Practice Nurse

Bryant Street Medical Centre; Chatham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established GP surgery in Chatham is seeking an experienced Practice Nurse to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a range of nursing services, including general treatment, vaccinations, and health checks. We value ongoing professional development and pride ourselves on providing patient-centred care. This position requires strong clinical and communication skills as well as relevant qualifications. An inclusive working environment awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience in a primary care or community setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide general treatment room duties and nursing care.
• Deliver immunisations and vaccinations.
• Support chronic disease management like diabetes and asthma.

Skills

Outstanding clinical skills

Effective communication skills

Infection prevention and control

Health education promotion

Education

NMC registered nurse

Cervical cytology qualification

Immunisation and vaccination training

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Practice Nurse to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will provide a wide range of nursing services and contribute to the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing general treatment room duties and nursing care
• Delivering immunisations and vaccinations (childhood, travel, flu, etc.)
• Conducting cervical cytology screening
• Supporting chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension)
• Performing wound care, and health checks
• Promoting health education and lifestyle advice
• Supporting infection prevention and control
• Contributing to QOF targets, audits, and enhanced services

About us

Bryant Street Medical Centre is a friendly, well-established GP surgery located in central Chatham, committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We are proud to hold a Good CQC rating, reflecting our consistent focus on safety, effectiveness, and patient experience.

As a recognised training practice and also established links to Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS), we are actively involved in supporting the development of future healthcare professionals. Our dedicated multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

We are also an active member of the Medway Central Primary Care Network (PCN), contributing to wider healthcare initiatives and working in partnership with neighbouring practices to enhance local services. We pride ourselves on a supportive and inclusive working environment that values professional growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Excellent clinical and communication skills
• Experience in a primary care or community setting
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Cervical cytology qualification
• Experience managing long-term conditions
• Immunisation and vaccination training

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.

Depending on experience