Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Nurse to
join our team at Dartmouth Medical Practice. This is a permanent position for 22-30 hours per week. We are a friendly and forward-thinking practice located
in beautiful South Hams. We are excited to be recruiting for a Practice
Nurse to support our dedicated, well-established
clinical team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to and help shape
a progressive practice with a strong focus on teamwork, innovation and patient-centred
care.
Nurse Prescribers are warmly encouraged to apply.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, cardiovascular disease)
Cervical cytology
Childhood and adult immunisations
Travel vaccinations (where appropriate)
Wound care and dressings
Health promotion and screening
Medication reviews and prescribing (for qualified Nurse Prescribers)
About us
About Dartmouth Medical Practice
Dartmouth Medical Practice is a well-established, patient-focused GP practice serving the local community and surrounding areas. We are proud to be part of the South Hams Primary Care Network, working collaboratively with neighbouring practices to enhance and expand patient services across the locality.
We are a 5-partner GP practice with 2 Associate Partners, delivering high-quality primary care within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
- GPs
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
- Practice Nurses
- Clinical Pharmacists
- Pharmacy Technicians
- First Contact Physiotherapist
- Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
- Registered Nurse Associate
- Experienced administrative and reception team
We are also a training practice, working closely with local universities and Britannia Royal Naval College (BRNC) to support education and professional development. Teaching and mentorship are important aspects of our practice culture, and we actively support staff development at all levels.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care. The ideal candidate will bring clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude to improving health outcomes for our patients. Your responsibilities will include.
The Practice Nurse will:
Deliver general practice nursing services including:
Wound care and dressings
Cervical cytology
Childhood and adult immunisations
Travel health advice and vaccinations
ECGs
Phlebotomy
Blood pressure monitoring
NHS Health Checks
Undertake chronic disease management (as appropriate to competency), including:
Diabetes
Asthma
COPD
Hypertension
CHD
Provide contraceptive advice and sexual health services (with training)
Support screening programmes (e.g. cervical, bowel, NHS Health Checks)
Participate in infection prevention and control measures
Undertake home visits when clinically appropriate
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in line with professional standards
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care. The ideal candidate will bring clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude to improving health outcomes for our patients. Your responsibilities will include.
The Practice Nurse will:
Deliver general practice nursing services including:
Wound care and dressings
Cervical cytology
Childhood and adult immunisations
Travel health advice and vaccinations
ECGs
Phlebotomy
Blood pressure monitoring
NHS Health Checks
Undertake chronic disease management (as appropriate to competency), including:
Diabetes
Asthma
COPD
Hypertension
CHD
Provide contraceptive advice and sexual health services (with training)
Support screening programmes (e.g. cervical, bowel, NHS Health Checks)
Participate in infection prevention and control measures
Undertake home visits when clinically appropriate
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in line with professional standards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Cervical Screening training
- Immunisation training
- Long Term Condition Training
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of working in a GP practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Cervical Screening training
- Immunisation training
- Long Term Condition Training
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of working in a GP practice
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).
