Practice Nurse (Prescriber) - General Practice
Location: Essex
Reports to: Regional Nurse Manager
Function: Clinical
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25,000- £48,000
Job Type: Part-time
About the Role
Medacs Healthcare is working with a leading Primary Care Provider who are looking for a Permanent Practice Nurse (Prescriber) to provide expert clinical care, manage chronic conditions, and support patients in a general practice setting. This permanent role offers stability, professional growth, and the opportunity to work within a well-supported healthcare team, ensuring compliance with CQC standards.
About You
You are a patient-focused, experienced Practice Nurse (Prescriber) with a strong commitment to high-quality clinical care. You thrive in both independent and team-based settings, ensuring compliance, supporting patients, and adhering to best practices. Your excellent communication and organisational skills enable you to provide safe, effective treatment while continuing your professional development.
Key Attributes
1. Registered Nurse (RN) status in the UK with significant post-registration experience
2. Strong knowledge of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF)
3. Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
4. Skilled in prescribing and reviewing medication for therapeutic effectiveness
5. Proficient in cervical cytology screening, immunisations, venepuncture, and wound care
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with patients and colleagues
7. Ability to work autonomously while collaborating within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
8. Commitment to patient care, compliance, and clinical governance
9. Right to work in the UK (Visa sponsorship not available)
Key Responsibilities
As a Practice Nurse (Prescriber), you will:
10. Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, and carers, ensuring clear and professional interactions
11. Ensure compliance with infection control procedures, workplace safety, and emergency equipment checks
12. Support health promotion strategies, encouraging preventative care and healthier lifestyles
13. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, ensuring adherence to best practices
14. Conduct cervical cytology screening, immunisations, venepuncture, and wound care
15. Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient confidentiality
16. Collaborate with practice managers and nurse leads to maintain high standards of care
17. Undertake health screening, surveillance, and chronic disease management
18. Provide urgent and emergency care interventions when necessary
Personal Development & Compliance
19. Take responsibility for own professional training and development, including clinical supervision and annual appraisals
20. Assist the Registered Manager with CQC compliance and regulatory requirements
21. Participate in audits to ensure best practice and clinical effectiveness
22. Maintain accurate patient records and ensure adherence to NHS and local health policies
23. Actively contribute to team meetings and practice policies
24. Respect equality, diversity, and patient confidentiality
How to Apply
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
Medacs Healthcare is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.