Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at The Village Medical Centre in Wallasey for a one-year maternity cover contract.
This is a great opportunity to work in a well-organised, forward-thinking GP surgery that values teamwork, professional development, and high-quality patient care. You will be part of a close-knit multidisciplinary team, working alongside experienced nurses, GPs, HCAs, PCN and administrative staff who take pride in creating a positive and inclusive working environment.
The role will include the full range of general practice nursing duties such as immunisations, cytology, wound care, long-term condition management, health promotion and patient education. We are happy to support further training and will tailor the workload to reflect your skills and experience.
If you are a motivated and caring nurse who enjoys working collaboratively and making a real difference to patients, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Practice Nurse at The Village Medical Centre, youll provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to our patients across a range of clinical areas. Your role will include managing long-term conditions such as asthma, COPD, hypertension and diabetes; delivering adult and childhood immunisations; undertaking cervical screening; and providing wound care, dressings and other treatment room services.
Youll play an active role in health promotion, patient education and supporting self-management. Working closely with our GPs, HCAs and wider primary care network, youll help ensure continuity of care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the practice.
We value collaborative working and flexibility youll have the opportunity to use your existing skills while being supported to develop new areas of competence. The role is varied and rewarding, with a typical day combining face-to-face consultations, telephone or online advice, and multidisciplinary teamwork to deliver excellent patient care.
About us
About The Village Medical Centre
The Village Medical Centre is a well-established, friendly GP practice based in the heart of Wallasey, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We have a supportive, close-knit team that includes GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, administrative and management staff who work collaboratively to deliver the best possible service for our patients.
We pride ourselves on our approachable and inclusive working culture, where every team member is valued and encouraged to contribute ideas for improving care and efficiency. Our ethos is based on teamwork, respect, and continuous learning creating an environment where staff feel supported and motivated.
We are an EMIS practice with a strong commitment to staff development, quality improvement, and the use of digital tools to enhance patient care. Our team benefits from regular clinical meetings, mentoring opportunities, and strong links within our local PCN. We also value worklife balance and offer flexible working patterns wherever possible.
Joining The Village Medical Centre means becoming part of a professional, caring, and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a positive difference every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post holder will work as part of the nursing team at The Village Medical Centre to provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the practice population.
You will deliver a range of clinical services including immunisations, cervical cytology, chronic disease management, wound care, health screening and health promotion activities.
The role will involve both treatment room and chronic disease management work and requires a proactive, adaptable and caring nurse who enjoys working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary care team.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice
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Provide general treatment room nursing including dressings, ear care, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring and phlebotomy (if trained).
Undertake adult and childhood immunisations and vaccinations in line with national guidance.
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Perform cervical cytology screening.
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Provide long-term condition reviews for patients with asthma, COPD, hypertension, diabetes and other chronic illnesses, working to evidence-based protocols.
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Support patients in managing their conditions through health education and lifestyle advice.
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Provide wound care and post-operative follow-up.
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Assist with health checks, NHS Health Checks, and opportunistic screening.
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Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure all data entry meets clinical governance standards.
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Support infection prevention and control measures within the practice.
Professional & Team Responsibilities
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Work collaboratively with GPs, nursing colleagues, healthcare assistants and administrative staff to deliver seamless, coordinated care.
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Contribute to practice audits, quality improvement initiatives and the achievement of QOF and enhanced services.
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Participate in multidisciplinary and clinical meetings as appropriate.
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Maintain registration with the NMC and ensure continuing professional development (CPD) in line with revalidation requirements.
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Follow all practice protocols and policies, including safeguarding, confidentiality, and information governance.
Administrative & Organisational Duties
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Record and code consultations accurately using EMIS clinical system.
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Support the monitoring and recall systems for chronic disease reviews, immunisations and screening.
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Participate in annual appraisals, training and development opportunities.
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Contribute to clinical governance activities such as audits, policy reviews and significant event discussions.
Key Working Relationships
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GP Partners
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Practice Manager
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Nursing and HCA Team
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Administrative and Reception Staff
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Community Nurses, Health Visitors and other PCN staff
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Patients, carers and external healthcare providers
Knowledge, Skills and Experience RequiredEssential:
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Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification.
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Current NMC registration and evidence of ongoing CPD.
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Experience in general practice or community nursing setting.
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Competence in core treatment room skills (e.g. wound care, immunisation, cytology).
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Commitment to patient-centred care and confidentiality.
Desirable:
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Experience in chronic disease management (asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension).
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Cervical cytology and immunisation updates.
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Experience with EMIS Web clinical system.
