Cambridge Medical Group

Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner

The closing date is 26 April 2026

Job summary

Cambridge Medical Group is looking to recruit a Practice Nurse and/or Nurse Practitioner. The practice is looking to employ an enthusiastic nurse who is committed to working alongside our existing nursing team to achieve outstanding patient care.

Main duties of the job

The Practice Nurse is essential in providing comprehensive nursing care, focusing on patient assessment, treatment, and management within a primary care setting. This role involves a variety of clinical tasks including chronic disease management, minor ailment treatment, immunisations, cervical screening and health education. The Practice Nurse will work under the guidance and supervision of our Lead Nurse, contributing to the practice's goals by delivering high-quality patient care and participating in health promotion initiatives.

The Practice Nurse is expected to perform clinical procedures and manage patient follow-ups, ensuring the delivery of care is in accordance with the latest clinical guidelines and within the scope of practice. This position requires excellent nursing skills, a patient-centred approach to care, and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to improve health outcomes.

About us

Cambridge Medical Group provides care to 7,400 patients across Middlesbrough and the immediate area. The surgery is made up of a diversified clinical team consisting of GP's, ANP, and a nursing team, with clinical supervision and mentorship by GPs to GP registrars and F2 doctors.

Our vision is to deliver high quality and effective health care to all our patients, tailored and responsive to the needs of the local population by improving the health and quality of life for all individuals in the communities we serve, delivering an invaluable service to our patients and clients, proving a positive and safe experience for all our patient care.

Date posted

29 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Compressed hours

Reference number

A5751-26-0000

Job locations

Cambridge Medical Group

Cambridge Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS5 5NN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver general clinical care

Carry our nursing interventions and measurements for patients using clinical judgement.

Administer medications by injection, with the appropriate legal authorisation.

Recognise health promotion opportunities and give brief, focused lifestyle advice using motivational interviewing techniques, which may include brief intervention sign-posting.

Undertake initial assessment of patients presenting with wounds, produce treatment plans, and refer to other services as necessary.

Measure circulation by recording Ankle Brachial Pressure Index and applying compression therapy to patients with venous leg ulcers.

Remove wound closure materials including sutures, clips, and staples.

Take samples for the cervical screening programme according to recognised standards.

Administer vaccines to adults and children according to the UK immunisation schedule.

Administer prescribed therapies such as vitamin B12 and Depo medications, recognising side effects and contraindications.

Provide sexual health services.

Advise women on the suitability of oral and long-term contraceptive methods and be aware of local referral pathways.

Provide a nurse-run asthma / diabetes / COPD service to patients, to include screening, diagnosis, ongoing management, and referral to other agencies in line with NICE guidelines and Quality and Outcome Framework indicators.

Quality Assurance / Service Support

Participate in quality improvement and innovations, e.g. audit, significant event analysis, and development of protocols and new services.

Recognise opportunities to reduce inequalities and unwarranted variations in healthcare for the practice population.

Undertake mentorship for preceptor programmes and contributing to revalidation needs of nurse colleagues.

Analyse data and develop initiatives to improve uptake of national screening and immunisation programmes, including coordinating new vaccination campaigns.

Personal / Professional Development

Complete statutory training / updating and mandatory training as defined by the practice.

Complete skills-specific training and regular updating.

Participate in an annual individual performance review, maintaining a record of your own personal and professional development, including the requirements of NMC revalidation.

Take responsibility for your own development, learning and performance. Identify gaps in your knowledge and skills and understand how further learning can enhance delivery of nursing service.

Health and Safety

Identify and address risks in work activities, working with the Lead Practice Nurse and Practice Manager.

Follow appropriate infection control procedures.

Maintain work areas in a tidy and safe manner.

Communicate effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet people's needs.

Equality and Diversity

Act in a way that recognises people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies and current legislation.

Respect the privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs of patients, carers, and colleagues.

Please note: This Job Description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.