We're Hiring: General Practice Nurse
The Blackmore Vale Partnership,
Abbey View Medical Centre, Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8DH.
31 Hours Fixed Term Maternity Cover
(Expected start date November/December.)
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)
* 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: £34, £42,568.24 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: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: £34,062.41-£42,568.24 per year
Expected hours: 31 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person