Practice Nurse

The Paddock Surgery; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Dewsbury is seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves delivering essential nursing services, including chronic disease management and vaccinations, within a friendly and supportive environment. Candidates must be registered nurses with experience in primary care, eager to contribute to patient-centred care. Opportunities for continuous professional development and a focus on staff wellbeing are included.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing training

Strong work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in primary care or community nursing.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management and preventative healthcare.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver chronic disease management for conditions like asthma and diabetes.
• Administer vaccinations and perform cervical cytology.
• Provide health education to patients.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC registration)

Tools

EMIS

SystmOne

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Practice Nurse to join our friendly, forward-thinking team at The Paddock Surgery, part of the Dewsbury & Thornhill Primary Care Network (PCN).

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive and innovative environment. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals to provide a wide range of nursing services to our diverse patient population.

Your role will involve delivering chronic disease management, immunisations and vaccinations, cervical screening, wound care, and health promotion, while supporting patients to better manage their own health.

If you are passionate about patient care, eager to develop your skills, and want to work in a supportive, collaborative practice, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Practice Nurse at The Paddock Surgery, you will be responsible for delivering a range of nursing services and supporting the health needs of our patients. Your key duties will include:

• Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension).
• Delivering childhood and adult vaccinations and HPV/vaccination programmes.
• Undertaking cervical cytology (smear tests) and womens health services.
• Providing wound care, dressings, and suture removal.
• Supporting health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education.
• Assisting in the management of long-term conditions through care planning and patient reviews.
• Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centred care.

About us

At The Paddock Surgery, we pride ourselves on being a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking practice at the heart of the Dewsbury & Thornhill community. As part of the Dewsbury & Thornhill Primary Care Network (PCN), we work closely with neighbouring practices and other healthcare professionals to deliver the very best care to our patients.

Our team consists of GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and administrative staff, all working together in a collaborative, patient-focused environment. We value teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring that both our patients and our staff are well supported.

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A friendly and welcoming team that supports each other.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, CPD, and career development.
• A strong focus on work-life balance and staff wellbeing.
• Being part of a proactive PCN with access to additional services and resources.

If you’re looking for a role where your skills, ideas, and contributions are truly valued, The Paddock Surgery is the place to grow your career and make a real difference.

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Practice Nurse will provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, offering advice, health education, and support to promote better health and wellbeing. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will manage a range of nursing duties, including chronic disease management, vaccinations, cervical screening, wound care, and health promotion, while contributing to the continuous improvement of clinical services within the practice.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Practice Nurse will provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, offering advice, health education, and support to promote better health and wellbeing. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will manage a range of nursing duties, including chronic disease management, vaccinations, cervical screening, wound care, and health promotion, while contributing to the continuous improvement of clinical services within the practice.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Clinical Responsibilities

  • Provide chronic disease management for conditions such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
  • Administer childhood and adult vaccinations, including seasonal flu, HPV, shingles, and COVID-19 where applicable.
  • Perform cervical cytology (smear tests) in line with national screening guidelines.
  • Deliver wound care, dressings, suture removal, and minor injury support.
  • Conduct health checks including blood pressure, ECGs, and lifestyle assessments.
  • Offer contraceptive advice, sexual health guidance, and participate in womens and mens health clinics.
  • Provide health education and support self-management of long-term conditions.
  • Support and deliver public health initiatives, including NHS screening and vaccination campaigns.

• Professional & Team Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, HCAs, and other clinicians to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Maintain accurate and timely patient records using the practice clinical system (EMIS / SystmOne).
  • Participate in practice meetings, audits, and quality improvement projects.
  • Contribute to achieving Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and PCN targets.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge and clinical skills through CPD and mandatory training.

• Patient Care & Communication

  • Provide compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care to all patients.
  • Educate patients about their conditions and involve them in decision-making about their care.
  • Promote healthy lifestyle choices and preventative healthcare.
  • Handle patient queries in a professional, empathetic manner, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (NMC registration).
• Experience in a primary care or community nursing setting.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management and preventative healthcare.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in cervical cytology, immunisations, and wound care.
• Knowledge of EMIS, SystmOne, or similar clinical systems.
• Awareness of QOF and other primary care targets.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and training.

Why Join Us at The Paddock Surgery?

• Supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities for training, CPD, and career progression.
• Flexible working patterns where possible.
• Involvement in innovative projects across the Dewsbury & Thornhill PCN.
• A practice that values staff wellbeing and fosters a positive working environment.

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.

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