Primary Care Nurse

NHS; Stafford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in Stafford is seeking a Primary Care Nurse to provide nurse-led services in a women's prison environment. Applicants should be Registered Nurses with strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care. This full-time role offers a salary range of £33,232 to £40,211, and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a Registered Nurse and have good communication skills.
• Must demonstrate a compassionate approach to care.
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nurse-led services and prevent hospital admissions.
• Conduct medication rounds, attend emergencies, and assess patients.
• Provide personalized, evidence-based care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate approach

Multi-disciplinary working

Education

Registered Nurse – Adult (NMC)

Evidence of continued professional development

Job description

Job Summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Primary Care Nurse to join our Primary Care team at HMP Drake Hall, a women’s closed prison located near Eccleshall in Staffordshire, housing approximately 340 female inmates.

Hours and Salary

Hours:
• Monday – Friday 7.15am – 5.15pm
• Weekends 7.30am – 5.30am
• Every other weekend
• 4‑week rolling rota

Salary: This full‑time position offers an annual salary between £33,232 and £40,211 per annum, full‑time equivalent, depending on experience.

How we support you

Bespoke induction including our “Introducing Health in Justice” training course. The competency framework, regional and national career development opportunities, and our bespoke Learning Management System support your learning needs. You will receive support from the wider team.

Candidates must have a legal right to work in the UK. Employment offers will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main Duties

• Work within a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver a nurse‑led service and prevent hospital admissions.
• Undertake medication rounds, dispense controlled medication, attend emergency response situations, assess patients, and conduct reception screening.
• Deliver nurse‑led clinics to your patient group while being supported by a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Provide outstanding evidence‑based care, listening to and acting on patient feedback to personalise care.
• Deliver non‑judgemental care that makes a real difference.
• Inspire excellence by forging strong links with partners and stakeholders.
• Promote best practice, clinical supervision, evidence‑based care, and continuous quality improvement, embedding a culture of shared learning.
• Share knowledge, skills, and experience to ensure safe care and build strong multi‑disciplinary teams.

Career Development

We offer a wide range of internal and external opportunities for skill and experience development.

Benefits

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
• Support to grow in your role and continue professional development.
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed.

About Us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group delivers NHS services to over 40,000 patients across more than 53 prisons, young offender institutions and immigration removal centres. We aim to unlock your best work life and operate with the core values of treating patients and colleagues as we would like to be treated, acting with integrity, embracing diversity, and striving to do better together.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse – Adult (NMC).
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Understanding of the complexities of multi‑disciplinary and multi‑agency working.
• A non‑judgemental and compassionate approach.
• Excellent communication skills.

Experience in hospital, community or prison settings is desirable but not essential.

Disclosure & Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

UK Registration

Applicants must hold a current UK professional registration.

Employer

Practice Plus Group – 21 St. All Saints' Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST21 6LQ