Job summary
Newtown Medical Practice Newtown, Shropshire / Powys Border
Practice Nurse(Experienced)
Newtown Medical Practice is a friendly, forward-thinking GP surgery providing high-quality care to over 13,500 patients. Based in modern, purpose-built premises, we work with the latest clinical systems including EMIS Web and Docman 10.
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Practice Nurse to join our supportive multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys working autonomously while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
The role is suited to a nurse with significant hands-on experience in primary care, general practice or community nursing, who is comfortable managing patients independently while contributing to a collaborative clinical team.
Why Join Us? Supportive and experienced clinical team Opportunity to work autonomously with strong team support Commitment to patient-centred care and staff development
We welcome applications from experienced nurses seeking a rewarding role within a collaborative, patient-focused practice.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties
Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD)
Assessment and treatment of minor illness, minor ailments, and injuries
Clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care
Preventative healthcare and health promotion
Safe clinical decision-making and contribution to policy implementation
Collaborative working within the general practice team
About us
Newtown Medical Practice is based in the market town of Newtown on the beautiful Shropshire/Powys border. Being near the Marches border we have the advantage of an attractive rural environment with good links to the national motorway network providing access to both rural hills and coast in one direction and access to the larger urban areas of Shrewsbury, Chester and Birmingham within a reasonable drive time in the other direction.
Newtown Medical Practice is a friendly, forward-thinking GP surgery providing high-quality care to over 13,600 patients. We are based in modern, purpose-built premises and use EMIS Web and Docman 10 clinical systems.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the practice population, working both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role includes supporting new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals, helping to strengthen integration across primary care, community, secondary, and social care services.
The post-holder will provide care across key clinical areas including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, infection prevention and control, health promotion, and public health screening programmes. They will also contribute to population health management, supporting initiatives that improve patient access, reduce health inequalities, and enhance health outcomes.
As an integral member of the team, the Practice Nurse will promote clinical best practice, participate in training and professional development, and support the review and implementation of clinical policies and procedures. Appropriate clinical supervision and day-to-day support will be provided by the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to the practice population, working both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role includes supporting new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals, helping to strengthen integration across primary care, community, secondary, and social care services.
The post-holder will provide care across key clinical areas including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, infection prevention and control, health promotion, and public health screening programmes. They will also contribute to population health management, supporting initiatives that improve patient access, reduce health inequalities, and enhance health outcomes.
As an integral member of the team, the Practice Nurse will promote clinical best practice, participate in training and professional development, and support the review and implementation of clinical policies and procedures. Appropriate clinical supervision and day-to-day support will be provided by the organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Minimum 5 years clinical experience in primary or community care
- Recognised Practice Nurse qualification (degree level)
- Experience in chronic disease management and minor illness
- Ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Post-registration professional development in primary care, long-term condition management (e.g., asthma, diabetes), immunisation, cervical screening, etc.
- Chronic disease management courses or certificates.
- Independent nurse prescriber qualification
- Additional specialist practice nurse experience or training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Significant hands on nursing experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care or community
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Minimum 5 years clinical experience in primary or community care
- Recognised Practice Nurse qualification (degree level)
- Experience in chronic disease management and minor illness
- Ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Post-registration professional development in primary care, long-term condition management (e.g., asthma, diabetes), immunisation, cervical screening, etc.
- Chronic disease management courses or certificates.
- Independent nurse prescriber qualification
- Additional specialist practice nurse experience or training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Significant hands on nursing experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care or community
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).