General Practice Nurse

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking team as a Practice Nurse in a bustling Inner City Practice, where you will play a vital role in managing chronic conditions and promoting health. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, from children to the elderly, while collaborating with a supportive team of healthcare professionals. With a focus on personal development and quality care, you will be integral in ensuring high standards of practice and patient satisfaction. Embrace a fulfilling career in General Practice with a commitment to making a difference in your community.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Annual Leave Starting at 5.6 Weeks

Supportive Practice Team

Qualifications

• Experience in managing chronic diseases like Asthma and Diabetes.
• Understanding of health and safety policies and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in managing long-term conditions and promote healthy lifestyles.
• Communicate effectively with team members and external agencies.

Skills

Chronic Disease Management

Vaccination Administration

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Infection Control

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Tools

SystmOne Clinical System

Job description

Job summary

General Practice Nursing is a hugely rewarding area of nursing.

We are looking for an experienced Practice Nurse to join our enthusiastic, forward-thinking team who is interested in developing a long-term career in General Practice within a busy Inner City Practice.

Main duties of the job

You will help people manage their own conditions, such as Asthma and Diabetes. The ideal candidate will support chronic disease management as well as general practice duties including child/adult vaccinations, cytology, and QOF. You will assist patients in staying well and promote healthy lifestyles while also assessing, screening, and treating people from small children to the elderly.

The position is for a minimum of 16 hours per week, subject to change based on practice needs.

We seek a team player with a flexible approach and a good understanding of managing long-term conditions.

About us

Our team includes two GP Partners, a Primary Care Practitioner, GP Trainees, and a friendly reception team. We have access to ARRS staff such as a Care Coordinator, General Practice Assistant, First Contact Physiotherapist, and Clinical Pharmacist.

Patient list size: 9,500

SystmOne Clinical system

CQC rating: Good

Consistently high QOF achievers

Long-standing, loyal staff

We offer:

• Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme
• Annual leave starting at 5.6 weeks
• Supportive practice team

Details

Date posted: 09 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £40,000 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: A4677-25-0003

Job locations:

• Mary Potter Centre in Hyson Green
• Gregory Boulevard
• Nottingham
• NG7 5HY

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Communication

• Communicate effectively with team members and external agencies.
• Recognize and adapt communication methods for patients and carers.

Health and Safety

• Maintain infection control procedures and work area safety.
• Understand and apply cold chain principles.
• Check emergency equipment and drugs as per CQC guidelines, maintaining records.
• Follow health and safety policies, including fire procedures, documentation, consent, sharps, and needlestick injuries.
• Be aware of child safeguarding procedures and referral criteria.

Personal Development

• Take responsibility for own training and performance, including clinical supervision and appraisals.
• Maintain personal development records.
• Collaborate with Practice Manager on training needs.
• Understand the roles within the clinical team.

Quality

• Ensure actions meet care standards and guidelines.
• Assess performance and accountability.
• Alert team members to quality or risk issues.
• Review policies regularly.
• Manage time, workload, and resources effectively.
• Participate in QOF activities.
• Work effectively with other agencies.

Equality and Diversity

• Respect patients', carers', and colleagues' dignity and beliefs.
• Act in accordance with people's rights and practice procedures.
• Act as a chaperone if needed.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate nursing care.
• Diagnose and treat conditions per protocols and within competence.
• Facilitate access to GPs.
• Undertake health screening, promotion, and opportunistic care.
• Manage telephone triage and patient requests.
• Perform administrative and nursing tasks.
• Provide evidence-based care for common illnesses and conditions listed.