Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly and dynamic healthcare team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated nursing professional to play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care within a busy general practice setting. The ideal candidate will have experience in primary care, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to health promotion and disease prevention.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Role:
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Provide general nursing care and support to patients, including wound care, immunisations, cervical screening (smears), and chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, diabetes).
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Assist with health promotion, lifestyle advice, and preventative care programs.
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Carry out clinical assessments, treatment planning, and follow-up care under practice protocols.
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Support minor procedures and assist GPs with clinical tasks as required.
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Maintain accurate patient records and ensure care is delivered in line with clinical guidelines and practice policies.
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Contribute to infection control, safeguarding, and health & safety procedures within the practice.
About us
We are a well-established, patient-centred GP practice committed to delivering high-quality primary care to our diverse local community. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide accessible, responsive, and compassionate care.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment where professional development is encouraged and patient wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. With a focus on preventative healthcare, chronic disease management, and health promotion, we aim to make a positive impact on the lives of our patients every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description Practice Nurse
We are looking for a qualified and experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering nursing services, supporting chronic disease management, and promoting health and wellbeing in our local community.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients of all ages.
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Provide services including immunisations, cervical screening, wound care (general nursing).
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Support the management of long-term conditions such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension through regular clinics and monitoring.
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Conduct health checks and screening, including NHS Health Checks and lifestyle assessments.
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Collaborate with GPs and the wider clinical team to plan, implement, and evaluate care.
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Maintain accurate, timely documentation in line with clinical governance and confidentiality standards.
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Ensure compliance with infection control, safeguarding, and health & safety policies.
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Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and clinical meetings.
Essential Requirements:
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Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration.
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Experience working in a primary care or community setting.
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Excellent clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable:
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Additional qualifications in chronic disease management, cytology, and immunisations.
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Experience using clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS Web, SystmOne).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description Practice Nurse
We are looking for a qualified and experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering nursing services, supporting chronic disease management, and promoting health and wellbeing in our local community.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients of all ages.
-
Provide services including immunisations, cervical screening, wound care (general nursing).
-
Support the management of long-term conditions such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension through regular clinics and monitoring.
-
Conduct health checks and screening, including NHS Health Checks and lifestyle assessments.
-
Collaborate with GPs and the wider clinical team to plan, implement, and evaluate care.
-
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in line with clinical governance and confidentiality standards.
-
Ensure compliance with infection control, safeguarding, and health & safety policies.
-
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and clinical meetings.
Essential Requirements:
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Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration.
-
Experience working in a primary care or community setting.
-
Excellent clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable:
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Additional qualifications in chronic disease management, cytology, and immunisations.
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Experience using clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS Web, SystmOne).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
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).
