About this role
Job summary Job Summary
We are looking for a Practice Nurse who will work as part of the primary healthcare team within a GP practice, delivering high-quality, patient-focused nursing care. The role involves managing chronic diseases, delivering preventative care, supporting health promotion, and assisting in clinical procedures, in line with NHS standards and guidelines.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Duties
Provide general nursing services including immunisations, and cervical screening.Undertake chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension) in line with national and local protocols.Administer vaccines and injections safely and effectively.Perform health assessments, screenings, and NHS health checks.Support minor surgery procedures and assist GPs when required.Carry out travel health consultations and vaccinations where appropriate.Patient Care & Health Promotion
Deliver evidence-based health education and advice to patients.Promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention strategies.Support patients in self-management of long-term conditions.Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in line with GDPR and NHS policies.
Main duties of the job
Patient Care & Health Promotion
Deliver evidence-based health education and advice to patients.Promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention strategies.Support patients in self-management of long-term conditions.Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in line with GDPR and NHS policies.Practice Support
Maintain clinical equipment and ensure appropriate stock levels.Participate in infection prevention and control procedures.Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement, and QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) targets.Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications & ExperienceEssential
Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration.Experience working in primary care or community settings.Competence in immunisations, cervical cytology.Knowledge of chronic disease management.Desirable
Additional qualifications in chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma).Experience with clinical systems such as EMIS.
Skills & CompetenciesStrong clinical and decision-making skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Good organisational and time management skills.IT literacy and accurate record-keeping.
Other RequirementsCommitment to continuous professional development (CPD).Adherence to NHS policies, clinical governance, and safeguarding procedures.
About us
Our GP practice provides comprehensive primary care services to a diverse patient population, focusing on high-quality, patient-centred care. We offer a wide range of services including routine consultations, chronic disease management, preventative care, and health promotion. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to ensure patients receive timely and effective support, with an emphasis on accessibility, continuity of care, and maintaining strong links with the wider NHS and community services.
Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Provide general nursing services including immunisations, and cervical screening.Undertake chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension) in line with national and local protocols.Administer vaccines and injections safely and effectively.Perform health assessments, screenings, and NHS health checks.Support minor surgery procedures and assist GPs when required.Carry out travel health consultations and vaccinations where appropriate.Patient Care & Health Promotion
Deliver evidence-based health education and advice to patients.Promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention strategies.Support patients in self-management of long-term conditions.Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in line with GDPR and NHS policies.Practice Support
Maintain clinical equipment and ensure appropriate stock levels.Participate in infection prevention and control procedures.Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement, and QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) targets.Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration. Experience working in primary care or community settings. Competence in immunisations, cervical cytology, and basic treatment room skills. Knowledge of chronic disease management.
Desirable
Additional qualifications in chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma). Experience with clinical systems such as EMIS.
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 Stretton Medical Centre
Address 5 Hatton Lane
Stretton
Warrington
Cheshire
WA4 4NE
Employer's website https://www.strettonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)