Overview
Our successful, high achieving and innovative Surgery with an ANP/GP Joint Partnership is offering a position for an experienced Practice Nurse to join a busy general practice as part of a dedicated clinical team, alongside friendly and supportive clinical and administrative staff. Approx. 4600 patients.
Main duties of the job
* Work as a member of the nursing team under the guidance of the Clinical Team to support clinical care in a holistic manner for patients registered at Westleigh Medical Practice.
* Act within NMC standards; perform routine patient-care tasks as directed by clinicians, including Cytology Health Checks, Health Promotion, ECGs, Asthma (Peak Flow Readings, Spirometry), Chronic disease management (diabetes, respiratory disease, CVD), routine and childhood immunisations, chaperoning, and assisting patients examined by other clinicians.
* Actively participate in meeting national QoF targets and locum contract targets (IIF/KLOE/DES).
* Demonstrate safe clinical decision-making and assessment/diagnostic skills; employ critical thinking in decision-making.
* Collaborate with the general practice team to meet patient needs, support policy/procedure delivery, and provide nurse leadership as required.
Clinical duties
* Assist in and perform routine tasks; cytology; ECGs; asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry; venepuncture; urinalysis.
* Chronic disease management (diabetes, respiratory disease, CVD); routine adult/child immunisations; chaperoning.
* Request pathology tests; family planning (e.g., annual pill checks, Depo injections).
* Follow agreed clinical protocols with appropriate referrals to senior clinicians or GPs.
* Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs; proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans; diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions; review medication for therapeutic effectiveness per evidence-based practice and protocols.
About Us
Friendly practice team delivering high quality services. Winners of CCG practice of the year 2018; consistent high achievement of clinical indicators; high patient satisfaction; excellent clinical, managerial and administrative support. Training Practice with Gold/Silver Awards – University of Manchester.
Details
* Date posted: 12 August 2025
* Pay scheme: Salary, depending on experience
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible
* Reference number: A2032-25-0001
* Location: Westleigh Medical Practice; 4 12 Westleigh Lane, Westleigh, Leigh, WN7 5JE
* Additional location: The Surgery, 429 Warrington Road, Abram, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 5XB
Job Description
* Part-time Practice Nurse; Hours and salary negotiable.
* Main duties and responsibilities are as listed above.
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Practice Nurse
* Autonomy in Practice Nurse role
* Experience in General Practice
* Assess and manage children, including infants; assess general acute medical conditions
* Telephone consultation/remote working via digital platforms (e.g., Ask My GP)
* Management of patients with complex needs
* Clinical examination skills
Desirable
* Relevant Health Care Degree
* Independent prescribing qualification (not essential)
Confidentiality
Maintain confidentiality of information relating to patients, staff and other users in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations, including outside of work.
Other requirements
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to Rehabilitation of Offenders Act requirements.
* Current UK professional registration (UK Registration).
Employer details
Westleigh Medical Practice; 4 12 Westleigh Lane, Leigh, WN7 5JE. Employer website: Westleigh Medical Practice
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