Practice Nurse

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Torquay is seeking a skilled Practice Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. This role emphasizes patient-centred care and offers flexibility in working patterns. Candidates should be Registered Nurses with experience in primary care. Responsibilities include chronic disease management and health promotion. The practice is supportive and encourages ongoing professional development, making it suitable for both experienced and developing nurses. Competitive salary and a friendly work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working patterns

Support for further training

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in primary care or community nursing.
• Confident, organized, and able to work in a team.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of chronic disease management services.
• Provide cervical cytology and women's health services.
• Administer immunizations and vaccinations.
• Offer health promotion and patient education.
• Manage wounds and minor injuries.
• Conduct travel health assessments.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Patient-centred care

Communication skills

Team player

Nursing competencies

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Job description

Practice Nurse – Torquay, Devon

Location: Torquay, Devon
Contract: Full-time or Part-time (flexible working available)
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Start Date: By agreement

A well-established and welcoming general practice in Torquay is seeking a skilled and compassionate Practice Nurse to join its friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a forward-thinking practice that is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting the professional development and wellbeing of its staff.

The practice offers a positive working environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork, continuity of care, and clinical excellence, making it an ideal role for both experienced practice nurses and those looking to further develop their skills in primary care.

The Role

The Practice Nurse will play a key role in the delivery of nursing services to the practice population, working closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, and other allied health professionals. The role is varied and patient-focused, with scope to develop special interests in line with the nurse’s experience and the needs of the practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivery of chronic disease management, including asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension

• Cervical cytology and women’s health services

• Childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations

• Health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education

• Wound care, dressings, and minor injury management

• Travel health assessments and vaccinations (where trained)

• Infection prevention and control and cold chain management

• Supporting QOF and enhanced services

• Participation in audits, clinical meetings, and service development

The Practice

• Well-organised and supportive general practice

• Friendly, experienced multidisciplinary team

• Strong emphasis on patient care, quality, and continuity

• Supportive leadership with an open and inclusive culture

• Structured induction and ongoing training opportunities

• Excellent administrative and clinical support

• Attractive Torquay location with good transport links and coastal lifestyle benefits

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be:

• A Registered Nurse (NMC) with experience in primary care or community nursing

• Competent in chronic disease management and routine practice nursing duties

• Cytology trained (desirable) or willing to undertake training

• Confident, organised, and patient-centred

• A strong team player with excellent communication skills

• Committed to ongoing professional development

Applications are welcomed from nurses at varying stages of their practice nursing career, including those seeking a supportive environment to expand their skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and flexible working patterns

• Support for further training and clinical development

• Friendly and supportive team environment

• Opportunity to develop specialist interests

• Emphasis on work–life balance

• Stable and rewarding role in a community-focused practice
  Please call David on02079527641 to discuss!