About this role
Job summary
Practice Nurse
Permanent, Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible)
Interviews are likely to be held on Tuesday 9th June 2026.
We are looking for a kind and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. If you thrive on building meaningful connections with patients, take pride in delivering high-quality, person-centered care, and enjoy collaborating with a close-knit team, this role is for you.
At Clifton Court, we value teamwork, empathy, and a shared commitment to making a difference in our community. You will work alongside our GPs, Lead Nurse, and healthcare assistants in a supportive, forward-thinking practice where your skills and kindness will be truly appreciated.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will:
Provide exceptional, patient-centered care with warmth and professionalism, including ECGs, dressings, cervical smears, vaccinations, wound management, and chronic disease reviews.
Work as part of our collaborative nursing team, contributing to a positive and inclusive environment where everyones voice is heard.
Support patients with chronic conditions, helping them manage their health with empathy, patience, and expertise.
Engage in health promotion and preventive care, empowering patients to make informed choices about their well-being.
Maintain accurate records and adhere to NMC standards, safeguarding, and infection control protocols to ensure the highest level of safety and care.
About us
Clifton Court Medical Practice is a thriving, friendly training practice in Darlington, conveniently located near the town center with excellent transport links. Our multidisciplinary teamincluding GPs, nurse practitioners, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and care coordinators is supported by a dedicated administrative team that ensures smooth operations and a positive work environment.
We are proud of our collaborative culture, where teamwork, mutual respect, and work-life balance are at the heart of everything we do. We regularly come together for team events, training, and development opportunities, fostering a supportive and enjoyable workplace.
Join us and be part of a practice that values kindness, passion, and a shared commitment to our patients and community.
Job description Job responsibilities 1. Clinical Care
Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care across a range of duties, including:
Venepuncture, diagnostic tests (e.g., ECGs, cervical cytology), and specimen handling.
Immunisations and vaccinations (adult, child, and travel).
Wound care, dressings, and chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, respiratory conditions, hypertension).
New patient checks, health assessments, and opportunistic screening.
Administer medications and injections safely and effectively, following Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and practice policies.
Provide holistic, patient-centered assessments, offering advice, support, and signposting to promote health and well-being.
2. Team CollaborationWork closely with colleagues in a supportive and cooperative manner, contributing to a positive team dynamic.
Participate in team meetings, training, and development to share knowledge and grow alongside your peers.
Support junior staff where needed, fostering a culture of learning and mutual respect.
3. Compliance and QualityMaintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records in line with NMC guidelines and practice policies.
Ensure compliance with infection control, safeguarding, and health and safety standards.
Contribute to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and the maintenance of disease registers.
4. Patient CommunicationCommunicate clearly, kindly, and effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues, even in complex or sensitive situations.
Promote self-management and healthy lifestyle choices through empathetic education and support.
Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and dignity in all interactions.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience in general practice nursing. Proven ability in chronic disease management. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Desirable
Experience in Respiratory Long-Term Condition Management or travel health.
Qualifications Essential
NMC Registered Nurse with active registration.
Desirable
Nurse Prescriber qualification. Full UK driving license.
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 Clifton Court Medical Practice
Address Victoria Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL1 5JN
Employer's website https://www.cliftoncourtmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)