About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse to join our clinical team at St James Medical Centre. This role offers an opportunity for a skilled nurse to work within a supportive general practice environment, delivering a broad range of nursing services to our registered patient population across both of our practices in Croydon and New Addington.
The successful candidate will work alongside GPs and the wider practice team to provide planned and preventative care, support patients with long-term conditions and contribute to improving health outcomes within our community.
This is a varied role requiring clinical expertise, good judgement and the ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with colleagues and patients. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering excellent standards of nursing care and supporting the continued development of primary care services.
We welcome applications from nurses who are enthusiastic about general practice nursing and who are keen to contribute to a positive and forward-thinking team.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work alongside GPs and the wider practice team to provide planned and preventative care, support patients with long-term conditions and contribute to improving health outcomes within our community.
This is a varied role requiring clinical expertise, good judgement and the ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with colleagues and patients. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering excellent standards of nursing care and supporting the continued development of primary care services.
The Practice Nurse will provide a range of clinical services to patients registered with St James Medical Centre, working as part of the wider healthcare team to deliver safe and effective care.We welcome applications from nurses who are enthusiastic about general practice nursing and who are keen to contribute to a positive and forward-thinking team.
The Practice Nurse will provide a range of clinical services to patients registered with St James Medical Centre, working as part of the wider healthcare team to deliver safe and effective care.
The post holder will undertake nursing assessments, develop care plans and support the management of patients with long-term conditions, including diabetes, respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease and hypertension. They will deliver preventative healthcare services including immunisations, cervical screening, NHS health checks and health promotion advice.
About us
St James Medical Centre is a well-established GP practice serving the local community in Croydon. We provide a comprehensive range of NHS primary care services, working to improve the health and wellbeing of our registered population through accessible, proactive and coordinated care.
Our practice team includes GPs, nursing staff, healthcare assistants and a range of wider healthcare professionals who work together to deliver effective care and support patients across all stages of life. We work closely with local healthcare partners and community services to ensure patients receive appropriate support and continuity of care.
As a busy general practice, we are committed to developing and improving the services we provide. We encourage innovation, teamwork and a culture where staff are supported to share ideas, develop their skills and contribute to improving patient services.
We are proud to serve a diverse patient population and are committed to providing inclusive healthcare that recognises and responds to the needs of our community.
Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide safe, effective, and patient-centred nursing care in a primary care setting
Undertake long-term condition management clinics including (but not limited to) diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease
Perform cervical screening in line with the NHS Cervical Screening Programme
Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations
Carry out wound care, dressings, and minor injury management
Support health promotion and disease prevention activities, including lifestyle advice and patient education
Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with practice policies
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web
Professional Responsibilities
Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times
Maintain up-to-date professional registration, revalidation, and CPD
Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, and personal development planning
Actively engage in training, reflective practice, and continuous learning
Support students, new starters, and colleagues as appropriate
Quality, Governance, and Safety
Contribute to QOF, enhanced services, and local incentive schemes
Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and service evaluation
Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control
Comply with all practice policies, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks
Support CQC standards, including Safe, Effective, and Well-Led domains
Team Working and Communication
Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists and the wider PCN team
Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
Contribute positively to a supportive and respectful team culture
Use digital systems and data to support clinical decision-making and service improvement
Technology and Innovation
Use clinical systems (EMIS Web, Accurx, NHS systems) effectively and accurately
Engage with digital tools and new ways of working to improve efficiency and patient experience
Support data-driven approaches to long-term condition management and recall systems
Confidentiality and Information Governance
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR and NHS guidance
Ensure information is recorded, stored, and shared appropriately
Other Responsibilities
Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role
Flexibility to support service delivery in line with practice needs
Health & Safety
Take reasonable care for own health and safety and that of others
Report incidents, near misses, and concerns in line with practice policy
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Experience Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration - Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
-Previous experience working in an NHS GP practice -Experience supporting QOF, enhanced services, or local incentive schemes -Experience working within a multidisciplinary or PCN team -Experience contributing to clinical audits or quality improvement projects -Experience using EMIS Web and AccuRx -Sound knowledge of primary care nursing and NHS clinical pathways -Ability to deliver evidence-based care in line with national and local guidelines -Understanding of infection prevention and control in a GP surgery setting -Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities for adults and children
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 St James Medical Centre
Address 189A St James Road
Croydon
Surrey
CR0 2BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stjamesmedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)