Practice Nurse

Purosearch Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Practice Nurse to join their supportive team. The role involves providing essential nursing services, including chronic disease management, immunisations, and patient education. This practice offers a modern working environment and a focus on professional development, making it an ideal opportunity for nurses seeking to advance their careers in a progressive primary care setting.

Benefits

NHS pension

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Practice Nurse with nursing services knowledge.
• Ability to manage chronic diseases like diabetes and asthma.
• Qualification for cervical cytology screening is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chronic disease management for local patients.
• Conduct routine treatment including dressings and ECGs.
• Deliver immunisations and health promotion activities.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Immunisations and vaccinations

Cervical cytology screening

Health promotion

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Practice Nurse – Plymouth

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Practice Nurse to join a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice located in the vibrant coastal city of Plymouth. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a supportive, well-established primary care team that’s passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare.

Working alongside GPs, ANPs, pharmacists, HCAs, and a skilled administrative team, you’ll play a key role in providing a full range of nursing services to the local community. The practice places a strong emphasis on teamwork, professional development, and maintaining an excellent work–life balance.

The Role

As a Practice Nurse, you’ll provide a wide range of nursing services including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical cytology, wound care, health promotion, and routine treatment room duties. You’ll be supported by a collaborative multidisciplinary team and encouraged to develop your skills further through ongoing training and CPD opportunities.

What makes this practice stand out

• Supportive, well-organised team with a positive and inclusive culture
• Modern clinical environment with excellent facilities
• Opportunity to develop specialist interests and expand your clinical portfolio
• Strong focus on professional development and wellbeing
• Active involvement in PCN-led projects and service improvement initiatives
• Flexible working options – part-time or full-time considered
• Convenient location with good transport links and access to beautiful coastal surroundings

Key Responsibilities

• Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension)
• Routine treatment room duties – dressings, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, phlebotomy
• Immunisations and vaccinations (childhood, travel, and seasonal)
• Cervical cytology screening (if qualified)
• Health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education
• Supporting the wider clinical team in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care

Key Details

• Position: Practice Nurse
• Location: Plymouth, Devon
• Hours: Full time
• Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience + NHS pension + benefits
• Start Date: Flexible

Whether you’re an experienced Practice Nurse looking for a new challenge or seeking a supportive environment to grow your clinical expertise, this role offers the perfect opportunity to thrive in a modern, progressive primary care setting.

Informal visits and conversations are warmly welcomed.

For more information, please contact David on 020 7952 7641