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Job Summary
Are you an experienced and motivated practice nurse looking for your next challenge? Would you like to join a dedicated and supportive team at one of the highest-rated GP practices in BNSSG, ranked 4th in the 2023 NHS Patient Survey?
Job Summary
Are you an experienced and motivated practice nurse looking for your next challenge? Would you like to join a dedicated and supportive team at one of the highest-rated GP practices in BNSSG, ranked 4th in the 2023 NHS Patient Survey?
We are currently seeking a full-time Lead Practice Nurse to play a key role in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care within our friendly and forward-thinking practice.
This is a varied and rewarding position, offering the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our nursing team and the services we provide. You will work closely with our clinical and administrative teams to ensure excellent standards of care and service for our patient population.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
* Demonstrates strong clinical leadership and decision-making skills
* Has excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
* Is confident, approachable, and adaptable
* Possesses a caring and compassionate approach
* Has sound IT skills and is comfortable using clinical systems
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding care and leading by example, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The Practice Nurse Manager will be the lead nurse within the organisation with the following tasks:
* to develop, implement and manage evidence based nursing targeted to the needs of the practice population
* to provide clinical leadership, support and motivation to the nursing team
* to ensure maintenance and testing of equipment and advise on new purchases
* to deal with Human Resources matters for the nursing team, including appraisal, performance reviews, annual leave, recruitment, induction, disciplinary matters and training needs of staff within the nursing team.
* to supervise, mentor and support the professional development of staff within the nursing team.
* to participate in clinical supervision
* to develop and implement nursing policies and procedures
* to ensure compliance with CQC standards and other regulatory requirements
* to participate in audits and quality improvement projects
* to ensure clinical members of team are appropriately registered and revalidated
* to manage staff rotas ensuring appropriate levels of staffing to meet demand
* to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and budgetary control
* to chair the monthly Nurses Meeting
* to attend weekly Management Team Meetings
* to attend appropriate nursing forums
About Us
We are a 5 Partner high achieving PMS Practice situated in Portishead, a beautiful coastal town in North Somerset overlooking the Severn Estuary, just five miles from the city of Bristol.
We were rated the 4th best performing practice within BNSSG from the 2023 NHS patient survey: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristols-best-worst-performing-gp-8630058
We are a forward thinking practice with a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient centred care. We work from a new purpose-built health centre with bright, modern facilities that enable us to offer high quality clinical services to our local population of 11,500 patients. We are also a training practice.
We have had consistently high QoF results and were delighted that we were assessed as Good in our latest CQC inspection. We are also 4.4 star rated on Google Reviews.
Details
Date posted
08 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Similar to Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A0356-25-0008
Job locations
2 Haven View
Portishead
Bristol
BS20 7QA
The Harbourside Family Practice
2 Haven View
Portishead
Bristol
BS20 7QA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse Manager will be the lead nurse within the organisation with the following tasks:
* to develop, implement and manage evidence based nursing targeted to the needs of the practice population
* to provide clinical leadership, support and motivation to the nursing team
* to ensure maintenance and testing of equipment and advise on new purchases
* to deal with Human Resources matters for the nursing team, including appraisal, performance reviews, annual leave, recruitment, induction, disciplinary matters and training needs of staff within the nursing team.
* to supervise, mentor and support the professional development of staff within the nursing team.
* to participate in clinical supervision
* to develop and implement nursing policies and procedures
* to ensure compliance with CQC standards and other regulatory requirements
* to participate in audits and quality improvement projects
* to ensure clinical members of team are appropriately registered and revalidated
* to manage staff rotas ensuring appropriate levels of staffing to meet demand
* to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and budgetary control
* to chair the monthly Nurses Meeting
* to attend weekly Management Team Meetings
* to attend appropriate nursing forums
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Chronic Disease Management, including the following diseases:
* Diabetes
* Respiratory Diseases, including Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
* Chronic Heart Disease
* Hypertension
* Stroke
Tasks
* Identification of Chronic Disease Patients
* Taking a full medical, family and lifestyle history
* Risk Assessments relating to the above conditions
* Advice on clinical management, self-management and health promotion
* Liaison with other agencies as required
VACCINATIONS AND INJECTIONS
* Flu vaccination clinics/any other vaccination clinics as deemed appropriate during flu vaccination season.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
* To comply with the NMC Code Of Professional Conduct and ensuring registration
* To comply with the Policies and Procedures for the storage, control and administration of medicines and controlled drugs.
* To work within the Patient Group or Specific Directives
* Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice Team ensuring that the relevant claim forms are submitted in a timely manner to facilitate claims for payment
* Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded on the clinical record on the computer (or on paper records as necessary).
* Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care, and registration with the Practice, including relevant clinic lists and call/recall systems.
* Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and
ad hoc reports or for identifying target group patients.
* Attend and participate in Practice Meetings as required
* Assist in the formulation of Practice philosophy, strategy and policy.
* To be responsible for the safe use and security of all Practice equipment used in the treatment/consulting rooms and reporting any defects to the Practice Manager
RESEARCH PROJECTS/AUDIT
The Practice Nurse will cooperate and participate as required in any research or audit within the Practice as deemed necessary together with assisting with the requirements of Clinical Governance.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Practice Nurse Manager will be the lead nurse within the organisation with the following tasks:
* to develop, implement and manage evidence based nursing targeted to the needs of the practice population
* to provide clinical leadership, support and motivation to the nursing team
* to ensure maintenance and testing of equipment and advise on new purchases
* to deal with Human Resources matters for the nursing team, including appraisal, performance reviews, annual leave, recruitment, induction, disciplinary matters and training needs of staff within the nursing team.
* to supervise, mentor and support the professional development of staff within the nursing team.
* to participate in clinical supervision
* to develop and implement nursing policies and procedures
* to ensure compliance with CQC standards and other regulatory requirements
* to participate in audits and quality improvement projects
* to ensure clinical members of team are appropriately registered and revalidated
* to manage staff rotas ensuring appropriate levels of staffing to meet demand
* to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and budgetary control
* to chair the monthly Nurses Meeting
* to attend weekly Management Team Meetings
* to attend appropriate nursing forums
Chronic Disease Management, Including The Following Diseases:
* Diabetes
* Respiratory Diseases, including Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
* Chronic Heart Disease
* Hypertension
* Stroke
Tasks
* Identification of Chronic Disease Patients
* Taking a full medical, family and lifestyle history
* Risk Assessments relating to the above conditions
* Advice on clinical management, self-management and health promotion
* Liaison with other agencies as required
VACCINATIONS AND INJECTIONS
* Flu vaccination clinics/any other vaccination clinics as deemed appropriate during flu vaccination season.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
* To comply with the NMC Code Of Professional Conduct and ensuring registration
* To comply with the Policies and Procedures for the storage, control and administration of medicines and controlled drugs.
* To work within the Patient Group or Specific Directives
* Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice Team ensuring that the relevant claim forms are submitted in a timely manner to facilitate claims for payment
* Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded on the clinical record on the computer (or on paper records as necessary).
* Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care, and registration with the Practice, including relevant clinic lists and call/recall systems.
* Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and
ad hoc reports or for identifying target group patients.
* Attend and participate in Practice Meetings as required
* Assist in the formulation of Practice philosophy, strategy and policy.
* To be responsible for the safe use and security of all Practice equipment used in the treatment/consulting rooms and reporting any defects to the Practice Manager
RESEARCH PROJECTS/AUDIT
The Practice Nurse will cooperate and participate as required in any research or audit within the Practice as deemed necessary together with assisting with the requirements of Clinical Governance.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of clinical governance
* Knowledge of CQC requirements
* Knowledge of clinical audits
Experience
Essential
* Up-to-date training in childhood and adult immunisations
* Phlebotomy Training
* Doppler Training
* Wound Care Training
* Health promotion
* ECG Training
* Travel Health
Desirable
* Two years experience in General Practice
* Ear Irrigation
* Family planning
* Smoking cessation
* Evidence of recent updating in primary care
* Experience of EMIS Web
Qualifications
Essential
* RGN Qualification
* Current NMC registration
* Accredited training in Diabetes Management
* Cervical cytology qualification
Desirable
* Management Qualification
* Nurse Prescriber
* Accredited training in Respiratory Management
* Accredited training in CHD Management
* Accredited training in Minor Illness Management (training can be provided)
* Accredited training in anticoagulation management
Behaviours
Essential
* Able to motivate and inspire staff
* Able to create a learning environment
* Smart, polite and confident
* Able to plan and organise
* Able to perform under pressure
* Adaptable
* Able to use initiative
* Positive team working
* Self-motivated
* Flexible
* Confidential and respectful of patient privacy
Skills
Essential
* IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc.)
* Interpersonal skills
* Time Management
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc.)
* Interpersonal skills
* Time Management
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Harbourside Family Practice
Address
2 Haven View
Portishead
Bristol
BS20 7QA
Employer's website
https://www.harboursidefmp.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Harbourside Family Practice
Address
2 Haven View
Portishead
Bristol
BS20 7QA
Employer's website
https://www.harboursidefmp.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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