flexible ad hoc shifts

Supportive primary care environment

Qualifications

• Competency in performing and interpreting spirometry is essential.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills required.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage clinic time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive spirometry testing in compliance with clinical guidelines.
• Prepare patients and explain testing procedures clearly.
• Maintain spirometry equipment accurately and perform testing accordingly.
• Record and interpret results, reporting significant findings to the GP.
• Provide lifestyle advice including smoking cessation and inhaler techniques.

Skills

Spirometry testing

Patient education

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Job description

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Practice nurse to run Spirometry Clinics, in Nottingham (NG16).

Rate: £30 LTD p/h — PAYE option available
Location: Nottingham (NG16)
Shifts: Ad Hoc / Flexible Clinics
Contract: Locum
System: EMIS

We are currently seeking an experienced Practice Nurse to support respiratory clinics in the Nottingham (NG16) area. This is an excellent opportunity for an autonomous nurse with spirometry experience who is looking for flexible work within a friendly GP Surgery.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality respiratory assessment and monitoring services to patients, supporting the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive spirometry testing in accordance with ARTP (Association for Respiratory Technology & Physiology) and BTS (British Thoracic Society) guidelines.
• Prepare patients for testing by explaining the procedure clearly, ensuring informed consent, and identifying any contraindications.
• Calibrate and maintain spirometry equipment daily to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Perform pre- and post-bronchodilator spirometry where clinically indicated, following infection control and safety protocols.
• Record and interpret results accurately, identifying normal and abnormal readings, and reporting significant findings to the GP or respiratory lead.
• Assist in the diagnosis, management, and monitoring of patients with asthma, COPD, and other respiratory diseases.
• Support recall and review processes, contributing to QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) respiratory targets.
• Provide lifestyle and self-management advice, including smoking cessation, inhaler technique checks, and education on respiratory health.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, ensuring data is coded and uploaded correctly.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Competency in performing and interpreting spirometry (recent experience essential)
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage clinic time effectively

Benefits

• £250 Welcome Bonus – after 150hrs paid
• PAYE option available
• Flexible ad hoc shifts
• Supportive primary care environment

Interested?
Send your CV to (url removed) or contact us today on (phone number removed) to discuss available shifts in Nottingham and surrounding areas

£30/hour Flexible shifts

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