Job summary
DHC is a successful
GP Federation dedicated to supporting GP services across Surrey.
We now have
a great opportunity for a qualified nurse to join our successful team at
Brockwood Medical Practice. The candidate will have a strong interest in
working in primary care, excellent clinical skills and a team orientated
approach to their work.
We screen and shortlist suitable candidates as
applications are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and
without notice if we fill the position. Therefore, we encourage early
applications to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
Integrated with
the clinical team at Brockwood Medical Practice, the
Practice Nurse will provide high quality, evidence based nursing care to
patients within the primary care setting. The role focuses on delivering
chronic disease management, preventative health services, health promotion, and
supporting the wider multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of the practice
population.
The successful candidate will be part of a friendly team at
Brockwood Medical Practice and will receive appropriate training and support
for the role.
They will also support the education and supervision of
other health care professionals as appropriate.
About us
DHC (Dorking Healthcare) has grown out of a collaboration of Dorking GP practices to become an NHS provider organisation that serves the population of Surrey.
Our services cover primary care, community health, outpatient services (including diagnostics and procedures) and mental health (Talking Therapies).
With a strong, shared vision, we have been able to raise standards and bring about real change in the way NHS services are managed locally.
DHC is a flexible and forward-thinking employer, we offer competitive benefits:
The benefits we offer include:
- Competitive salaries
- Membership of the NHS pension scheme
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Some of our sites have free on-site parking (subject to availability)
- We aim to be an employer of choice and conduct annual staff satisfaction surveys
DHC actively encourage and promotes diversity, ensures all voices are heard and included and is committed to equal opportunities for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse provides high quality, evidence based nursing
care to patients within the primary care setting. The role focuses on
delivering chronic disease management, preventive health services, health
promotion, and supporting the wider multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of
the practice population.
The practice actively promotes an integrated supportive culture within the whole practice workforce team, whilst ensuring all staff practice safe, efficient and collaborative working.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Responsibilities
Deliver nurse-led clinics, including:
- Asthma and COPD management
- Diabetes care (within competency level)
- Cardiovascular reviews (hypertension, heart
disease)
- Wound care and dressings
- Cervical cytology (smear tests)
- Childhood and adult immunisations
- Travel health advice and vaccinations
- Contraception and sexual health screening
(within scope)
Triage and assess patients, providing safe, evidence-based advice
or onward referral.
Support long-term condition management models and personalised care
plans.
Undertake health checks including NHS Health Checks, frailty
assessments, and lifestyle risk assessments.
Provide urgent care support (e.g., minor illness, acute
presentations) depending on competency.
2. Health Promotion & Patient Education
-
Promote healthy lifestyle choices including smoking cessation,
weight management, physical activity, and alcohol advice.
-
Educate patients on managing long-term conditions, selfcare, and
medication adherence.
-
Participate in public health initiatives and campaigns.
3. Professional & Clinical Governance
-
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records using
practice systems (e.g., EMIS/TPP SystmOne).
-
Work in line with NMC Code of Conduct, safeguarding legislation,
and practice policies.
-
Participate in significant event reviews, audits, and quality
improvement activities.
-
Ensure safe use of medical equipment, vaccines, cold-chain
processes, and infection control.
4. Multidisciplinary Working
-
Collaborate with GPs, ANPs, HCAs, pharmacists, social prescribers,
community teams, and other healthcare professionals.
-
Contribute to MDT discussions and care planning for complex
patients.
-
Support practice initiatives such as QOF, IIF, enhanced services,
and vaccination programmes.
- Participate in practice meetings and contribute to service development.
- Assist with supervision and development of other health care professionals as appropriate
5. Personal Development
-
Maintain professional registration and complete mandatory training.
-
Engage in annual appraisal, revalidation, and continued
professional development.
-
Expand clinical competencies in line with service needs (e.g.,
chronic disease diplomas, minor illness, prescribing).
6. Other General Duties
- Participate in practice meetings and contribute to service
development.
- Assist with supervision and development of other health care
professionals as appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse provides high quality, evidence based nursing
care to patients within the primary care setting. The role focuses on
delivering chronic disease management, preventive health services, health
promotion, and supporting the wider multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of
the practice population.
The practice actively promotes an integrated supportive culture within the whole practice workforce team, whilst ensuring all staff practice safe, efficient and collaborative working.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Responsibilities
Deliver nurse-led clinics, including:
- Asthma and COPD management
- Diabetes care (within competency level)
- Cardiovascular reviews (hypertension, heart
disease)
- Wound care and dressings
- Cervical cytology (smear tests)
- Childhood and adult immunisations
- Travel health advice and vaccinations
- Contraception and sexual health screening
(within scope)
Triage and assess patients, providing safe, evidence-based advice
or onward referral.
Support long-term condition management models and personalised care
plans.
Undertake health checks including NHS Health Checks, frailty
assessments, and lifestyle risk assessments.
Provide urgent care support (e.g., minor illness, acute
presentations) depending on competency.
2. Health Promotion & Patient Education
-
Promote healthy lifestyle choices including smoking cessation,
weight management, physical activity, and alcohol advice.
-
Educate patients on managing long-term conditions, selfcare, and
medication adherence.
-
Participate in public health initiatives and campaigns.
3. Professional & Clinical Governance
-
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records using
practice systems (e.g., EMIS/TPP SystmOne).
-
Work in line with NMC Code of Conduct, safeguarding legislation,
and practice policies.
-
Participate in significant event reviews, audits, and quality
improvement activities.
-
Ensure safe use of medical equipment, vaccines, cold-chain
processes, and infection control.
4. Multidisciplinary Working
-
Collaborate with GPs, ANPs, HCAs, pharmacists, social prescribers,
community teams, and other healthcare professionals.
-
Contribute to MDT discussions and care planning for complex
patients.
-
Support practice initiatives such as QOF, IIF, enhanced services,
and vaccination programmes.
- Participate in practice meetings and contribute to service development.
- Assist with supervision and development of other health care professionals as appropriate
5. Personal Development
-
Maintain professional registration and complete mandatory training.
-
Engage in annual appraisal, revalidation, and continued
professional development.
-
Expand clinical competencies in line with service needs (e.g.,
chronic disease diplomas, minor illness, prescribing).
6. Other General Duties
- Participate in practice meetings and contribute to service
development.
- Assist with supervision and development of other health care
professionals as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN/RN) with current NMC registration.
Desirable
- Chronic disease management qualifications (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes).
- Independent/Supplementary Prescribing (V300) if relevant to scope.
- Experience with EMIS or SystmOne.
- Experience in a primary care or community setting.
- Competency in wound care, immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical cytology.
Experience
Essential
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
- Compassionate, patientcentred approach.
- Organised, flexible, and able to prioritise workload.
- Compliance with confidentiality, safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety requirements.
- Awareness of how to support patients with dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN/RN) with current NMC registration.
Desirable
- Chronic disease management qualifications (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes).
- Independent/Supplementary Prescribing (V300) if relevant to scope.
- Experience with EMIS or SystmOne.
- Experience in a primary care or community setting.
- Competency in wound care, immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical cytology.
Experience
Essential
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
- Compassionate, patientcentred approach.
- Organised, flexible, and able to prioritise workload.
- Compliance with confidentiality, safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety requirements.
- Awareness of how to support patients with dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity.
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).
