About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly, patient-focused GP practice in Windsor for four sessions per week.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Practice Nurse with a special interest in diabetes management to become an integral member of our multidisciplinary team. You will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care while supporting patients with long-term conditions to achieve the best possible health outcomes.
We pride ourselves on providing a supportive working environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop their skills through ongoing education and professional development.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will
Lead and deliver diabetes clinics, including annual reviews and ongoing monitoring.
Support patients with Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes and cardiovascular risk reduction.
Develop personalised care plans and provide education to promote self-management.
Undertake chronic disease management clinics, including hypertension, asthma and COPD (where competent).
Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations.
Perform cervical cytology (if qualified).
Undertake NHS Health Checks.
Carry out venepuncture, wound care, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring and other routine nursing procedures.
Provide health promotion advice including smoking cessation, weight management and healthy lifestyle interventions.
Maintain accurate clinical records using the practice clinical system.
Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, healthcare assistants and the wider primary care team.
Participate in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities.
Act as the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead for the practice, ensuring compliance with infection prevention policies, audits, training and best practice.
About us
We are a friendly, supportive GP practice with a welcoming team and a positive working environment where everyone is valued. We believe that looking after our staff is just as important as looking after our patients, and we enjoy working together to provide the best possible care.
Our philosophy is to empower patients to take an active role in managing their own health by providing the knowledge, support and tools they need to make informed decisions about their care. We build strong relationships with our patients and are committed to delivering compassionate, personalised care.
As a digitally forward-thinking practice, we embrace innovation and are always open to new ideas that improve the patient experience and enhance the services we provide. We encourage all members of our team to share ideas, contribute to service development and help shape the future of our practice.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Description
Job Title - Practice Nurse (Diabetes Special Interest)
Location - Windsor, Berkshire
Reports To
Lead GP Partner/Practice Manager
Hours
Part-Time 4 sessions per week (approximately 18-20 hours)
Contract
Permanent
Salary
£22.00£24.00 per hour (dependent on experience), including paid lunch break.
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care within the practice, with a particular focus on diabetes management and long-term condition care. The post holder will lead diabetes services, support patients in achieving optimal health outcomes through education and self-management, and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care across the practice population.
The Practice Nurse will work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, healthcare assistants and other members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver preventative, therapeutic and health promotion services. The post holder will also act as the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead for the practice.
Key Responsibilities
Diabetes Management
Lead and manage diabetes clinics for patients with Type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes. Undertake annual diabetes reviews and ongoing monitoring. Support effective management of cardiovascular risk factors associated with diabetes. Develop and implement personalised care plans. Provide education and support to empower patients to self-manage their condition. Monitor treatment outcomes and refer appropriately where necessary. Chronic Disease Management
Deliver chronic disease management clinics in accordance with national and local guidelines. Monitor and manage patients with: Hypertension Asthma Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Other long-term conditions within scope of competence. Support achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and enhanced services delivery. Clinical Practice
Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations. Undertake cervical cytology screening where qualified. Carry out NHS Health Checks. Perform venepuncture and blood sample collection. Undertake wound assessment and management. Record and interpret blood pressure measurements. Perform electrocardiograms (ECGs). Deliver routine nursing treatments and procedures within professional competence. Health Promotion
Promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention. Provide advice and support relating to: Smoking cessation Weight management Physical activity Healthy eating Cardiovascular risk reduction Encourage patient engagement in preventative healthcare programmes.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
Act as the practice IPC Lead. Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control policies and procedures. Coordinate IPC audits and action plans. Provide advice and training to practice staff. Maintain awareness of current legislation, guidance and best practice.
Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using the practice clinical system. Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and service development activities. Contribute to risk management and significant event reviews where appropriate. Support implementation of evidence-based practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
Team Working
Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as required. Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues. Maintain professional relationships that promote integrated patient care.
Professional Responsibilities
The post holder will:
Adhere to the NMC Code and professional standards. Maintain current NMC registration. Work within the scope of professional competence. Participate in appraisal and revalidation processes. Undertake continuing professional development to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and NHS information governance requirements.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Accredited qualification or diploma in Diabetes Care.
Experience
Minimum of two years' experience as a Practice Nurse within a UK General Practice setting. Demonstrable experience managing patients with diabetes in primary care. Experience of chronic disease management. Experience administering immunisations and vaccinations. Experience in venepuncture and wound care.
Knowledge and Skills
Sound understanding of diabetes management and current clinical guidelines. Knowledge of chronic disease management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Desirable Criteria
Qualifications
Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300). Cervical Cytology qualification.
Experience
Experience using EMIS Web. Experience delivering QOF and Enhanced Services. Experience initiating or managing injectable diabetes therapies. Experience leading infection prevention and control activities.
Working Relationships
The post holder will work closely with:
GP Partners Salaried GPs Practice Manager Clinical Pharmacists Healthcare Assistants Administrative Team Community and Secondary Care Services Patients and Carers
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Minimum of 2 years experience working as a Practice Nurse within UK General Practice. Proven experience managing diabetes in primary care. Diploma or accredited qualification in Diabetes Care (essential). Competent in chronic disease management. Experience in immunisations and vaccinations. Venepuncture and wound care skills. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centred care.
Desirable
Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification (V300). Cervical cytology qualification. Experience using EMIS Web. Experience delivering QOF and enhanced services. Experience initiating or managing injectable diabetes therapies.
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 Sheet Street Surgery
Address Sheet Street Surgery
21 Sheet Street
Windsor
Berkshire
SL4 1BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://sheetstreetsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)