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Reference: A3022-26-0000
Job summary
Are you a Practice Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity to join a friendly GP practice with a reputation for being forward-thinking and highly supportive.
We are a practice team recognised for our great team morale and good QOF achievement situated in a semi-rural location in Calverton, Nottingham. Our patient demographic is mixed allowing for the successful candidate to utilise current skills and develop their potential.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a practice nurse to join our friendly nursing team for around 24 hours a week every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. You will deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in general practice.This post is for 12 months to cover maternity leave.
About us
The Calverton Practice is a long-established dispensing GP Practice covering Calverton and the surrounding villages with a list size of approximately 10,000. We have a team of 6 GP partners, 5 salaried GPs and as a training practice host both GP registrars and medical students. Our nursing team currently consists of 3 nurses, a paramedic and 3 HCAs who are supported by staff from across our local PCN including pharmacists, physiotherapists, and mental health OTs. We also have a large, supportive administration/managerial team. As well as working in a great team recognised for our great team morale with a reputation for being forward-thinking and highly supportive, a recent extension and refurbishment programme provides an excellent environment in which to work.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3022-26-0000
Job locations
2a St Wilfrids Square
Calverton
Nottingham
NG14 6FP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide routine and acute nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
Diagnose and manage chronic conditions, support the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary
Provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages and prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice
Request diagnostic investigations and interpret within agreed protocols e.g. x-ray, blood tests, scans etc
Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately, delivering opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
Support the implementation of vaccination programmes for adults and children and support the provision of travel medicine services
Contribute to practice targets QOF etc., complying with local and regional guidance and participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning within the practice to improve patient care
Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate
Maintain professional registration and adhere to revalidation requirements
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide routine and acute nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
Diagnose and manage chronic conditions, support the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary
Provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages and prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice
Request diagnostic investigations and interpret within agreed protocols e.g. x-ray, blood tests, scans etc
Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately, delivering opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
Support the implementation of vaccination programmes for adults and children and support the provision of travel medicine services
Contribute to practice targets QOF etc., complying with local and regional guidance and participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning within the practice to improve patient care
Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate
Maintain professional registration and adhere to revalidation requirements
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable
- SystmOne /EMIS user skills
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Experience with clinical risk management
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree (relevant to role)
- Qualified Nurse prescriber
- Qualified Triage Nurse
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of working autonomously
- Experience of infection prevention and control measures
Desirable
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse
- Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable
- SystmOne /EMIS user skills
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Experience with clinical risk management
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree (relevant to role)
- Qualified Nurse prescriber
- Qualified Triage Nurse
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of working autonomously
- Experience of infection prevention and control measures
Desirable
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse
- Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews
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).
Additional information
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
The Calverton Practice
Address
2a St Wilfrids Square
Calverton
Nottingham
NG14 6FP
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
The Calverton Practice
Address
2a St Wilfrids Square
Calverton
Nottingham
NG14 6FP
United Kingdom