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Reference: A1652-26-0004
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse.
Working pattern, hours and salary are negotiable.
We are a family-oriented practice where teamwork is at the heart of what we do. We have a strong sense of community within the practice, and many members of our team have been with us for many years, creating a stable and welcoming working environment.. We are an Outstanding CQC rated practice. We are a team of 2 GP partners, 1 salaried GP, 1 Practice Nurse, 2 Nurse Associate, 2 pharmacists plus a team of 12 admin and clerical staff members working alongside in-house PCN staff, with approximately 5500 patients.
We have a strong and well-established administrative team and work closely together across all areas of the practice to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. We value our staff, encourage a positive work-life balance and aim to create an environment where everyone feels supported, valued and part of the team.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job:
Chronic disease and long-term condition management, including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD, CKD, Hypertension
Cervical screening/cytology.
Adult and childhood vaccinations and immunisations, including seasonal flu clinics.
Wound care, including dressings, suture and clip removal.
Clinical procedures. ECGs
Travel health, vaccinations and contraception services within scope of practice.
Health promotion, preventative care and patient education.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) involvement, with an interest in developing towards an IPC Lead role.
Safe management of medicines and vaccines, including cold-chain monitoring and storage.
Effective MDT working, referrals and liaison with external services to coordinate patient care.
Safe delegation in line with competence and scope of practice.
Compliance with NMC standards, local/national policies and clinical protocols.
Participation in training, audit and continuous quality improvement.
Undertaking other general practice nursing duties as required.
About us
Our core values are to
Recruit, support, train and empower caring staff to deliver a high quality service.
Provide clear clinical and non-clinical leadership so that staff have a consistent understanding of what is expected.
Be proud of what we do and how we can positively impact on some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable in our society.
Promote patient self-help and health education through delivery of the practice's own education programmes or in direct partnership with other agencies / sectors.
Share success and learn from poor outcomes.
Keep the patient at the forefront of our thoughts.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
A1652-26-0004
Job locations
159 Pear Tree Road
Derby
DE23 8NQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager.
To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients
To review patient medications to enhance compliance
To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager.
To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients
To review patient medications to enhance compliance
To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience
- Can demonstrate a board and sound knowledge of complex and long-term condition management in primary care.
- Has experience in one of the following:
- Primary care / GP practice
- Emergency Care Centres
- Out of hours facilities / Walk In Centre
Desirable
- Desirable
- Experience of SystmOne
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications
- Essential
- Registered Adult nurse on the NMC register.
- Practice nurse qualification or accredited long term condition modules
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience
- Can demonstrate a board and sound knowledge of complex and long-term condition management in primary care.
- Has experience in one of the following:
- Primary care / GP practice
- Emergency Care Centres
- Out of hours facilities / Walk In Centre
Desirable
- Desirable
- Experience of SystmOne
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications
- Essential
- Registered Adult nurse on the NMC register.
- Practice nurse qualification or accredited long term condition modules
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).
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.
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
Peartree Medical Centre
Address
159 Pear Tree Road
Derby
DE23 8NQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.peartreemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Peartree Medical Centre
Address
159 Pear Tree Road
Derby
DE23 8NQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.peartreemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)