Description
Practice Nurse – Primary Care
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Practice Nurse to join a supportive and growing primary care team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, efficient nursing care to patients across a broad range of clinical needs.
The role offers a competitive salary (dependent on experience), pension scheme, and excellent training and development opportunities within a collaborative and professional team.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and thyroid disorders.
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Run immunisation and treatment clinics, including wound care, suture removal, ECGs, and blood pressure monitoring.
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Provide cytology services and family planning advice.
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Maintain clinical areas and equipment, including instrument sterilisation and stock management.
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Keep accurate patient records, both written and electronic.
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Conduct diagnostic procedures according to established protocols.
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Participate in call and recall systems, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
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Support and mentor Health Care Assistants, student nurses, and other staff as appropriate.
Role Requirements
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Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Ability to manage workload independently and seek guidance when needed.
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Deliver patient care in line with local and national clinical guidelines.
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Maintain professional registration with the NMC and adhere to the Code of Conduct.
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Observe strict confidentiality and operate within professional competence.
Person Specification
Essential Experience:
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Working within a nursing team.
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Caring for vulnerable patients.
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Experience managing chronic disease and cytology patients.
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Experience in GP or primary care settings.
Other Requirements:
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Enhanced DBS check.
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Current UK professional registration (NMC).
Job Details
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Salary: Dependent on experience
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Contract: Fixed-term
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Working Pattern: Part-time, flexible