Job Summary
The Alney Practice
We are looking for a Practice Nurse
Do you have or are you looking to achieve specialist qualification relating to Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, Travel Vaccinations, Sexual Health or General Practice Nursing? If so, we would like to hear from you!
The Alney Practice is looking to employ a Practice Nurse to work across 2 sites - Cheltenham Rd and Highnam.
There is one post available (part-time) and we are ideally looking at hiring someone between 17-23 hours p/w.
Benefits include: Medical indemnity, mileage allowance and staff uniform
Hourly rates: dependant on experience and qualifications
Closing Date for application is Friday 18th July 2025.
If you would like more information, please contact Ilyas Piperdy by email or call for an informal chat on 01452 522709.
Main duties of the job
Duties and Responsibilities
To attend either Cheltenham Rd or The Highnam surgery as requested, to provide general practice nursing. These clinics could include general treatment room services including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, immunisations, cervical smears and wound dressings dependent on your competences and qualifications.
About Us
At The Alney Practice we believe in a fair work/life balance. We make time for regular whole team strategic planning/training days.
Our Nursing team consists of 6 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA, and 2 GP Assistants who also do a lot of the HCA roles in their clinical time.
We offer a friendly working environment with plenty of support and competitive pay rates.
Details
Date posted
25 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0226-25-0001
Job locations
16 Cheltenham Road
Gloucester
GL2 0LS
Lassington Lane
Highnam
Gloucester
GL2 8DH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
Job Title: Practice Nurse
Responsible to: Lead Nurse Manager
Responsible for: Providing a general nursing service within The Alney Practice
Job Purpose: To attend practice nurse clinics, providing high quality nursing in a variety of clinical areas.
Duties And Responsibilities
* To attend either Cheltenham Rd or The Highnam surgery as requested, to provide general practice nursing. These clinics could include general treatment room services including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, immunisations and wound dressings dependent on your competences and qualifications.
* To offer patient centred, evidenced based nursing.
* To document all care given in a clear and concise manner using a variety of computer systems.
* To manage the nursing care of patients within general practice clinics, employing personal recall systems suitable to the practices needs. This includes using the practice computer systems for accurate and efficient input of data.
* To work within your own competencies and qualifications in line with the NMC Code.
* To develop and maintain effective communication between the nursing team.
* To work safely at all times in accordance with the NMC, legislative requirements and company policies and procedures.
* To attend regular meetings with the nursing team, if required
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Duties And Responsibilities
* To attend either Cheltenham Rd or The Highnam surgery as requested, to provide general practice nursing. These clinics could include general treatment room services including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, immunisations and wound dressings dependent on your competences and qualifications.
* To offer patient centred, evidenced based nursing.
* To document all care given in a clear and concise manner using a variety of computer systems.
* To manage the nursing care of patients within general practice clinics, employing personal recall systems suitable to the practices needs. This includes using the practice computer systems for accurate and efficient input of data.
* To work within your own competencies and qualifications in line with the NMC Code.
* To develop and maintain effective communication between the nursing team.
* To work safely at all times in accordance with the NMC, legislative requirements and company policies and procedures.
* To attend regular meetings with the nursing team, if required
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Experience of UK Primary Care Nursing
* Practical experience of managing patient centred clinics
* Practical experience and evidence of appropriate knowledge base
* Awareness of National Service Frameworks
* Experience of managing change
* Practical experience of managing health and safety at work
Skills
Essential
* Excellent communication skills (Written and Oral)
* IT skills
* Good Time Management and the ability to work to deadlines
* Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
* Evidence of Problem solving and decision making skills
* Have the ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively
* A good understanding of Audit and willingness to partake in audit
Behaviours
Essential
* Smart, polite and confident
* Planning and organised
* Adaptable
* Using your own initiative but willing to seek advice as necessary
* Team player
* Self-motivated
* Flexible
* Confidentiality
Knowledge
Essential
* Broad non-specific nursing knowledge base
* An understanding of Clinical Governance and Infection Control
Qualifications
Essential
* Qualifications
* RN (Adult)
* Membership of professional body (NMC)
* Full UK Driving Licence
Person Specification
Essential
* Qualifications
* RN (Adult)
* Membership of professional body (NMC)
* Full UK Driving Licence
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
The Alney Practice
Address
16 Cheltenham Road
Gloucester
GL2 0LS
Employer's website
https://thealneypractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Alney Practice
Address
16 Cheltenham Road
Gloucester
GL2 0LS
Employer's website
https://thealneypractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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