About this role
Job summary
Wigan Central Primary Care Network (PCN) is seeking an Experienced General Practice Nurse to work across the PCN providing clinical leadership, patient care, service development and workforce support.
The successful candidate will be caring, dedicated, reliable, person-centred and enjoy working with a wide range of people. They will have good written and verbal communication skills and strong organisational and time management skills. They will be highly motivated and proactive with a flexible attitude, keen to work and learn as part of our wider multi-disciplinary team. They will be committed to providing people, their families and carers with high quality support.
Main duties of the job
You'll work across PCN practices and within local communities, using data-driven approaches to identify need and target resources effectively.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced general practice registered Nurse to join our team. The successful candidate will lead initiatives focused on
Workforce Development and Clinical Support
Act as the primary clinical point of contact for GP Assistants when they are undertaking PCN work outside of practices.
Lead competency assessment, sign-off and ongoing development of GP Assistants.
Support implementation of consistent standards and processes across the GPA workforce.
Coordinate and facilitate education opportunities for practice nursing colleagues.
Provide professional nursing leadership across the PCN.
Support PCN Quality and Governance initiatives working with the PCN Management Team.
Neighbourhood and Population Health Delivery
Support delivery of neighbourhood working initiatives.
Lead targeted programmes of work aligned to local population need.
Develop and deliver group consultation models, for example diabetes, COPD and asthma (supporting BeCCoR).
Support proactive management of patients with frailty and other long-term conditions.
Community and Preventative Services
Lead community immunisation activity and targeted vaccination programmes.
Support practices and the PCN with preventative and proactive care initiatives.
Contribute to population health management approaches and service improvement activity.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome, doors are always open, and every voice is heard.
We constantly strive to improve patient pathways and health care outcomes. The post holder will play an integral role within the network and will be part of the MDT enabling this to happen.
Values-Based Interviewing and STAR Scoring Framework
Wigan Borough Federated Healthcare (WBFH) is committed to recruiting individuals whose behaviours and values align with those of the organisation. As part of the selection process, candidates may be asked a series of values-based interview questions designed to assess attributes such as compassion, respect, inclusivity, accountability, trust and teamwork, alongside role-specific competencies. Candidates will be encouraged to structure their responses using the STAR framework (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to provide clear and evidence-based examples from their experience.
Interview panel members will assess responses using the WBFH STAR scoring matrix, awarding a score from 1 to 5 based on the relevance, quality, impact and reflection demonstrated in the candidate's answer. This approach promotes a fair, transparent and consistent assessment process and supports the appointment of candidates who best reflect the values and culture of WBFH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Deliver high-quality assessment, intervention, early detection and management of patients at risk of CVD
Management of patients with a known Long-term condition who may be at higher risk, do not attend and or have a requirement for personal care adjustment.
Using population health tools to proactively identify gaps in care and inequalities in health outcomes.
Using risk stratification tools to prioritise and identify eligible patient cohorts.
Identify and engage with hard-to-reach and marginalised groups through outreach and partnership with community organisations.
Promote self-care and provide education to patients, carers, and community groups.
Work closely with a range of management and clinical roles across the PCN and wider allied health professionals to deliver integrated care.
Contribute to service development, audits, and quality improvement projects.
Act as a clinical leader and mentor for other nursing and support staff across the PCN.
Actively partake in a multidisciplinary team meeting
Membership and contribution to the PCN Exec Team.
Provide and present outcome and evidenced based reports within board meetings.
(This role will evolve over time, and the job description may be updated to reflect service developments or organisational priorities)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Significant experience in general practice
- Strong understanding of long-term condition management
- Confident in using EMIS
- Excellent communication and collaborative working skills
Desirable
- Independent prescriber
- Experience delivering care to vulnerable or hard-to-reach populations
- Experience in community outreach
- Experience supporting junior staff
- Familiarity with Core20PLUS5/BeCCoR priorities
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
Wigan Borough Federated Healthcare
Address
First Floor Offices
Robin Park, Loire Drive
Wigan
WN5 0UL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://wiganhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)