About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and compassionate full-time Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive Medical Centre comprising approximately 19,500 patients.
The successful candidate will work over 4 days per week and provide high-quality nursing care across a range of services including long-term condition management, immunisations, wound care, health promotion and routine nursing clinics. You will work both independently and as part of the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered care.
We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for training and development, and flexible working where possible.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Practice Nurse is to provide comprehensive nursing care to the practice population, delivering assessment, treatment, health education and chronic disease management in accordance with practice policies, clinical protocols and professional standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Provide nursing assessment, screening, treatment and health education to patients.
Deliver general nursing care independently and alongside GPs and the wider team.
Undertake wound care assessment, planning and ongoing management.
Perform ear examination and irrigation.
Undertake venepuncture where required.
Record ECGs and support interpretation.
Administer childhood and adult vaccinations in accordance with PGDs.
Administer regular injections via PSDs and agreed protocols.
Provide travel health vaccinations, information and advice, subject to training.
Manage and review patients with long-term conditions including CHD, hypertension, asthma, diabetes and COPD.
Undertake Doppler assessments for patients requiring leg ulcer diagnosis and care.
Evaluate care outcomes and adapt care plans in partnership with patients.
This is not an exhaustive list and there are other professional, administrative and clinical duties to take care of, as shown in the Job Description.
About us
Brannam Medical Centre is a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice in the heart of Barnstaple, serving over 19,500 patients. With roots going back nearly 150 years, were proud of our heritage and the place we hold in Barnstaple's community.
We are a leading training practice with a diverse, supportive team of skilled clinicians, nurses, HCAs, pharmacy team members and administrative staff. We combine continuity of care with modern, proactive services including personal patient lists, health promotion, and a strong focus on prevention.
We value teamwork, respect, innovation, and education, and were committed to maintaining a happy and high-performing working environment where both patients and staff thrive. Join us in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a practice that values its people.
We welcome applicants that are currently working in primary care as well as applicants that have come from a hospital or community background.
If you wish to discuss this role further please contact Teresa Sturm, Nurse Manager, email: [email protected]
Closing date 21.5.26 we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Suggested Interview date: 29.5.26
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Provide nursing assessment, screening, treatment and health education to patients.
Deliver general nursing care independently and alongside GPs and the wider team.
Undertake wound care assessment, planning and ongoing management.
Perform ear examination and irrigation.
Undertake venepuncture where required.
Record ECGs and support interpretation.
Administer childhood and adult vaccinations in accordance with PGDs.
Administer regular injections via PSDs and agreed protocols.
Provide travel health vaccinations, information and advice subject to training.
Manage and review patients with long-term conditions including CHD, hypertension, asthma, diabetes and COPD.
Undertake Doppler assessments for patients requiring leg ulcer diagnosis and care.
Evaluate care outcomes and adapt care plans in partnership with patients.
Treatment Room and Equipment
Maintain treatment room stock, equipment and cold chain compliance.
Ensure emergency equipment is available and maintained.
Specimen Collection
Collect and process pathological specimens including blood samples, swabs and smears.
Administrative Responsibilities
Maintain accurate clinical records using SystmOne.
Complete all documentation relating to patient care and registration.
Generate prescriptions in line with protocols.
Support telephone calls, appointment systems and patient queries.
Assist patients with information regarding the practice complaints procedure.
Audit, Research and Development
Participate in audit, research and service improvement projects as required.
Contribute to the development of nursing services within the practice.
Attend and participate in practice meetings.
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain NMC registration and meet revalidation requirements.
Participate in appraisal, clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
Take responsibility for own learning and development.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC Registered Nurse Evidence of CPD Experience working in a primary care or community nursing setting. Excellent clinical and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Competence using clinical IT systems e.g. SystmOne or similar. Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and infection control. Patient-focused with a caring and professional approach. Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload. Flexible, reliable and willing to develop new skills. GCSE x 5 to Grade 4/C or equivalent, including English and Maths. Verbal and written fluency in English.
Desirable
Travel health qualification. Experience of audit or service development in primary care.
Experience Essential
Registered Nurse NMC Evidence of continuing professional development. Experience working in a primary care or community nursing setting. Experience of providing general nursing care and vaccinations. Experience managing patients with long-term conditions. Excellent clinical and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Competence using clinical IT systems e.g. SystmOne or similar. Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and infection control. Patient-focused with a caring and professional approach. Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload. Flexible, reliable and willing to develop new skills. GCSE x 5 to Grade 4/C or equivalent, including English and Maths. Verbal and written fluency in English.
Desirable
Travel health qualification. Experience of audit or service development in primary care.
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 Brannam Medical Centre
Address Brannam Square
Kiln Lane
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 8GP
Employer's website https://www.brannammedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)