Job Summary
This role is responsible for the delivery of evidence-based nursing services, working as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.
Working autonomously, the Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as public health and screening programmes, including infection prevention and control, chronic disease management, immunisations, health promotion and prevention, well man/woman clinics and cervical screening, Furthermore, they embed population health management approaches within general practice, targeting health inequalities and improving access.
The post-holder will be an integral part of the general practice team, as well as supporting the wider practice nurse network and multi-disciplinary team. They are to participate in formal training events and to promote best practice in their area of expertise as well as supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality nursing care within a GP surgery. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, administering immunisations and vaccinations, managing chronic disease clinics, performing wound care, and supporting health promotion initiatives. The role involves monitoring patient progress, maintaining accurate medical records, and working collaboratively with GPs and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centred care. Practice Nurses also provide advice on lifestyle changes, screening programmes, and preventative healthcare. Strong clinical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently are essential to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care for patients.
About Us
At Vale Medical Group our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate, and patient centred healthcare to our community.
Details
Date posted
19 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£22 to £23.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A
Job locations
Long Clawson Medical Practice
The Sands
Long Clawson
Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire
LE14 4PA
The Stackyard Surgery
1 The Stackyard
Croxton Kerrial
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG321QS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse in delivering health services:
Support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and work to the IPC Policy
Consult with patients and their families to undertake assessments of patient need
Support in the long-term condition management within the organisation, including being involved with quality improvement and assurance initiatives
Develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered with the organisation
Support public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening and also provide opportunistic health promotion advice
Embed population health management approaches within general practice, targeting health inequalities and improving access
As required, provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
Support new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals within the organisation
Teach and advise patients and their families on how to manage their condition
Participate in clinical audits and research projects and implements changes as required, including supporting with the development, and updating of practice protocols/guidelines and procedures locally
Work within national and local protocols where these exist
Recognise the boundaries of their practice and know when and to whom patients should be referred
Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements
Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
Participate in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through incidents and near-miss events
Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance
Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation
Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed
Lead on public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics)
Provide travel advice services
Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with relevant guidance
Maintain chronic disease registers and implement an effective call/recall system
Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
aa. Chaperone patients where necessary
bb. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
cc. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse in delivering health services:
Support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and work to the IPC Policy
Consult with patients and their families to undertake assessments of patient need
Support in the long-term condition management within the organisation, including being involved with quality improvement and assurance initiatives
Develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered with the organisation
Support public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening and also provide opportunistic health promotion advice
Embed population health management approaches within general practice, targeting health inequalities and improving access
As required, provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
Support new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals within the organisation
Teach and advise patients and their families on how to manage their condition
Participate in clinical audits and research projects and implements changes as required, including supporting with the development, and updating of practice protocols/guidelines and procedures locally
Work within national and local protocols where these exist
Recognise the boundaries of their practice and know when and to whom patients should be referred
Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements
Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
Participate in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through incidents and near-miss events
Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance
Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation
Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed
Lead on public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics)
Provide travel advice services
Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with relevant guidance
Maintain chronic disease registers and implement an effective call/recall system
Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
aa. Chaperone patients where necessary
bb. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
cc. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Broad knowledge of general practice and experience of working as a Practice or Community Nurse
Experience with chronic disease management
Experience of working autonomously
Experience of infection prevention and control measures
Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Has evidence of working at the relevant level of practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
Person Specification
Essential
Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Has evidence of working at the relevant level of practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
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
Vale Medical Group
Address
Long Clawson Medical Practice
The Sands
Long Clawson
Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire
LE14 4PA
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Employer details
Employer name
Vale Medical Group
Address
Long Clawson Medical Practice
The Sands
Long Clawson
Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire
LE14 4PA
Employer's website
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