About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly dedicated team at Foundry Lane Surgery in East Leeds.
Ideally, we are looking for an experienced Practice Nurse who has previous experience of working in General Practice; a nurse who is enthusiastic, organised and is confident to work unsupervised.
Salary - Depending on experience
Working pattern - Tuesday 1pm - 6pm & Friday 8.30am - 6pm
Applications by CV to [email protected]
Closing date: 21.8.26 & Interviews: 7.9.26
Main duties of the job
The role will include management of long-term conditions, cytology, vaccinations, health screening and health promotion.
About us
Foundry Lane Surgery, based in Seacroft, Leeds 14, has a list size of 7652 patients and is a busy, forward-thinking Training Practice.
Our friendly team includes GP Partners, Salaried GPs, FY2 Trainees, GP Registrars, HCA, Reception & Administrative Team and Practice Manager.
We are also supported by our Primary Care Network colleagues who specialise in the proactive care of our patients within our community. They provide coordinated, pro-active and integrated services to our community.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties will include:-
Cervical screening and contraception
Long term condition reviews and health promotion for example diabetes, COPD, BP
Baby/Childhood immunisations and other vaccinations
Travel vaccinations/advice
Wound care and leg ulcer management, dopplers and compression
Stock ordering and management
Attend and participate in training and meetings as required
Adhere to infection control standards and cold chain compliancy
Understand practice and local policies for safeguarding adults and children, referring patients appropriately
Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working in General Practice and an understanding of the role of a Practice Nurse in a GP Surgery Reliability Motivated and able to motivate others Good time management skills Punctuality Able to manage and prioritise workload Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Evidence of IT literacy and keyboard skills Fitness to carry out duties (manual handling and dexterity)
Desirable
Knowledge of QOF Knowledge of SystmOne IPC audit experience
Qualifications Essential
Qualified Nurse with current NMC registration 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Foundry Lane Surgery
Address Foundry Lane Surgery
95 Moresdale Lane
Leeds
LS14 6GG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.foundrylanesurgery.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)