Practice Nurse - Compass House Medical Centres
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Compass House. We welcome applications from both experienced Practice Nurses and nurses looking to train and develop their career in primary care.
This is a permanent role, with flexible hours ranging from 27 to 36 hours per week, across 3 to 4 days (8am6pm), including Fridays and participation in our Tuesday Enhanced Access clinic until 8pm on a rota basis.
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Compass House. We welcome applications from both experienced Practice Nurses and nurses looking to train and develop their career in primary care.
This is a permanent role, with flexible hours ranging from 27 to 36 hours per week, across 3 to 4 days (8am6pm), including Fridays and participation in our Tuesday Enhanced Access clinic until 8pm on a rota basis.
Why Join Us?
* Were a thriving, CQC Outstanding-rated practice with a growing list size of 15,000+ patients
* Based in a modern, purpose-built health centre in beautiful Brixham
* Proud to be an Investors in People Gold-accredited organisation committed to supporting and developing our team
* Focused on innovation, patient care, and professional growth
For an informaldiscussion about the opportunity please contact our Practice Nurse Manager Emma O'Hare, (emma.ohare1@nhs.net).
Main duties of the job
Working in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, the post-holder will:
* Provide assessment, treatment, screening, health promotion, and education
* Offer high-quality nursing care and advice to our patient population
* Be part of a collaborative, patient-focused multidisciplinary team
Full details of the role are outlined in the attached Role Profile.
About us
Compass House is a dynamic, forward-thinking GP practice with:
* An excellent clinical and administrative support team
* High patient satisfaction scores
* Low staff turnover
* A strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development
We are excited about the future and looking for a nurse who shares our passion for delivering outstanding care.
Closing date for this role is 16th July 2025, although we reserve the right to close any vacancies from furtherapplication when we have received a suitable number of applications from whichto make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply as soon as possible if you wish tobe considered for this role. Please apply by CV and covering letter to emma.ohare1@nhs.net, explaining why youare the right candidate for the job.
Please note we gather and process the personal data of job applicantsas part of the recruitment process. For further information please request acopy of our GDPR Privacy Notice.
If you require any information in an alternative format i.e. large font,please contact our Practice Support Manager, Kaye Clarke (kaye.clarke@nhs.net).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include but not limited to:
Management of chronic diseases / wound care / patient health checks / risk assessments / health screening / travel health / immunisations / venepuncture / ECG's
Please see attached Role Profile.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* A demonstrable commitment to professional development.
* Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines.
* Working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
* Multi-skilled approach to Chronic Disease Management.
* Experience of working in Primary Care.
* Respiratory experience or willingness to learn an advantage.
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge and understanding of current national developments and trends in health care, quality assurance and practice development.
* Clinical skills as part of Practice Nurse duties.
Qualifications
Essential
* NMC Registration.
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 seeNHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Compass House Medical Centres
Address
Compass House Medical Centres
King Street
Brixham
Devon
TQ5 9TF
Employer's website
https://www.compasshousemedical.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
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