Practice Nurse

Integrated Care System; Frodsham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Frodsham is looking for a motivated Practice Nurse to deliver chronic disease management and support general treatment services. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in diabetes, excellent communication skills, and experience in primary care. Join a dynamic team committed to patient-centered care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with previous experience in primary care.
• Knowledge in managing conditions like asthma, COPD, and diabetes.
• Commitment to professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver chronic disease management and treatment room services.
• Promote health and educate patients.
• Support Enhanced Access sessions and conduct immunisations.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

IT skills with clinical systems

Diabetes management

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC registration)

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

Role Overview:As a Practice Nurse, you'll play a vital role in the delivery of chronic disease management and general treatment room services. A particular interest or specialism in diabetes is highly desirable, though a broad knowledge across all chronic conditions (including Asthma, COPD, and CHD) is preferred. Training and support will be available and expected where upskilling is required.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Health promotion and patient education
• Chronic disease management (including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD)
• Childhood immunisations
• Cervical cytology and smear tests
• Supporting Enhanced Access sessions as part of our extended hours offering

About Us:

• Team Environment: Strong collaborative working across GPs, nurses, and our on-site community team; weekly MDT meetings
• Clinical Services: CQC-rated Good, high QOF performance, in-house minor surgery, LARC clinics, on-site Physio and pharmacy support
• Systems & Development: EMIS Web, regular team meetings (SEAs, safeguarding, palliative care, clinical discussions)
• Specialty Clinics: Dedicated clinics for CHD, LVSD, COPD, and diabetes; full sexual health provision
• Facilities: Dispensing site, on-site physio, and a proactive approach to clinical governance and professional development

If you are a motivated Practice Nurse looking to grow your skills in a progressive, team-oriented practiceparticularly with a passion for diabetes carewed love to hear from you.

About us

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our large, modern, and dynamic team in the thriving market town of Frodsham, Cheshire. Working within a friendly and supportive environment, youll be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes 10 GPs, 5 ANPs and a highly skilled nursing team, all committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

We are an accredited training practice and a key member of a two-practice Primary Care Network (PCN), offering a wide range of enhanced services to a diverse patient population.

Job responsibilities

Role Overview: As a Practice Nurse, you'll play a vital role in the delivery of chronic disease management and general treatment room services. A particular interest or specialism in diabetes is highly desirable, though a broad knowledge across all chronic conditions (including Asthma, COPD, and CHD) is preferred. Training and support will be availableand expectedwhere upskilling is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health promotion and patient education
• Chronic disease management (including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD)
• Childhood immunisations
• Cervical cytology and smear tests
• Supporting Enhanced Access sessions as part of our extended hours offering

Person Specification

Experience

• Registered Nurse (NMC registration)
• Previous experience working as a Practice Nurse or in a primary care setting
• Knowledge and experience in managing long-term conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, CHD, Diabetes)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficient IT skills and experience using clinical systems (e.g. EMIS Web or equivalent)
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to undertake further training
• Special interest or qualification in diabetes management
• Experience running or supporting chronic disease clinics, particularly for diabetes
• Experience contributing to QOF achievement
• Knowledge of Enhanced Access services and flexible to work during extended hours if required
• Familiarity with clinical governance processes (e.g. SEAs, audits)
• Evidence of continued professional development in chronic disease or primary care nursing

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.