Job summary
City Health Partnership Ltd (CHPL) is seeking a highly
motivated and enthusiastic Senior Practice Nurse with a V300 Independent
Prescribing qualification to join our team. The role involves the clinical
assessment and management of patients primarily within a general practice
setting, focusing on long-term condition management, including asthma,
diabetes, COPD, and hypertension.
Consultations will be conducted face-to-face, by telephone,
or via digital platforms, managing undifferentiated illness and acute
presentations related to long-term conditions. The successful candidate will
have a strong background in general practice nursing, with a thorough
understanding of QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) requirements,
immunisation programmes, and current health campaigns.
The Senior Practice Nurse will ensure the highest standards
of clinical care across CHPL, working within their professional boundaries and
supporting the implementation of organisational policies and procedures. They
will work closely with the Clinical Team Leader to support and improve service
progression, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and mentor junior
nursing staff. This role demands advanced clinical skills, including
independent prescribing, to provide comprehensive, holistic patient care.
The service opening hours are Monday-Friday 8am-6.30pm and
it is expected contracted hours will be worked during these times.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is accountable for the delivery of safe, high-quality, and effective clinical care within primary care
medical services. They will provide leadership and support to all nursing staff, collaborating closely with other
leaders and the multidisciplinary team to achieve service priorities. Clinically, the role is focused on implementing
evidence-based practice to meet the needs of a diverse patient population, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
About us
At CHPL, were passionate about people and we know that you are too, thats why were here isnt it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and youll be more than just a number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification for the main duties associated to the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification for the main duties associated to the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Modernisation Agenda
- Evidence based practice.
- Good standard of numeracy and literacy
- Computer literate with knowledge using Word, Excel
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Using a computerised clinical information and system - SystmOne
Desirable
- Foreign travel health advice
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration nursing experience
- Demonstrate competency in a wide range of skills including phlebotomy, wound care, health promotion.
- Caseload management skills including planning, treatment and influencing.
- Clinical supervision
- Experience of managing patients with chronic disease or longterm conditions
- Basic health and safety awareness
- Presentation skills
- Experience of caring for non-English speaking patients, usingtranslator, and interpreting services.
- Experience of working with different agencies
- voluntary/statutory
Desirable
- Breast awareness skills
- Mentorship
- Counselling skills
- Carrying out clinical audits
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse (RGN) or diploma in nursing studies.
- Basic Maths and English (GCSE or Equivalent)
- Experience of working within primary care
- Diplomas or equivalent qualification or certificate in the care & treatment of patients with chronic disease in one or more of the following: diabetes, respiratory medicine, coronary heart disease.
- Additional post registration NMC qualification
- Cervical screening
Desirable
- Sexual health training
- V150 Non-medical prescriber
- V300 Non-medical prescriber (for development)
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Modernisation Agenda
- Evidence based practice.
- Good standard of numeracy and literacy
- Computer literate with knowledge using Word, Excel
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Using a computerised clinical information and system - SystmOne
Desirable
- Foreign travel health advice
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration nursing experience
- Demonstrate competency in a wide range of skills including phlebotomy, wound care, health promotion.
- Caseload management skills including planning, treatment and influencing.
- Clinical supervision
- Experience of managing patients with chronic disease or longterm conditions
- Basic health and safety awareness
- Presentation skills
- Experience of caring for non-English speaking patients, usingtranslator, and interpreting services.
- Experience of working with different agencies
- voluntary/statutory
Desirable
- Breast awareness skills
- Mentorship
- Counselling skills
- Carrying out clinical audits
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse (RGN) or diploma in nursing studies.
- Basic Maths and English (GCSE or Equivalent)
- Experience of working within primary care
- Diplomas or equivalent qualification or certificate in the care & treatment of patients with chronic disease in one or more of the following: diabetes, respiratory medicine, coronary heart disease.
- Additional post registration NMC qualification
- Cervical screening
Desirable
- Sexual health training
- V150 Non-medical prescriber
- V300 Non-medical prescriber (for development)
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).
