We invite applications from experienced nurses (Band 6 only) and our salary range of £40,630 to £48,060 per annum reflects that. Our pay scales closely mirror A4C scales. We will consider applicants for a Job Share as well as a candidate seeking a full time post.
Oak Tree Surgery is seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly primary care team. This role involves delivering high‑quality nursing care within a busy GP practice, including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, wound care, and health promotion.
You will work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff to support patient wellbeing and preventative care, while contributing to quality improvement within the practice.
Job Summary
The Practice Nurse is responsible for delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based nursing care to patients registered at Oak Tree Surgery. Working as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team, the post‑holder will provide holistic care, support long‑term condition management, promote health and wellbeing, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver chronic disease management clinics for conditions such as diabetes, asthma, COPD, and hypertension (training provided).
* Administer childhood and adult immunisations in accordance with national guidance.
* Undertake cervical cytology screening.
* Provide wound care management, including dressings and suture removal.
* Carry out health checks and other preventative health screenings.
* Perform travel health assessments and vaccinations where trained.
* Provide lifestyle advice and health promotion interventions.
* Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
* Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards.
* Assist in the delivery of research projects (training provided).
* Deliver patient‑centred care respecting dignity, diversity, and confidentiality.
* Provide clear health education and self‑management support.
* Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider healthcare team.
* Support patients in shared decision‑making about their care.
* Participate in QI projects, clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives.
* Maintain compliance with infection prevention and control policies.
* Work within NMC Code and professional scope of practice.
* Engage in significant event analysis and learning processes.
* Collaborate with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and administrative staff.
* Support mentoring and supervision of junior staff or students where appropriate.
* Attend and contribute to practice meetings.
Person Specification
* Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
* Competence in immunisations and cervical cytology (or willingness to train).
* Experience in long‑term condition management (or willingness to train).
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
* Experience in primary care.
* Experience with EMIS clinical system.
* Independent prescribing qualification.
Professional Development
The post‑holder will be supported in maintaining professional registration and continuing professional development (CPD). Opportunities to develop specialist interests aligned with practice needs will be encouraged.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no previous convictions.
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