About this role
Job summary
Annual Salary: £40,630.00
37.5 hours a week
Practice Nurse Oak Tree Surgery
We invite applications from experienced nurses ( Band 6 only) and our salary range of £40,630 to £48,060 per annum reflects that. Our pay scales closely mirror A4C scales. We will consider applicants for a Job Share as well as a candidate seeking a full time post.
Oak Tree Surgery is seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly primary care team. This role involves delivering high-quality nursing care within a busy GP practice, including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, wound care, and health promotion.
You will work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff to support patient wellbeing and preventative care, while contributing to quality improvement within the practice.
Requirements:
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Strong communication and clinical skills
Primary care experience desirable but not essential
We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the local community.
Main duties of the job
Reporting to our Nurse manager, your responsibilities will include:
Delivering chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD) - training provided
Cervical cytology screening
Childhood and adult immunisations
Wound care and dressings
Health promotion and lifestyle advice
Supporting QI and preventative health initiatives
Contributing to clinical audits and service development
About us
Oak Tree Surgery is an EMIS practice in modern building with ample parking and easy access to the M4, the Vale of Glamorgan Heritage Coast and the Brecon Beacons. We enjoy working closely with our neighboring practices as part of Pen Y Bont Health Limited.
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Job description Job responsibilities Practice Nurse
Oak Tree Surgery
Job SummaryThe Practice Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients registered at Oak Tree Surgery. Working as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team, the post-holder will provide holistic care, support long-term condition management, promote health and wellbeing, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the practice.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Duties Deliver chronic disease management clinics (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension).( training provided)
Administer childhood and adult immunisations in accordance with national guidance.
Undertake cervical cytology screening.
Provide wound care management, including dressings and suture removal.
Carry out health checks and other preventative health screenings.
Perform travel health assessments and vaccinations (where trained).
Provide lifestyle advice and health promotion interventions.
Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards.
Assist in delivery of research projects ( training provided)
Patient Care & Communication Deliver patient-centred care that respects dignity, diversity, and confidentiality.
Provide clear health education and self-management support.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider healthcare team.
Support patients in shared decision-making about their care.
Quality & Governance Contribute to QI projects and enhanced service delivery.
Participate in clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain compliance with infection prevention and control policies.
Work within NMC Code and professional scope of practice.
Participate in significant event analysis and learning processes.
Team Working Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and administrative staff.
Support mentoring and supervision of junior staff or students (where appropriate).
Attend and contribute to practice meetings.
Person SpecificationEssential Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Competence in immunisations and cervical cytology (or willingness to train)
Experience in long-term condition management ( or willingness to train)
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable Experience in primary care
Experience with EMIS clinical system
Independent prescribing qualification
Professional DevelopmentThe post-holder will be supported in maintaining professional registration and continuing professional development (CPD). Opportunities to develop specialist interests aligned with practice needs will be encouraged.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
Independent Prescribing Qualification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a nursing team
Desirable
Experience of working in primary care
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a nursing team
Desirable
Experience of working 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 GP Practice in Wales
Address Oak Tree Surgery
Whitethorn Drive
Brackla
BRIDGEND
Mid Glamorgan
CF31 2PQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://gpwales.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)