Nurse Manager

NHS; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking GP practice as a Nurse Manager, where you'll lead a dedicated nursing team and ensure high standards of patient care. This exciting role involves providing expert clinical leadership, managing chronic diseases, and collaborating with GPs to enhance service delivery. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous improvement, making a real impact on patient health and wellbeing. If you're passionate about nursing and ready to take on a leadership role, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post-registration experience in Primary Care.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care, including chronic disease management.
• Lead and manage the nursing team, ensuring staff training and performance.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Chronic disease management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult)

Leadership/management training

Diploma/degree in Chronic Disease Management

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Job summary

Due to retirement, we would like to appoint a Nurse Manager to oversee the nursing team, contribute to the development of services, and ensure high standards of care are maintained. The Nurse Manager will provide expert clinical leadership, deliver a wide range of general practice nursing duties, and work collaboratively with GPs, practice staff, and external partners to support population health management and patient care.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established and supportive team at our high performing, forward thinking practice.

Main duties of the job

The Nurse Manager is responsible for providing evidence-based clinical care, including managing chronic diseases, administering immunisations, and supporting patients with long-term conditions.

They lead and manage the nursing and healthcare assistant team, ensuring staff training, performance management, and clinical governance activities.

Additionally, they develop and review clinical policies, drive service improvements in collaboration with GPs, and support health initiatives.

The role also involves overseeing staff induction, mentoring, and maintaining professional development while fulfilling contractual obligations and addressing health inequalities.

About us

We are a busy GP practice in the charming town of Kenilworth with a patient list size of approx. 16000 patients and growing.

We are rated Outstanding by CQC, Accredited by Healthwatch, RCGP research ready, NHSE Military Veterans and highly rated on NHS choices and the Annual Patient GP survey.

We are maximum achievers in the Quality Outcomes Framework and have a strong innovative background.

Date posted: 22 April 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 a year (FTE) Pro-rata for part time

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: A4791-25-0006

Job locations

42 Station Road, Kenilworth, CV8 1JD

Job description Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Provide skilled, evidence-based nursing care including chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, diabetes, hypertension)
• Undertake cervical cytology, childhood and adult immunisations, wound care, travel health advice, ECGs, and phlebotomy
• Triage and manage acute minor illness presentations where appropriate
• Promote health education and disease prevention initiatives
• Provide support for patients with long-term conditions and complex care needs

Leadership & Management

• Line manage and support the nursing and HCA team, including appraisals, training, and performance management
• Lead on clinical governance activities including audits, infection control, and significant event reviews
• Develop, implement, and review clinical policies and protocols in line with CQC and NHS standards
• Ensure the effective induction and mentoring of new staff
• Promote a positive and supportive team environment

Service Development

• Work with GPs and the management team to identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation
• Participate in QOF, Enhanced Services, and other contractual obligations
• Support practice-level initiatives around population health and health inequalities
• Engage in continuing professional development and maintain professional registration

Person Specification

Experience Essential

• At least 3 years post-registration experience, preferably in Primary Care
• Chronic disease management experience
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff

Desirable

• Previous team leadership or management experience
• Experience with QOF and Enhanced Services
• Experience leading audits or quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with NMC registration
• Evidence of leadership/management training

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber
• Diploma/degree in Chronic Disease Management or equivalent

Knowledge and Skills Essential

• Excellent clinical assessment and consultation skills
• Knowledge of CQC, infection control, and safeguarding policies
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lead and motivate a team

Desirable

• Familiarity with EMIS or other clinical systems
• Understanding of local healthcare pathways and PCN structures
• Experience working in a teaching/training practice
• Experience with clinical protocol development

Personal Attributes Essential

• Compassionate and patient-centred
• Organised with attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

Desirable

• Flexible and open to innovation
• Proactive and solution-focused
• Committed to lifelong learning

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: Abbey Medical Centre

Address: 42 Station Road, Kenilworth, CV8 1JD

Employer's website: https://abbeymedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)