We're Hiring: General Practice Nurse
The Blackmore Vale Partnership,
Abbey View Medical Centre, Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8DH.
30 Hours Fixed Term Contract. (Possibility of permanent position in the future).
Are you a passionate, patient-loving, jab-giving, health-promotion hero?
Do you love the smell of fresh dressing packs in the morning?
Can you take blood, do smears, give vaccinations, AND chat about the weather with a smile?
If so – we want YOU to join our fabulous team
About Us:
We're a warm, friendly General Practice with a great sense of humour and a genuine passion for excellent patient care. Our nursing team is at the heart of what we do – and now we're looking for a new superstar to join us
What You'll Be Doing:
* Chronic disease management (diabetes, asthma, hypertension – we love a good template)
* Immunisations and travel health (passport not required)
* Cervical cytology (because screening saves lives)
* Wound care, leg ulcer dressings, compression and suture removal (your bandaging skills will be admired)
* Health promotion and lifestyle support (yes, even for those who "don't really drink"…)
* Working as part of a supportive, fun, multidisciplinary team
About You:
* NMC Registered Nurse (with recent primary care or transferable experience)
* Practice Nurse experience essential. System One knowledge/user desirable.
* A people-person with excellent communication and clinical skills
* Calm under pressure – even when someone says, "I hate needles"
* Organised, proactive, and ready to make a real difference
Perks of the Job:
* Flexible working and great team support
* Access to CPD and training opportunities
* Lovely patients (and the odd grumpy one – but we share those out)
* Free parking / good transport links / decent coffee
Sound like your kind of practice?
We'd love to hear from you. For more information or an informal chat, contact one of our Team Leads at
Salary: Band 6 £35,424.91 to £44,270.97 pro rata depending on experience.
This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references.
Closing date for applications: *
Interviewing
*Please be aware the advert will close earlier than advertised if sufficient applications are received.
(If you have not heard within 3 weeks of this date please assume that you have been unsuccessful this time.)
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £35,424.91-£44,270.97 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person