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Mentorship qualification or experience supporting students or junior staff.
Personal Qualities
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Compassionate, approachable and professional.
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Organised, reliable and adaptable to change.
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Motivated by quality improvement and professional development.
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Positive team player with a flexible and proactive attitude.
Other Information
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The post holder will be expected to work within the NMC Code of Conduct and adhere to all practice and NHS policies.
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This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in consultation with the post holder to reflect evolving service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post holder will work as part of the nursing team at The Village Medical Centre to provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the practice population.
You will deliver a range of clinical services including immunisations, cervical cytology, chronic disease management, wound care, health screening and health promotion activities.
The role will involve both treatment room and chronic disease management work and requires a proactive, adaptable and caring nurse who enjoys working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary care team.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice
-
Provide general treatment room nursing including dressings, ear care, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring and phlebotomy (if trained).
Undertake adult and childhood immunisations and vaccinations in line with national guidance.
-
Perform cervical cytology screening.
-
Provide long-term condition reviews for patients with asthma, COPD, hypertension, diabetes and other chronic illnesses, working to evidence-based protocols.
-
Support patients in managing their conditions through health education and lifestyle advice.
-
Provide wound care and post-operative follow-up.
-
Assist with health checks, NHS Health Checks, and opportunistic screening.
-
Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure all data entry meets clinical governance standards.
-
Support infection prevention and control measures within the practice.
Professional & Team Responsibilities
-
Work collaboratively with GPs, nursing colleagues, healthcare assistants and administrative staff to deliver seamless, coordinated care.
-
Contribute to practice audits, quality improvement initiatives and the achievement of QOF and enhanced services.
-
Participate in multidisciplinary and clinical meetings as appropriate.
-
Maintain registration with the NMC and ensure continuing professional development (CPD) in line with revalidation requirements.
-
Follow all practice protocols and policies, including safeguarding, confidentiality, and information governance.
Administrative & Organisational Duties
-
Record and code consultations accurately using EMIS clinical system.
-
Support the monitoring and recall systems for chronic disease reviews, immunisations and screening.
-
Participate in annual appraisals, training and development opportunities.
-
Contribute to clinical governance activities such as audits, policy reviews and significant event discussions.
Key Working Relationships
-
GP Partners
-
Practice Manager
-
Nursing and HCA Team
-
Administrative and Reception Staff
-
Community Nurses, Health Visitors and other PCN staff
-
Patients, carers and external healthcare providers
Knowledge, Skills and Experience RequiredEssential:
-
Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification.
-
Current NMC registration and evidence of ongoing CPD.
-
Experience in general practice or community nursing setting.
-
Competence in core treatment room skills (e.g. wound care, immunisation, cytology).
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-
Commitment to patient-centred care and confidentiality.
Desirable:
-
Experience in chronic disease management (asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension).
-
Cervical cytology and immunisation updates.
-
Experience with EMIS Web clinical system.
-
Mentorship qualification or experience supporting students or junior staff.
Personal Qualities
-
Compassionate, approachable and professional.
-
Organised, reliable and adaptable to change.
-
Motivated by quality improvement and professional development.
-
Positive team player with a flexible and proactive attitude.
Other Information
-
The post holder will be expected to work within the NMC Code of Conduct and adhere to all practice and NHS policies.
-
This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in consultation with the post holder to reflect evolving service needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1 Adult) with current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to primary care
- Up-to-date training in immunisations and cervical cytology (or willingness to update)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and anaphylaxis training
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification or experience of supporting students/junior staff
- Training in chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
- Additional primary care or community-based qualifications
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a general practice, community or primary care setting
- Competence in treatment room duties such as wound care, immunisations, and screening
- Experience maintaining accurate electronic clinical record
- Ability to work independently while being part of a wider multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in a GP practice environment
- Experience in QOF and enhanced service delivery
- Experience using EMIS Web or similar GP clinical systems
- Involvement in quality improvement, audits or chronic disease review clinics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1 Adult) with current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to primary care
- Up-to-date training in immunisations and cervical cytology (or willingness to update)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and anaphylaxis training
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification or experience of supporting students/junior staff
- Training in chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
- Additional primary care or community-based qualifications
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a general practice, community or primary care setting
- Competence in treatment room duties such as wound care, immunisations, and screening
- Experience maintaining accurate electronic clinical record
- Ability to work independently while being part of a wider multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in a GP practice environment
- Experience in QOF and enhanced service delivery
- Experience using EMIS Web or similar GP clinical systems
- Involvement in quality improvement, audits or chronic disease review clinics
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).