Practice Nurse

Purosearch Ltd; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scarborough is seeking a motivated Practice Nurse to deliver high-quality nursing care. The successful candidate will manage chronic diseases, provide immunisations, and work within a supportive GP practice team. This role is ideal for experienced nurses looking to grow in primary care, offering flexible working options and opportunities for professional development and training.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Ongoing training and professional development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration required.
• Experience in GP practice preferred or transferable skills.
• Competence in immunisations and chronic disease management essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver chronic disease management clinics.
• Administer childhood and adult immunisations.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration

Qualification in Practice Nursing

Job description

Practice Nurse – Scarborough

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent / Fixed-term (flexible)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (to be agreed)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (aligned with NHS Agenda for Change Band 5/6 or equivalent)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join a friendly and supportive GP practice in Scarborough. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to our practice population, working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary primary care team.

This role is ideal for an experienced Practice Nurse or a Registered Nurse looking to develop their career within primary care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver chronic disease management clinics (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
• Provide cervical cytology (smear tests)
• Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations
• Conduct health promotion and lifestyle advice (e.g. smoking cessation, weight management)
• Perform wound care, dressings, and suture removal
• Carry out health assessments and NHS health checks
• Support infection prevention and control procedures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records using EMIS/SystmOne (or equivalent)
• Work in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and practice policies
• Participate in clinical audits, QOF, and service improvement initiatives
• Support and mentor healthcare assistants or student nurses where appropriate

Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration
• Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting (or strong interest with transferable skills)
• Competence in immunisations and chronic disease management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills

Desirable Criteria

• Qualification in Practice Nursing or Primary Care Nursing
• Cervical cytology qualification
• Non-medical prescribing qualification
• Experience with QOF and long-term condition reviews
• Knowledge of local community and NHS services

What We Offer

• Supportive and welcoming practice team
• Flexible working options to support work–life balance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• NHS pension scheme (if applicable)
• Opportunity to shape and develop nursing services within the practice

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

For an informal discussion, please contact the Practice Manager.