Role Overview:As a Practice Nurse, you'll play a vital role in the delivery of chronic disease management and general treatment room services. A particular interest or specialism in diabetes is highly desirable, though a broad knowledge across all chronic conditions (including Asthma, COPD, and CHD) is preferred. Training and support will be available and expected where upskilling is required.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
* Health promotion and patient education
* Chronic disease management (including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD)
* Childhood immunisations
* Cervical cytology and smear tests
* Supporting Enhanced Access sessions as part of our extended hours offering
About Us:
* Team Environment: Strong collaborative working across GPs, nurses, and our on-site community team; weekly MDT meetings
* Clinical Services: CQC-rated Good, high QOF performance, in-house minor surgery, LARC clinics, on-site Physio and pharmacy support
* Systems & Development: EMIS Web, regular team meetings (SEAs, safeguarding, palliative care, clinical discussions)
* Specialty Clinics: Dedicated clinics for CHD, LVSD, COPD, and diabetes; full sexual health provision
* Facilities: Dispensing site, on-site physio, and a proactive approach to clinical governance and professional development
If you are a motivated Practice Nurse looking to grow your skills in a progressive, team-oriented practiceparticularly with a passion for diabetes carewed love to hear from you.
About us
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our large, modern, and dynamic team in the thriving market town of Frodsham, Cheshire. Working within a friendly and supportive environment, youll be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes 10 GPs, 5 ANPs and a highly skilled nursing team, all committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
We are an accredited training practice and a key member of a two-practice Primary Care Network (PCN), offering a wide range of enhanced services to a diverse patient population.
Job responsibilities
Role Overview: As a Practice Nurse, you'll play a vital role in the delivery of chronic disease management and general treatment room services. A particular interest or specialism in diabetes is highly desirable, though a broad knowledge across all chronic conditions (including Asthma, COPD, and CHD) is preferred. Training and support will be availableand expectedwhere upskilling is required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Health promotion and patient education
* Chronic disease management (including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD)
* Childhood immunisations
* Cervical cytology and smear tests
* Supporting Enhanced Access sessions as part of our extended hours offering
Person Specification
Experience
* Registered Nurse (NMC registration)
* Previous experience working as a Practice Nurse or in a primary care setting
* Knowledge and experience in managing long-term conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, CHD, Diabetes)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Proficient IT skills and experience using clinical systems (e.g. EMIS Web or equivalent)
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to undertake further training
* Special interest or qualification in diabetes management
* Experience running or supporting chronic disease clinics, particularly for diabetes
* Experience contributing to QOF achievement
* Knowledge of Enhanced Access services and flexible to work during extended hours if required
* Familiarity with clinical governance processes (e.g. SEAs, audits)
* Evidence of continued professional development in chronic disease or primary care nursing
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.
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