Experienced Practice Nurse

Integrated Care System; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Experienced Practice Nurse to join their dedicated team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to patients, manage long-term conditions, and participate in assessments and treatment plans. This role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and access to NHS Pension schemes within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Access to NHS Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-registration experience.
• Knowledge in long-term conditions management.
• Primary Care experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level, evidence-based individual care to practice population.
• Manage chronic diseases: Asthma, COPD, Diabetes.
• Participate in patient care assessments and preventative care.

Skills

Chronic Disease Management

Patient Education

Communication

Assessment and Screening

Education

Registered Nurse

Post-registration study related to general practice

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated, friendly, and organized Experienced Practice Nurse with a keen eye for detail who wants to make a difference to patients. The ideal candidate must be qualified in managing Long Term conditions such as Asthma, COPD, and Diabetes. We offer a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and access to the NHS Pension scheme.

We are seeking someone for 30-37.5 hours per week, who will deliver high-level, evidence-based, individual care to the Practice population. The post holder will be responsible for providing nursing services related to General Practice, including participating in patient care assessments, managing long-term conditions, treatment, preventative care, screening, and patient education. The role involves working at times without supervision.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will practice a range of essential clinical skills developed through experience and training, following Practice protocols. They will ensure clinical practice is safe, effective, and within their competence, acknowledging limitations such as:

• Assisting in/performing routine patient care tasks as directed by GPs
• Qualified in Chronic Disease Management - Diabetes, Hypertension, Asthma, and COPD
• Venepuncture
• Contraception
• Cytology
• ECG
• Blood Pressure Checks
• Urinalysis
• Childhood Immunisations
• Assisting with IUCD fittings
• Assisting with Minor Procedures
• Chaperoning

About us

Our team at Haslingden includes 2 GP partners, 1 salaried GP, 3 locum GPs, an ANP, Practice Nurses, and additional staff such as a First Contact Physio, Trainee Psychological Practitioner, Physician Associate, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, and Health and Wellbeing Coach. Our admin team comprises a Practice Manager, deputy, and supportive staff including reception. We support staff learning and development.

Job responsibilities

This role requires consolidating specialist knowledge and skills in general practice nursing, demonstrating competence that supports evidence-informed, complex, autonomous decision-making. It involves clinical leadership, supervision, mentorship, and developing new models of service delivery, often with inter-professional and inter-agency approaches. The postholder will deliver care to the practice population, understanding public health profiles and needs, and proactively ensuring services match these needs. Responsibilities include:

• Assessment, screening, treatment, and health education
• Routine patient care tasks
• Pathological specimen collection and investigative procedures
• Administrative duties, maintaining confidentiality, accurate record keeping, and participation in practice meetings
• Chronic disease management and evaluation
• Liaising with team members and external agencies
• Participation in research, audits, and quality improvement initiatives

Training and personal development

Training needs will be monitored through annual appraisals. The postholder will complete mandatory training, develop an in-house training program, and keep up with recent developments. Personal development plans are encouraged. Collaboration with reception and admin staff is essential for smooth practice operations. Good liaison with other surgeries and agencies, including secondary care, is vital.

Confidentiality

The post holder will handle confidential information relating to patients, staff, and the practice, which must be protected according to policies and procedures. Respect for privacy, dignity, and individual needs is essential.

Quality and safety

The post holder will promote quality, assess their own performance, and contribute to team effectiveness. They will ensure safe working practices, manage specimens and equipment properly, and adhere to infection control procedures.

Equality and diversity

The post holder will support equality, diversity, and patients' and colleagues' rights, managing their time and resources effectively.

Communication

Effective communication within the team and with patients is crucial. The postholder should recognize the need for alternative communication methods when necessary.

Contribution to service development

The postholder will implement practice policies, participate in audits, and contribute to service improvements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Knowledge in long-term conditions management
• Primary Care experience
• Flexibility for cover
• Full Driving Licence
• Minimum 2 years post-registration experience
• Experience with EMIS Web
• Post-registration study related to general practice
• Understanding of audit and health and safety issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.