Job summary
Join our team as a Practice Nurse at The Dove Medical Practice and be part of asupportive, and patient-focused environment. This opportunity has arisen due to the retirement of a long-standing and valued member of our nursing team, and we are looking for the right person to continue and build on the excellent care they have provided.
This is an exciting role for a motivated and compassionate nurse who wants to make a real difference. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver a wide range of clinical services, including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, wound care, and health promotion, while developing meaningful relationships with patients.
We are a progressive practice with a strong focus on innovation, digital transformation, and continuous improvement. You will be supported to grow in your role, with opportunities for further training and professional development.
We are looking for someone who is patient-centred, proactive, and passionate about high-quality care. In return, we offer a welcoming team culture, strong leadership, and the opportunity to join a practice that values its people and is always striving to improve.
If you are looking for a role where you can step into a well-established position and make it your own, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Working Pattern:
- Monday 8.30am to 6.00pm
- TuesdayOFF
- Wednesday 8.30am to 6.00pm
- ThursdayOFF
- Friday 8.30am to 6.00pm
30 days of annual leave + Bank holidays.
As a Practice Nurse, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of clinical areas within general practice. Your day-to-day work will include supporting patients with long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, carrying out routine reviews, and promoting self-management and healthy lifestyles.
You will be responsible for providing core nursing services including immunisations, cervical screening, wound care, and health checks, as well as supporting infection prevention and control within the practice. You will work closely with GPs, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and coordinated care for patients.
The role also involves maintaining accurate clinical records, supporting recall and screening programmes, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives such as QOF. You will play an important part in ensuring patients have a positive experience of the practice, offering compassionate care and clear communication at all times.
This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team, and who is committed to delivering high standards of care in a busy primary care setting.
About us
The Dove Medical Practice is a well-established, patient-focused GP surgery serving a diverse and vibrant community. We are a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking team made up of GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and a dedicated administrative team, all working collaboratively to deliver high-quality care.
We pride ourselves on having a positive and inclusive working culture, where staff feel valued, supported, and empowered to develop. Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do, and we encourage open communication, shared learning, and continuous improvement across all roles.
As a practice, we are committed to innovation and digital transformation, constantly looking for ways to improve both patient experience and staff workflows. We actively support professional development and offer opportunities for training and progression.
Working with us means being part of a practice that genuinely cares about its staff and patients. We offer a welcoming environment, strong leadership support, and a culture that recognises and celebrates the contribution of every team member.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care to the registered patient population, working within professional competence and in line with national and local guidance.
Key responsibilities include:
Clinical Care & Patient Management
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Undertake consultations and assessments of patient need, including patients and their families
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Deliver evidence-based nursing care in line with NICE, national service frameworks, and local protocols
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Support the management of long-term conditions, contributing to quality improvement and assurance initiatives
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Provide wound care, including ulcer management and Doppler assessments
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Deliver travel health advice and services
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Support clinical emergencies as required
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Recognise own limitations and escalate or refer patients appropriately
Prevention, Screening & Public Health
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Support and deliver immunisation, vaccination and cervical screening programmes
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Provide opportunistic health promotion and lifestyle advice
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Lead and support public health campaigns (e.g. flu clinics)
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Embed population health management approaches, addressing health inequalities and improving access
Care Coordination & Vulnerable Patients
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Support the development and delivery of care programmes for frail and housebound patients
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Liaise with external services and agencies to ensure appropriate support for vulnerable patients
Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement
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Participate in clinical audits, research and service improvement initiatives
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Contribute to the development, review and implementation of practice protocols, policies and procedures
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Support the Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) lead and adhere to IPC policies
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Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using SNOMED CT coding
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Contribute to achieving practice targets, including QOF and enhanced services
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Support call and recall systems and maintain chronic disease registers
Education, Training & Support
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Teach and advise patients and their families on self-management of conditions
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Support and mentor new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals
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Undertake all mandatory training and participate in ongoing professional development
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Participate in annual appraisal and regular performance reviews
Safeguarding & Professional Responsibilities
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Work in accordance with safeguarding policies for children and adults
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Be aware of and comply with current legislation, policies and procedures
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Participate in complaint handling and contribute to learning from incidents and near misses
General Responsibilities
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Maintain a clean, safe and effective working environment
-
Chaperone patients where required
-
Support the wider practice team in day-to-day operations
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care to the registered patient population, working within professional competence and in line with national and local guidance.
