About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive primary care team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and promoting health and wellbeing within the local community.
As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in providing evidence-based nursing care, chronic disease management, health promotion, screening, and preventative healthcare services. We are committed to supporting professional development and offer a positive working environment where teamwork, patient-centred care, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
Whether you are an experienced Practice Nurse looking for a new challenge or a nurse with relevant primary care experience seeking to develop your skills further, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Join us and help make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our patients.
Main duties of the job
Working autonomously, the Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas including:
Chronic Disease Management
Family Planning,
Cervical Cytology,
Cardiovascular Health Screening,
Public health and screening programmes
Infection prevention and control
Health promotion and prevention
Vaccinations
General Treatment Room duties
Remote telephone and face to face consultations
Digital correspondence with patients using AccuRX
About us
You will be joining a well-established practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality patient care and excellent clinical outcomes. Our multidisciplinary team consists of:
6 GPs
2 Advanced Practitioners
2 Physician Associates
4 Practice Nurses
1 Healthcare Assistant
1 GP Assistant
Dedicated administrative support team
We are proud to have been rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and provide care to a patient population of approximately 13,500. We use EMIS Web as our clinical system.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking practice that values teamwork, professional development, and patient-centred care.
What we offer:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
Generous NHS annual leave entitlement, based on length of service
Supportive working environment with opportunities for continued professional development
We welcome applications from nurses who are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive difference to the health and wellbeing of our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
The nurse will work under the direction of the management team to provide nursing services, including treatment, screening, preventative care, education, and advice in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct.
The nurse will be expected to supervise our Nursing Assistants performing the following duties: -
Venepuncture, urine testing, weight and diet checks, BP checks, ECG recording and any other nursing assistant duties.
The nurse may also have to perform the above nursing assistant duties as part of her nursing role and to provide cover for holidays and sickness.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Supervision and performance of Nursing Assistant and Health Care Assistant duties as explained above.
2. Work within national and local protocols where these exist
3. Injections as prescribed by the GP/AP or under patient group directions following appropriate training. These include childhood immunisations, vitamin b12, travel vaccinations, influenza, pneumonia, and herpes zoster following training.
4. Cervical cytology screening, after appropriate training.
5. Basic treatment room duties to include removal of sutures, dressings, wound care, change of ring pessaries etc.
6. Perform chronic disease management under supervision following appropriate training and support.
7. New Registration Health Checks.
8. CVD Health Checks.
9. Over 75 Health Checks.
10. Review of patients on the practice mental health register, dementia register and learning disability register following appropriate training.
11. Support public health and screening programmes, including immunisations and vaccinations
12. Embed population health management approaches within general practice, targeting health inequalities and improving access
13. Ensure maintenance of equipment including emergency equipment and stock levels in participation with the Practice Manager and colleagues.
14. Ensure and maintain cleanliness and safety of working areas.
15. Ensure clinical and hazardous waste generated is disposed of in the correct manner in line with COSHH guidelines.
16. To assist in minor surgical procedures.
17. Ensure accurate recording of consultations/treatments on medical records and practice computer system.
18. Liase with other members of the PHCT and work as integral member of the PHCT. Take part in the PHCT meetings.
19. Develop role in line with QOF, IIF and CQC requirements.
20. Basic family planning reviews following appropriate training.
21. Assist in the training of other staff members including pre-registration student nurses and HCAs.
22. Be up to date with the NMC revalidation process.
23. Interpretation of test results and taking appropriate action, with support from other members of the health care team.
24. Ability to communicate to a high standard both verbally and non-verbally.
25. Be able to work both remotely, utilising digital nursing software, undertake telephone consultations, face to face consultations and home visits following appropriate training.
26. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
27. Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
28. Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed.
29. Contribute to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics)
30. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
The nurse may be asked to take on additional duties, following appropriate training and support, as identified later, and within the scope of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Commitment to maintaining NMC revalidation requirements Current Basic Life Support certification or willingness to undertake training
Desirable
Practice Nurse qualification or Primary Care qualification Diploma/Degree in a relevant clinical subject Chronic Disease Management qualifications (e.g. Diabetes, Respiratory, Cardiovascular Disease)
Other Requirements Essential
EssentialDesirable Ability to undertake all mandatory training requirements Full UK driving licence or access to a vehicle for home visits Satisfactory enhanced DBS check Occupational health clearance including immunisation status Ability to work within practice policies and procedures
Desirable
Flexibility to support additional clinics and service developments
Experience Essential
Experience of working as a Registered Nurse Experience of delivering patient-centred care Experience of health promotion and preventative healthcare Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records Experience of working within clinical protocols and guidelines
Desirable
Previous experience working in General Practice or Primary Care Experience of cervical cytology screening Experience of childhood immunisations and travel vaccinations Experience of managing long-term conditions Experience of working with EMIS Web
Personal Attributes Essential
Compassionate and patient-focused approach Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Skills and Abilities Essential
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to deliver safe, evidence-based car
Desirable
Ability to lead clinical audits or quality improvement projects Experience in interpreting test results within a primary care setting
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 Shevington Surgery
Address Houghton Lane
Shevington
Wigan
WN6 8ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.shevington-surgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)