Job Summary
Are you a caring and experienced Practice Nurse looking for a new opportunity in afriendly and supportiveenvironment?
Burgess Road Surgery is a close-knit GP practice in Southampton, and we have an exciting opening for aPractice Nurseto join our friendly team. This part-time position is approximately18 hours per week, and we are flexible about how those hours are arranged.
Main duties of the job
Were Looking For An NMC-registered Practice Nurse:
Help with Chronic Disease Clinics, Support patients with long-term conditions
Interest in Respiratory & Diabetes Care
Provide General Treatment Room Care, Carry out some of the usual practice nurse duties.
About Us
Burgess Road Surgery is a close-knit GP practice in Southampton, and we have an exciting opening for aPractice Nurseto join our friendly team. This part-time position is approximately18hours per week, and we are flexible about how those hours are arranged.
About Burgess Road Surgery
Burgess Road Surgery is a well-established, family-friendly GP practice serving approx. 10,000 patients in the north of the city. We are committed to high-quality patient care and continuous improvement.
Details
Date posted
02 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A5505-25-0000
Job locations
357A Burgess Road
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 3BD
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The Role of a Practice Nurse in Primary Care
APractice Nurseis a highly skilled and essential member of the primary care team, delivering a wide range of clinical services that support patient health and well-being. They work closely with GPs, Nursing Associates, and Healthcare Assistants to provide preventative care, manage long-term conditions, and deliver essential health services to patients of all ages.
Why is the Role of a Practice Nurse Important?
Practice Nursesenhance patient care, reduce GP workload, and contribute significantly to the prevention and early detection of health conditions. Their expertise in chronic disease management, cervical screening, and immunisations ensures that patients receivesafe, effective, and proactive carewithin the community.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Chronic Disease Management
Practice Nurses Play a Crucial Role Inmonitoring And Managing Long-term Conditions, Ensuring Patients Receive Personalised Care And Education To Help Them Manage Their Health. This Includes:
* Conductingannual reviewsfor patients withdiabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
* Performingblood pressure monitoring, FENO and spirometryto assess and track disease progression.
* Offeringlifestyle advice, including smoking cessation and weight management.
* Supporting patients inself-managementof their conditions through education and action plans.
Cervical Screening
As part of theNational Cervical Screening Programme, our Practice Nurses:
* Performcervical smear teststo detect early signs of cervical cancer.
* Providepatient education and reassurance, addressing any concerns about the procedure.
* Ensureaccurate record-keeping and referralfor any abnormal results.
Child Immunisations
Our Practice Nurses are responsible foradministering routine childhood vaccinationsto protect against serious illnesses,
Other Responsibilities:
* Wound Care & DressingsManaging minor wound care and simple dressings.
* Contraceptive & Sexual HealthOffering guidance on contraception, STI testing, and reproductive health.
* Health Promotion & ScreeningSupporting NHS Health Checks, smoking cessation support, and weight management.
* Supporting Minor ProceduresAssist GPs during minor surgical procedures and implant insertions/removals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Responsibilities:
* Wound Care & DressingsManaging minor wound care and simple dressings.
* Contraceptive & Sexual HealthOffering guidance on contraception, STI testing, and reproductive health.
* Health Promotion & ScreeningSupporting NHS Health Checks, smoking cessation support, and weight management.
* Supporting Minor ProceduresAssist GPs during minor surgical procedures and implant insertions/removals.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* NMC registered
Experience
Essential
* Experienced PN
* Experience in respiratory/asthma/COPD
Person Specification
Essential
* Experienced PN
* Experience in respiratory/asthma/COPD
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
Burgess Road Surgery
Address
357A Burgess Road
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 3BD
Employer's website
https://www.burgessroadsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Burgess Road Surgery
Address
357A Burgess Road
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 3BD
Employer's website
https://www.burgessroadsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr