About this role
Job summary
Pathfields Medical Group is looking for a Practice Nurse to join our friendly, forward-thinking, and supportive multidisciplinary team.
This role would particularly suit a Practice Nurse with experience with a strong interest in Learning Disability health reviews and chronic disease management. However, we are equally keen to hear from candidates who are motivated to develop these skills, and we will provide the support and training needed to help you achieve this. We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for patients with complex needs and reducing health inequalities within our community.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality primary care services, supporting patients with long-term conditions and promoting preventative healthcare.
Why join us.
A genuinely supportive and inclusive team culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised. Strong clinical leadership, with an experienced Lead Nurse providing mentorship and guidance Opportunities for professional development and training, including support to develop specialist skills in Learning Disability health checks and chronic disease management Working within a progressive PCN and multidisciplinary team, giving access to a wide skill mix and collaborative working A practice committed to innovation and improving patient outcomes
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of a range of clinical services including-
Chronic disease management clinics (e.g. Diabetes / Asthma / COPD)
Learning Disability health checks reviews and assessments
Immunisation and vaccination programmes (adult and childhood)
Womens health services including cervical cytology and contraception advice
Wound care including doppler assessments
About us
We are an ambitious and diverse GP Practice Network providing care to over 30,000 patients across six sites in Plymouth.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
GPs
Advanced Nurse Practitioners
Practice Nurses
Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
Paramedics and Physiotherapists
Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomists
Patient services and administrative teams
With around 140 staff across the organisation, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to bring new ideas and contribute to improving services for patients.
Working at Pathfields means being part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Working Pattern
29.5 hours per week
Monday: 08:00 18:00 (30 min lunch)
Tuesday: 08:00 18:00 (30 min lunch)
Wednesday: 08:00 13:00
Thursday: Non-working day
Friday / Saturday: (alternate weeks Friday one week, Saturday the following week)
Hours and days may be flexible, we welcome a discussion.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
On-site parking
Work Location: In person (across Pathfields practice sites)
The organisation reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time, at its discretion
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of a range of clinical services including:
Chronic disease management clinics (e.g. Diabetes / Asthma / COPD)
Learning Disability health checks reviews and assessments
Immunisation and vaccination programmes (adult and childhood)
Womens health services including cervical cytology and contraception advice
Wound care including doppler assessments
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Experience Essential
Experience working in primary care as a Practice Nurse Experience managing chronic disease and long-term condition reviews Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes Experience in, or an interest in developing skills in, Learning Disability health reviews and assessments Understanding of clinical governance, evidence-based practice, and Patient Group Directions (PGDs) Personal Attributes Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider multidisciplinary team
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 Pathfields Medical Group
Address Laira Surgery
95 Pike Road
Plymouth
Devon
PL3 6HG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.pathfields.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)