Qualified Nurses – Refuah Medical Centre (RMC)

Refuah Medical Centre (“RMC”) is a brand new private outpatient medical centre built over two floors of the Brenner Centre in Stamford Hill. The purpose of the centre is to provide a local urgent care and minor ailments facility for the local community. There is a burgeoning demand for high quality, purpose-built, medical care facilities in the area with an acute shortage of GP coverage and urgent care provision by the NHS. RMC intends to fill the gap in the market and provide an all-in-one facility. The centre consists of:

• a private GP practice with GPs and resident specialist medical consultants. The Practice consists of four consulting rooms including an ultra-sound facility;
• a private minor injuries unit (MIU) staffed by a doctor and nursing staff. The unit consists of four consulting rooms, a plaster room and an Xray unit.

We’re looking for someone who has the drive, skills and experience to join our team and who together will establish this centre as a successful innovative private practice.

JOB SUMMARY

You will act as an autonomous practitioner working independently and in conjunction with other health care professionals to assess, diagnose and treat the conditions of patients attending the RMC. You will provide expert professional advice to patients, carers and colleagues and ensure the maintenance of clinical excellence within the RMC.

DETAILS

We are looking for multiple candidates to ensure we can cover all of our opening times (7 days/week early till late). We can accommodate full-time, part-time and freelance candidates to ensure we achieve this, making this a really flexible opportunity. The role is based at our premises at RMC location of 91-93 Stamford Hill, London, N16 5TP.

All nurses will be expected to take part in shift work to cover all the opening times of the practice. You will report to the UC Doctor.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and triage patients with urgent and minor injuries, providing prompt and appropriate care.
• Independently manage a wide range of minor injuries, such as sprains, fractures, cuts, and burns.
• Initiate and manage treatment plans, including wound care, suturing, and splinting.
• Prescribe and administer medication, treatments, and interventions as required, following established protocols and guidelines.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Gather health histories, perform physical examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Provide patient education on injury prevention, self-care, and follow-up care.
• Maintain and document accurate and thorough patient records adhering to regulatory standards and best practices.
• Notify UC Doctor about unusual or unexpected events or problems.
• Effectively communicate with diverse populations, including physicians, employees, patients, and families.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of evidence-based policies and procedures.
• Maintain continued professional development suitable to the role.
• Communicate effectively with other team members, patients and carers.
• Line manage junior nurses and staff if required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education and Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing
• Hold a current NMC Registration
• Leadership qualification
• ENB99 Non-medical prescribing qualification

Previous Work Experience

• Worked within an urgent care or minor injuries unit role for at least 5 years
• Willingness to take responsibility and work with all staff
• >5 years nursing experience
• Previous experience in NHS or practice environment
• Experience in minor injuries

Knowledge

• Advanced clinical skills in managing minor injuries, including the ability to assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of conditions
• Proficient in performing procedures such as wound care, suturing, and splinting
• Knowledge of general practice Health Care
• Knowledge of CQC legislations
• Experienced in using practice management software
• Fully conversant with relevant Microsoft Office Packages

Personal Skills / Aptitudes

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to build rapport with patients and family members
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Capable of maintaining concise and accurate confidential records and documentation
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Willingness to develop skills by undertaking work related training as appropriate

Personal Qualities

• Maintains an appropriate and up to date CPD in line with the RCN guidance
• Self-motivated and ability to motivate team members
• Dynamic individual who can work on their own initiative
• Flexible to challenging demands of a busy service
• Able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with partners and employees
• Professional approach at all times
• Good bedside manner

Other

• Reliable attendance and time keeping

For more information and to be personally recommended for this role, please contact melissa@theworkavenue.org.uk

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