About this role
Job summary
Totton Primary Care Network is seeking an experienced and motivated Frailty Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivery of proactive, high-quality care to our frail and elderly population.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experience Frailty Nurse to join our established Primary Care Network (PCN). We serve the people of Totton and surrounding areas, including the outer parts of the New Forest, with a population of approximately 37,000 patients. We are an expanding and progressive organisation with excellent patient care as our central value. We are seeking to expand our care and support the delivery of pro-active, high quality care to our patients. This role is central to improving outcomes for patients living with frailty through early identification, personalised care planning, and coordinated working across primary, community, and secondary care services.
Main duties of the job
Undertake comprehensive frailty assessments, including clinical, functional, psychological, and social aspects of care. Develop, implement, and regularly review personalised care and support plans in collaboration with patients, carers, and the wider MDT. Provide clinical reviews and ongoing monitoring for patients identified as moderately or severely frail. Support admission avoidance through early intervention, escalation planning, and coordination with community and acute services. Contribute to anticipatory care planning, including end-of-life and advance care planning where appropriate. Work closely with GPs, ANPs, Care Coordinators, Social Prescribers, pharmacists, and community teams.
Participate in MDT meetings, case discussions, and proactive care planning forums. Act as a clinical resource for frailty-related advice within the PCN. Liaise with secondary care, community services, and voluntary sector organisations to ensure seamless care pathways. Contribute to the development and delivery of PCN frailty services in line with DES requirements.
Support quality improvement initiatives related to frailty and proactive care. Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in patient records. Maintain awareness of current best practice, guidelines, and evidence relating to frailty care.
About us
We have an exciting opportunity for an experience Frailty Nurse to join our established Primary Care Network (PCN). We serve the people of Totton and surrounding areas, including the outer parts of the New Forest, with a population of approximately 37,000 patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive frailty assessments, including clinical, functional, psychological, and social aspects of care. Develop, implement, and regularly review personalised care and support plans in collaboration with patients, carers, and the wider MDT. Provide clinical reviews and ongoing monitoring for patients identified as moderately or severely frail. Support admission avoidance through early intervention, escalation planning, and coordination with community and acute services. Contribute to anticipatory care planning, including end-of-life and advance care planning where appropriate.
Multidisciplinary & Collaborative Working
Work closely with GPs, ANPs, Care Coordinators, Social Prescribers, pharmacists, and community teams. Participate in MDT meetings, case discussions, and proactive care planning forums. Act as a clinical resource for frailty-related advice within the PCN. Liaise with secondary care, community services, and voluntary sector organisations to ensure seamless care pathways.
Service Development & Quality
Contribute to the development and delivery of PCN frailty services in line with DES requirements. Support quality improvement initiatives related to frailty and proactive care. Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in patient records. Maintain awareness of current best practice, guidelines, and evidence relating to frailty care.
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain NMC registration and adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Take responsibility for own professional development and mandatory training. Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, and revalidation processes. Work within PCN policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Experience working with older adults and/or patients living with frailty Experience of clinical assessment and care planning Experience working within primary care, community services, or a similar healthcare setting Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills Knowledge of frailty, long-term conditions, and proactive care approaches Ability to work autonomously and manage a clinical caseload Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Good IT skills and ability to maintain accurate clinical records Organised, flexible, and adaptable approach to work Patient-centred and compassionate care approach Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise competing demands Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion Willingness to travel between PCN sites as required Commitment to ongoing professional development Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Hold a valid driving licence with own car and business insurance to use for home visits.
Desirable
Experience of proactive or anticipatory care Experience working with care homes or long-term conditions Experience of working within a PCN or MDT setting Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience Non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards Knowledge of PCN structures and DES requirements Understanding of population health and personalised care
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Experience working with older adults and/or patients living with frailty Experience of clinical assessment and care planning Experience working within primary care, community services, or a similar healthcare setting Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills Knowledge of frailty, long-term conditions, and proactive care approaches Ability to work autonomously and manage a clinical caseload Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Good IT skills and ability to maintain accurate clinical records Organised, flexible, and adaptable approach to work Patient-centred and compassionate care approach Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise competing demands Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion Willingness to travel between PCN sites as required Commitment to ongoing professional development Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Hold a valid driving licence with own car and business insurance to use for home visits.
Desirable
Experience of proactive or anticipatory care Experience working with care homes or long-term conditions Experience of working within a PCN or MDT setting Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience Non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards Knowledge of PCN structures and DES requirements Understanding of population health and personalised 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 Testvale Surgery
Address 12 Salisbury Road
Totton
Southampton
SO40 3PY
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.testvalesurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)