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The Registered General Nurse (RGN) will provide nursing services at RGN level across all Safetynet teams, as per service demands.
Registered General Nurse (RGN) – Safetynet Services
Safetynet Primary Care Vision
Safetynet Primary Care is a Medical Charity providing services to those in our society in need of health care but without access to appropriate mainstream care. Safetynet innovatively removes barriers by bringing healthcare to homeless people and vulnerable groups in hostels, food halls, addiction services drop-in services and by providing a mobile health service to rough sleepers. Safetynet has developed a significant Migrant Health service providing health assessment screening and GP clinics to vulnerable migrants, refugees, and International Protection Applicants. We advocate for an inclusive health system and work towards integration of our patients' healthcare into mainstream services.
Safetynet Primary Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
General Job Description
The Registered General Nurse (RGN) will provide nursing services at RGN level across all Safetynet teams, as per service demands, including:
* Migrant Health Team (Mobile Health and Screening Unit)
* Homeless Primary Care Team (InReach)
* Mobile Health Unit Outreach (MHU) evenings
The position is primarily based in Amiens Street but involves travel to various locations based on Safetynet patient needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Service Delivery:
* Support clinics by providing support to GPs in adaptable working environments.
* Under the clinical governance of the respective service, provide nursing services to patients, such as cervical check programmes, wound dressings, ear syringing/microsuction, and phlebotomy. Safetynet will support necessary training if required.
* Work with adults and minors.
* Carry out services according to national best practice guidelines in conjunction with Safetynet’s policies and protocols.
* Engage patients in health promotion and disease prevention programmes where appropriate.
* Work with translators (in person and via telephone) to assist with patient care when needed.
* Be aware of intercultural challenges for newly arrived migrants during assessments and treatments.
Clinical/Professional:
* Support clinics by providing support to GPs in adaptable working environments.
* Under clinical governance, provide nursing services to patients, including cervical checks, wound dressings, ear syringing/microsuction, and phlebotomy, with training support from Safetynet if needed.
* Work with adults and minors.
* Follow national best practice guidelines in conjunction with Safetynet’s policies and protocols.
* Engage patients in health promotion and disease prevention programmes when appropriate.
* Work with translators (in person and by phone) to assist with patient care.
* Be sensitive to intercultural challenges faced by newly arrived migrants during assessments and treatments.
Administrative:
* Maintain the care setting in good order, ensuring supplies are adequate, and equipment is clean and functional.
* Manage stock ordering processes when required.
* Ensure equipment safety and report malfunctions promptly.
* Assist with ordering supplies, ensuring their appropriate and economical use.
* Maintain accurate written and electronic records and reports on patient care, following guidelines.
* Provide clinical activity reports to Safetynet management as requested.
* Coordinate with other primary healthcare providers regarding patient care.
* Manage and track healthcare records.
Other Responsibilities:
* Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the CNM and/or Medical Director.
* Maintain professionalism and high standards of work, aligned with Safetynet Primary Care’s values and ethos.
* Adhere to Safetynet policies and procedures.
* Be self-sufficient in word processing, filing, record keeping, data entry, and report generation.
* Participate in internal and external meetings as required.
* Be an effective team member and participate in team meetings and committees.
Note: This Job Description reflects current responsibilities. Duties may evolve as Safetynet Primary Care develops.
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