About this role
Job summary
Are you an experienced practice nurse looking for a role with maximum flexibility? Then read on!
Our lovely practice nurse is going on maternity leave early September 2026 so we are looking for someone to join our team on a temporary basis for up to 1 year. Ideally you will join the team mid August to allow a short handover period.
We have 1 other nurse (manager) in practice so we're looking for someone who can support her by delivering core practice nurse activity; lots of childhood imms, smears, dressings and long term condition management.
We can be fully flexible on days/hours. Are you a working parent and want term time only? Are you lucky enough to have a holiday home and want to only work 2 weeks per month? Are you looking to semi retire and want to work a few days per week?
We are open to all of these and possibly other working patterns for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
The role will have mixed clinics compromising of
childhood imms and adult vaccinationscervical screeningsLong term condition managementjoint clinics with Diabetic specialist nurse (monthly)home visits - usually only 2 visits per week on the same day (you will need access to a car with business insurance). Car parking is available onsite on visit days only.If you have an area of specialist interest we can hopefully support this too.
When our HCA is on leave you will also need to undertake some short Phlebotomy clinics.
We use SystmOne as our clinical IT system but if you are not familiar with this we can arrange training and support.
About us
Tudor House Medical Practice is in Sherwood, Nottingham and has c7000 patients. The practice is well established and respected in the local area and we love providing care to the many generations of the families that are registered with us.
We are rated highly in both local and national patient survey's for the excellent care and service we provide to our population.
We have 2 GP partners and a diverse multi disciplinary team consisting of GPs, ANPs, PAs, Nurses, HCAs, First contact Physio and Mental health nurse.
We also have a strong non clinical workforce that support our clinicians and deliver an excellent 'front door' service allowing you to focus on patient care
We love a good 'fuddle' (think massive feast!) and we have a never ending supply of tea, toast, crisps and biscuits to keep us going!
If you think you'd fit in and want to know more please give us a call for a chat and maybe arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Job description Job responsibilities
To be responsible for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice including care for elderly and housebound patients.
Working as a senior member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.
The Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, health promotion, as well as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager
b. To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c. To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
a. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
b. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
c. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
d. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
e. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
f. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
g. Provide wound care to patients
h. To review patient medications to enhance compliance
i. To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
j. To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services (as per NHS contacted requirements only)
k. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
l. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
m. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
n. To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
o. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
p. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
q. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
r. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
s. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
t. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
u. To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
v. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
w. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
a. To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
b. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
c. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
d. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Clinical knowledge and skills Essential
Clinical knowledge in the following: Wound care, removal of sutures and staples ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel) Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.) Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly Travel medicine Chronic disease management awareness for: Diabetes Hypertension CHD Asthma Spirometry Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs Chaperone procedure Knowledge of health promotion strategies
Desirable
Broad knowledge of clinical governance Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Strong IT skills, including clinical IT system user skills (we are SystmOne) Clear, polite telephone manner
Desirable
Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes Experience with clinical risk management Personal qualities
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of working autonomously Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Experience of infection prevention and control measures
Desirable
Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients Experience of quality initiatives, i.e., benchmarking
Personal and other Essential
Polite and confident Flexible and co-operative High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of a Practice Nurse Full clean driving licence and access to own car for home visits
Desirable
Motivated, forward thinker Effectively utilise resources
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Desirable
Mentor or teaching qualification Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
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 Tudor House Medical Practice
Address 138 Edwards Lane
Sherwood
Nottingham
NG5 3HU
Employer's website https://www.tudorhousemedical.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)