About this role
Job summary
The Experienced General Practice Nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality, and person-centred care. This role is integral to achieving the objectives of the 2026/27 Network Contract DES, with a focus on continuity of care, health inequalities reduction, digital transformation, and long-term condition (LTC) optimisation.
Full-time (37.5 hours per week), or part-time (minimum of 20 hours per week) considered in line with service requirements.
This role is included within the extended hours provision and will involve working an evening on a rota basis.
Expected interview date: week commencing 2nd November
Please note: this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received
Main duties of the job
The postholder will work as part of the existing practice nurse team on long-term condition management, champion public health and prevention, and embed population health principles within general practice.
They will support the development and supervision of new-to-practice nurses and other multidisciplinary staff, contributing to workforce capability across the Primary Care Network. The role also involves fostering integration with community, secondary, and social care systems to ensure proactive and joined-up care delivery.
The post holder will be working at registered nurse level practice as detailed in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
About us
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) were established in July 2019 as part of the NHS Long Term Plan to improve the quality and accessibility of care by encouraging collaboration among various healthcare services and community organisations.
One of 13 PCNs in Somerset, we are a collaboration of five GP practices in West Mendip: Glastonbury Health Centre, Glastonbury Surgery, Wells City Practice, Wells Health Centre and Vine Surgery Partnership (Street).
At Wells City Practice, you'll be joining a friendly, supportive team committed to providing high-quality patient care. Serving around 8,500 patients, the practice has a 'Good' CQC rating, high levels of patient satisfaction and strong QOF achievement.
Our multidisciplinary team includes six partners, two salaried GPs, a paramedic practitioner, nurses, HCAs, FCP, Clinical Pharmacist and an experienced administrative and management team. We are actively involved in training, research and collaborative working through our local Primary Care Network. We offer opportunities for professional development and training, alongside flexible working arrangements that support a positive work-life balance.
Based in the cathedral city of Wells, the practice offers the opportunity to work in a beautiful part of Somerset, with the Mendip countryside on your doorstep and excellent links to Bath, Bristol and the south coast.
Job description Job responsibilities
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work within the multidisciplinary team on long-term condition management across the PCN, ensuring evidence-based, standardised care aligned with QOF, IIF, and local priorities Support practice teams to identify at-risk patients and implement proactive care plans Support public health and screening programmes, including delivery and uptake of immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening. Work with the PCN team to achieve national targets and reduce variation in outcomes Mentor, support, and supervise new-to-general-practice nurses, student nurses, and other healthcare professionals e.g., nursing associates, HCSWs across the PCN, contributing to induction, professional development, and appraisal processes Work collaboratively across the PCN, actively engaging with community services, secondary care, social care, and voluntary sector providers to ensure integrated and holistic care pathways Undertake mandatory training and CPD to meet NMC revalidation and practice needs Reflect on learning using appropriate frameworks e.g. NMC Code Adhere to CQC standards, infection prevention and control protocols, and safeguarding responsibilities Participate in audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives Maintain confidentiality, information governance, and data protection in line with NHS standards Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC Ensure that their own practice is kept updated, using an acceptable model of clinical supervision Take every opportunity to expand individual practice in line with the principles contained within the Nursing and Midwifery Councils document The Code 2015 or equivalent professional body Communicate with enthusiasm and conviction; in a style that, when relevant, motivates, inspires, and encourages Create a trusting partnership with patients and/or relatives/carers to communicate and explain complex medical issues - including new diagnoses and agree a management/treatment plan Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with doctors or independently to agreed protocols. This would include: o Dressings, care and treatment of minor skin disorders and wounds including removal of sutures.
o Routine intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
o Ear syringing
o Taking blood, scrapings and swabs for laboratory investigation
o Taking cervical smears
o Perform ECGs
o Monitor Warfarin levels via INR Star
o Assist doctors with minor operations
o Take part in immunisation campaigns e.g. flu
o Provide health screening, advising on general healthcare and treatment of minor ailments, referring to a doctor where appropriate
o Keep and maintain patient records via the computer
o Undertake and attend regular appropriate training courses, updates and meetings
ALL POST HOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TO
Adhere to West Mendip PCN policies and procedures, e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities etc. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training Attend statutory, essential and mandatory training Take part in an annual appraisal Respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff. All members of staff are required to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018 Comply with the codes of professional conduct set out by the professional body should registration be required for the post Maintain the prevention and control of infection and fully comply with all current Infection Control policies and procedures Take responsibility for any records that they create or use in the course of their duties, in line with the Public Records Act and be aware that any records created by an employee of the NHS are public records and may be subject to both legal and professional obligations Perform general administrative duties such as locating of clinical files and working with the administrative team as required Document in patient notes in the agreed PCN format Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies or injury to senior staff Strive to maintain quality within the PCN, and alert other team members to issues of quality and risk, assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other services and organisations to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
NOTE
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and may be updated to reflect evolving service needs, following consultation with the post holder. All duties are to be carried out in accordance with West Mendip PCN policies, procedures and guidelines. Routine operational changes do not require amendment.
PROFESSIONAL AND STATUTORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder is expected to maintain confidentiality, uphold equality, diversity and inclusion, and comply with safeguarding, health and safety, risk management and data protection requirements at all times. They are required to work in line with PCN policies, legal obligations and professional standards, engage in relevant training and development, and maintain accurate and secure records.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience in long-term conditions management and quality improvement Supports public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening Supports, mentors, and supervises new-to-practice nurses, students and other healthcare professionals Experience in identifying and supporting vulnerable patients, including mental health and safeguarding cases
Desirable
Experience in leadership and/or clinical supervision delivery
Qualifications Essential
Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
Desirable
Additional qualifications in long-term condition management Experience and understanding of health inequalities for the local population Holds more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives Relevant qualification, accredited training, or a keen interest in diabetes management Mentor qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)
Personal Attributes Essential
Hard-working, motivated and enthusiastic Willingness to undertake education and training to meet the service need and for career progression Possesses a professional manner Genuine interest in the delivery of healthcare to the community Flexibility, reliability and responsive to change Self-motivated and able to show initiative
Desirable
Confidence in working in community-based or non-clinical settings
Other Requirements Essential
Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that is insured for business purposes Able to work across multiple sites as required Willingness to work flexibly to support occasional events or activities outside normal working hours
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Ability to work in a team and autonomously as required Organised and diligent with attention to detail Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, adapting communication to meet the needs of individuals where barriers to understanding may exist Ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy working environment while meeting deadlines Experience of patient education and supporting shared decision-making Digital skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word and Excel) and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to use IT systems to record activity and produce simple reports
Desirable
Knowledge of local community, voluntary and statutory services Awareness of how primary care and Primary Care Networks operate within the NHS Understanding of community development approaches that build on the strengths and assets of individuals and communities Experience of using clinical or health and wellbeing record systems, such as EMIS Understanding of person-centred and personalised care approaches Understanding of the wider determinants of health and how social, economic and environmental factors affect health and wellbeing Displays a creative approach to problem solving
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 West Mendip Primary Care Network
Address Wells City Practice (West Mendip PCN)
Priory Medical Centre
Glastonbury Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1XJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.westmendippcn.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)