Job summary
The experienced general practice nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality, and person-centred care across the Primary Care Network (PCN). This role is integral to achieving the objectives of the 202/27 Network Contract DES, with a focus on continuity of care, health inequalities reduction, digital transformation, and long-term condition (LTC) optimisation.
The postholder will lead on long-term condition management, champion public health and prevention, and embed population health principles within general practice. As a clinical leader, they will support the development and supervision of new-to-practice nurses and other multidisciplinary staff, contributing to workforce capability across the PCN. The role also involves fostering integration with community, secondary, and social care systems to ensure proactive and joined-up care delivery.
Main duties of the job
- Lead long-term condition management across the PCN, ensuring evidence-based, standardised care aligned with QOF, IIF, and local priorities.
- Support practice teams to identify at-risk patients and implement proactive care plans.
- Support public health and screening programmes, including delivery and uptake of immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening. Work with the PCN team to achieve national targets and reduce variation in outcomes.
- Embed population health management approaches, using data to identify inequalities, design interventions, and improve access for underserved populations aligned with Core20PLUS5 and health equity goals.
- Mentor, support, and supervise new-to-general-practice nurses, student nurses, and other healthcare professionals e.g., nursing associates, HCSWs across the PCN. Contribute to induction, professional development, and appraisal processes.
- Work collaboratively across the PCN, actively engaging with community services, secondary care, social care, and voluntary sector providers to ensure integrated and holistic care pathways.
Please see attached job description for further information.
About us
Leigh Primary Care Network is made up of ten practices covering a population of over 60,000. Already employing various roles, such as FCPs, Pharmacists, Community Link Workers, Care Coordinators and GPAs, and with a strong leadership team, the aim is to continue to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The experienced general
practice nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality, and
person-centred care across the Primary Care Network (PCN). This role is
integral to achieving the objectives of the 2025/26 Network Contract DES, with
a focus on continuity of care, health inequalities reduction, digital
transformation, and long-term condition
The postholder
will be involved with long-term condition management, champion public health
and prevention, and embed population health principles within general practice.
The role also involves fostering integration with community, secondary, and
social care systems to ensure proactive and joined-up care delivery.
The post holder
will be working at registered nurse level practice as detailed in the Primary
Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework - Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities
Framework
For full details please see job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
The experienced general
practice nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality, and
person-centred care across the Primary Care Network (PCN). This role is
integral to achieving the objectives of the 2025/26 Network Contract DES, with
a focus on continuity of care, health inequalities reduction, digital
transformation, and long-term condition
The postholder
will be involved with long-term condition management, champion public health
and prevention, and embed population health principles within general practice.
The role also involves fostering integration with community, secondary, and
social care systems to ensure proactive and joined-up care delivery.
The post holder
will be working at registered nurse level practice as detailed in the Primary
Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework - Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities
Framework
For full details please see job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements.
- Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
- Holds more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives.
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in long term condition management.
- Experience and understanding of health inequalities for the local population.
Experience
Essential
- Has demonstrable experience in long-term conditions management and quality improvement.
- Organised and diligent with attention to detail.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy working environment while meeting deadlines.
- Patient education and shared decision-making.
Desirable
- Supports public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements.
- Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
- Holds more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives.
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in long term condition management.
- Experience and understanding of health inequalities for the local population.
Experience
Essential
- Has demonstrable experience in long-term conditions management and quality improvement.
- Organised and diligent with attention to detail.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy working environment while meeting deadlines.
- Patient education and shared decision-making.
Desirable
- Supports public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening.
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).