Key responsibilities include:
Clinical Care & Patient Management
-
Undertake consultations and assessments of patient need, including patients and their families
-
Deliver evidence-based nursing care in line with NICE, national service frameworks, and local protocols
-
Support the management of long-term conditions, contributing to quality improvement and assurance initiatives
-
Provide wound care, including ulcer management and Doppler assessments
-
Deliver travel health advice and services
-
Support clinical emergencies as required
-
Recognise own limitations and escalate or refer patients appropriately
Prevention, Screening & Public Health
-
Support and deliver immunisation, vaccination and cervical screening programmes
-
Provide opportunistic health promotion and lifestyle advice
-
Lead and support public health campaigns (e.g. flu clinics)
-
Embed population health management approaches, addressing health inequalities and improving access
Care Coordination & Vulnerable Patients
-
Support the development and delivery of care programmes for frail and housebound patients
-
Liaise with external services and agencies to ensure appropriate support for vulnerable patients
Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement
-
Participate in clinical audits, research and service improvement initiatives
-
Contribute to the development, review and implementation of practice protocols, policies and procedures
-
Support the Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) lead and adhere to IPC policies
-
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using SNOMED CT coding
-
Contribute to achieving practice targets, including QOF and enhanced services
-
Support call and recall systems and maintain chronic disease registers
Education, Training & Support
-
Teach and advise patients and their families on self-management of conditions
-
Support and mentor new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals
-
Undertake all mandatory training and participate in ongoing professional development
-
Participate in annual appraisal and regular performance reviews
Safeguarding & Professional Responsibilities
-
Work in accordance with safeguarding policies for children and adults
-
Be aware of and comply with current legislation, policies and procedures
-
Participate in complaint handling and contribute to learning from incidents and near misses
General Responsibilities
-
Maintain a clean, safe and effective working environment
-
Chaperone patients where required
-
Support the wider practice team in day-to-day operations
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Competence in Practice Nurse clinical skills (e.g. wound care, ECG, venepuncture, immunisations, new patient checks, womens health including cervical cytology and contraception)
- Ability to request pathology tests and manage results, including patient communication
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of general practice and experience as a Practice or Community Nurse
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of infection prevention and control
Desirable
- Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
- Experience of quality improvement initiatives (e.g. audit, benchmarking)
- Understanding of the NHS landscape, including PCNs and commissioning structures
Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of general practice and experience as a Practice or Community Nurse
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of infection prevention and control
Desirable
- Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
- Experience of quality improvement initiatives (e.g. audit, benchmarking)
- Understanding of the NHS landscape, including PCNs and commissioning structures
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council registration
- Evidence of working at the appropriate level within the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
Desirable
- Mentor or Teaching Qualification
- Family Planning Qualification
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Competence in Practice Nurse clinical skills (e.g. wound care, ECG, venepuncture, immunisations, new patient checks, womens health including cervical cytology and contraception)
- Ability to request pathology tests and manage results, including patient communication
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of general practice and experience as a Practice or Community Nurse
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of infection prevention and control
Desirable
- Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
- Experience of quality improvement initiatives (e.g. audit, benchmarking)
- Understanding of the NHS landscape, including PCNs and commissioning structures
Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of general practice and experience as a Practice or Community Nurse
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of infection prevention and control
Desirable
- Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
- Experience of quality improvement initiatives (e.g. audit, benchmarking)
- Understanding of the NHS landscape, including PCNs and commissioning structures
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council registration
- Evidence of working at the appropriate level within the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
Desirable
- Mentor or Teaching Qualification
- Family Planning Qualification
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).
