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Layton Medical Centre

Practice Nurse

The closing date is 06 August 2025

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Job summary

Layton Medical Centre is a progressive and patient-focused GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality primary care to a diverse population. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly, supportive, and multidisciplinary team. You will play a key role in delivering a wide range of nursing services within the practice, supporting patients with both acute and long-term conditions, and contributing to health promotion and disease prevention activities.

Main duties of the job

Delivering evidence-based nursing care, including chronic disease management for, diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, Heart Failure

Carrying out vaccinations and immunisations, cervical cytology, wound care, and health checks.

Supporting the management of long-term conditions in line with QOF and best practice guidelines.

Providing health promotion advice and lifestyle support to patients.

Contributing to clinical audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with practice policies and NMC standards.

About us

We are a friendly and welcoming GP practice based in Layton, dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our patients.

With a strong focus on teamwork and collaboration, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both our staff and patients. Our practice combines traditional values with innovative approaches to healthcare, ensuring we meet the diverse needs of our community.

If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a team-oriented setting, wed love for you to join our dedicated team.

Details

Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0881-25-0007

Job locations

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Chronic Disease Management:

Managing patients with long-term conditions, including diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, CHD, heart failure, and stroke/TIA follow-up. Using evidence-based care plans and protocols in line with QOF and NICE guidance. Performing annual reviews and medication monitoring.

Health Promotion & Disease Prevention:

Providing lifestyle advice on smoking cessation, weight management, diet, alcohol use, and physical activity. - Delivering NHS Health Checks and other screening initiatives.

Cytology & Womens Health:

Performing cervical smears in line with national screening guidelines. Advising on contraception and menopause if trained. Assisting with HRT monitoring.

Childhood Immunisations & Vaccinations:

Delivering the national childhood immunisation programme. Administering travel health advice and vaccinations. Providing seasonal and at-risk flu, COVID, shingles, RSV and pneumococcal vaccinations.

Long-Term Monitoring:

Venepuncture, ECG recording, blood pressure monitoring, and urinalysis. - Monitoring INR and other regular blood tests. - Supporting patients on DMARDs, anticoagulants, and other high-risk medications.

Professional Responsibilities:

Adhering to NMC Code of Conduct at all times. Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records. Engaging in clinical audit, significant event analysis, and quality improvement activities. Keeping up to date with professional development and mandatory training. Supporting and mentoring junior staff and students where appropriate.

Teamwork:

Liaising effectively with GPs, ANPs, pharmacists, HCAs, and administrative staff. - Contributing to the smooth running and development of the practice.

Safeguarding:

All staff are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. You must be aware of and follow practice policies and procedures on safeguarding and take part in mandatory safeguarding training as required for your role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Chronic Disease Management:

Managing patients with long-term conditions, including diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, CHD, heart failure, and stroke/TIA follow-up. Using evidence-based care plans and protocols in line with QOF and NICE guidance. Performing annual reviews and medication monitoring.

Health Promotion & Disease Prevention:

Providing lifestyle advice on smoking cessation, weight management, diet, alcohol use, and physical activity. - Delivering NHS Health Checks and other screening initiatives.

Cytology & Womens Health:

Performing cervical smears in line with national screening guidelines. Advising on contraception and menopause if trained. Assisting with HRT monitoring.

Childhood Immunisations & Vaccinations:

Delivering the national childhood immunisation programme. Administering travel health advice and vaccinations. Providing seasonal and at-risk flu, COVID, shingles, RSV and pneumococcal vaccinations.

Long-Term Monitoring:

Venepuncture, ECG recording, blood pressure monitoring, and urinalysis. - Monitoring INR and other regular blood tests. - Supporting patients on DMARDs, anticoagulants, and other high-risk medications.

Professional Responsibilities:

Adhering to NMC Code of Conduct at all times. Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records. Engaging in clinical audit, significant event analysis, and quality improvement activities. Keeping up to date with professional development and mandatory training. Supporting and mentoring junior staff and students where appropriate.

Teamwork:

Liaising effectively with GPs, ANPs, pharmacists, HCAs, and administrative staff. - Contributing to the smooth running and development of the practice.

Safeguarding:

All staff are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. You must be aware of and follow practice policies and procedures on safeguarding and take part in mandatory safeguarding training as required for your role

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a primary care or community nursing setting.
  • Competent in chronic disease management and health screening.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
  • Additional qualifications in diabetes, asthma, COPD, or cervical cytology
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a primary care or community nursing setting.
  • Competent in chronic disease management and health screening.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
  • Additional qualifications in diabetes, asthma, COPD, or cervical cytology

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

Layton Medical Centre

Address

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN


Employer's website

https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Layton Medical Centre

Address

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN


Employer's website

https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Samantha DaCosta

samantha.dacosta@nhs.net

01253204083

Details

Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0881-25-0007

Job locations

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN


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