Band 6 Practice Nurse

NHS; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Band 6 Practice Nurse to join the Benson Combined Practice. The ideal candidate will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, manage complex health needs, and must have at least 3 years of post-registration experience. Responsibilities include providing primary health care and maintaining individual patient caseloads. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, also promotes a supportive working environment.

Benefits

NHS pension

Inclusive working environment

Free parking

Access to onsite gym

Onsite shop

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-registration professional experience in primary health care.
• Registered Nurse with current registration on the NMC register.
• Evidence of clinical assessment, diagnosis, triage and treatment of minor injuries.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care nursing as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Manage individual caseload for complex health needs and specific diseases.
• Lead training and clinical supervision for junior staff.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

People development

Service improvement

Equality & diversity expertise

Education

Registered Nurse on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register

Professional primary health care experience (minimum 3 years)

Tools

IT systems proficiency

Job description

Job Summary

Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) is looking for a Band 6 Practice Nurse to join the Benson Combined Practice in Royal Airforce Benson, Oxfordshire. This full‑time (37.5 hours) role offers the opportunity to work with the military and the civilian workforce, providing high‑quality primary health care and occupational health services.

Benefits

• An NHS pension
• Inclusive working environment
• Free parking
• Access to onsite gym
• Onsite shop

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care nursing with occupational health components as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with the Principal Nursing Officer or Senior Medical Officer and act as a focal point for nursing issues within the area of practice.
• Work independently to deliver nursing care to the Medical Facility population at risk.
• Maintain an individual caseload: identify, assess, diagnose and manage patients with complex health needs, minor injuries, illness and specific diseases within competence.
• Support clinical audit, evidence‑based practice, research and education to improve standards.
• Lead line management, training, and clinical supervision for Military Medics, junior practice nurses, Healthcare Assistants and other multidisciplinary members.
• Operate within the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct, Ministry of Defence policies and guidelines.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Registered Nurse on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register; current registration required.
• Professional and specialist primary health care experience (minimum 3 years post‑registration).
• Evidence of clinical assessment and diagnosis, triage and treatment of minor injury/illness.
• Knowledge of vaccination, venepuncture, ear care, audiology, travel medicine, wound care, cervical screening.
• Experience in occupational health or military occupational health preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, AED, IPC, Safeguarding Level 3 trained or willing to undertake training.
• Proficiency with IT systems and willingness to adopt new technology.
• Registered non‑medical prescriber or willingness to undertake training (where applicable).
• Good communication, people development, service improvement and equality & diversity skills.

Employment Details

Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time).

Contract: Permanent.

Working Pattern: Full‑time, part‑time or job share.

Location: Benson Combined Practice, Royal Airforce Benson, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 6AA.

EEO Statement

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Candidates with disabilities are supported through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). The role is open to all applicants, with equal consideration given to competence and suitability.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a CV that demonstrates required skills, experience and qualifications, without personal details. Evidence of eligibility for NHS pension and Hepatitis B serology must be provided. Successful candidates will undergo security checks at level "security check" and a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing

Applications close on the advertised closing date. The vacancy is part of the A Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.