We are looking for a Practice Nurse who will work as part of the primary healthcare team within a GP practice, delivering high-quality patient-focused nursing care. The role involves managing chronic diseases, delivering preventative care, supporting health promotion, and assisting in clinical procedures in line with NHS standards and guidelines.
Job Summary
Deliver patient‑focused nursing care within primary healthcare, managing chronic conditions, supporting preventative services, and assisting with clinical procedures in accordance with NHS standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide general nursing services including immunisations and cervical screening.
* Undertake chronic disease management (diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension) following national and local protocols.
* Administer vaccines and injections safely.
* Perform health assessments, screenings and NHS health checks.
* Support minor surgery procedures and assist GPs as required.
* Carry out travel health consultations and vaccinations where appropriate.
* Deliver evidence‑based health education and advice to patients.
* Promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention strategies.
* Support patients in self‑management of long‑term conditions.
* Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in line with GDPR and NHS policies.
* Maintain clinical equipment and ensure appropriate stock levels.
* Participate in infection prevention and control procedures.
* Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement and QOF targets.
* Work collaboratively with GPs, HCA, pharmacists and multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
* Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration.
* Experience working in primary care or community settings.
* Competence in immunisations and cervical cytology.
* Knowledge of chronic disease management.
Desirable
* Additional qualifications in chronic disease management (diabetes, asthma).
* Experience with clinical systems such as EMIS.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong clinical and decision‑making skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good organisational and time‑management skills.
* IT literacy and accurate record‑keeping.
Other Requirements
* Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).
* Adherence to NHS policies, clinical governance and safeguarding procedures.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Applicants must undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.
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