About this role
Job summary
Job Summary -Pathfields Medical Group is looking for a qualified Registered Nurse to join our friendly, forward-thinking, and supportive multidisciplinary team as a Practice Nurse.This role would particularly suit a Practice Nurse with experience in, or a strong interest in, Learning Disability health reviews and chronic disease management. However, we are equally keen to hear from qualified nurses who are motivated to develop these skills, and we will provide the support and training needed to help you achieve this.We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for patients with complex needs and reducing health inequalities within our community.You will play a key role in delivering high-quality primary care services, supporting patients with long-term conditions, promoting preventative healthcare, and contributing to the ongoing development of patient-centred services within the practice.Essential requirement: Applicants must be a qualified Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of a range of clinical services including:
Chronic disease management clinics (e.g. Diabetes / Asthma / COPD) Learning Disability health checks reviews and assessments Immunisation and vaccination programmes (adult and childhood) Womens health services including cervical cytology and contraception advice Wound care including doppler assessments Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Preferred Skills and Experience (training and development can be supported)
Experience working in primary care as a Practice Nurse Experience managing chronic disease and long-term condition reviews Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes Experience in, or an interest in developing skills in, Learning Disability health reviews and assessments Understanding of clinical governance, evidence-based practice, and Patient Group Directions (PGDs) Personal Attributes
Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider multidisciplinary team
About us
About Us
We are an ambitious and diverse GP Practice Network providing care to over 30,000 patients across six sites in Plymouth.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
GPs Advanced Nurse Practitioners Practice Nurses Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians Paramedics and Physiotherapists Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomists Patient services and administrative teamsWith around 140 staff across the organisation, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to bring new ideas and contribute to improving services for patients.
Working at Pathfields means being part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Why join us?
A genuinely supportive and inclusive team culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised
Strong clinical leadership, with an experienced Lead Nurse providing mentorship and guidance Opportunities for professional development and training, including support to develop specialist skills in Learning Disability health checks and chronic disease management A varied role with opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement Working within a progressive PCN and multidisciplinary team, giving access to a wide skill mix and collaborative working A practice committed to innovation and improving patient outcomes
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Summary
Pathfields Medical Group is looking for a qualified Registered Nurse to join our friendly, forward-thinking, and supportive multidisciplinary team as a Practice Nurse.
This role would particularly suit a Practice Nurse with experience in, or a strong interest in, Learning Disability health reviews and chronic disease management. However, we are equally keen to hear from qualified nurses who are motivated to develop these skills, and we will provide the support and training needed to help you achieve this.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for patients with complex needs and reducing health inequalities within our community.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality primary care services, supporting patients with long-term conditions, promoting preventative healthcare, and contributing to the ongoing development of patient-centred services within the practice.
Essential requirement: Applicants must be a qualified Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
Key Responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of a range of clinical services including:
Chronic disease management clinics (e.g. Diabetes / Asthma / COPD) Learning Disability health checks reviews and assessments Immunisation and vaccination programmes (adult and childhood) Womens health services including cervical cytology and contraception advice Wound care including doppler assessments
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Preferred Skills and Experience (training and development can be supported)
Experience working in primary care as a Practice Nurse Experience managing chronic disease and long-term condition reviews Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes Experience in, or an interest in developing skills in, Learning Disability health reviews and assessments Understanding of clinical governance, evidence-based practice, and Patient Group Directions (PGDs) Personal Attributes
Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Essential requirement: Applicants must be a qualified Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
Desirable
Preferred Skills and Experience -Experience working in primary care as a Practice Nurse -Experience managing chronic disease and long-term condition reviews -Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes -Experience in, or an interest in developing skills in, Learning Disability health reviews and assessments -Understanding of clinical governance, evidence-based practice, and Patient Group Directions (PGDs)
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 Pathfields Medical Group
Address Laira Surgery
95 Pike Road
Plymouth
Devon
PL3 6HG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.pathfields.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)