Senior Practice Nurse

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Derby is seeking an experienced Practice Nurse. The role will involve providing a full range of nursing services including cervical screening and chronic disease management. Candidates will assist in various clinical tasks and maintain cleanliness of equipment. The ideal candidate must be a registered NMC nurse, with experience in a primary care setting and skills in infection control. This position offers flexible hours between 25–30 hours per week and requires a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a GP practice and primary care.
• Experience as a Practice Nurse in a GP practice.
• Experience working within a nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of the practice nurse role, including cervical screening.
• Assist and support with clinical tasks.
• Manage flu home visits and administrative processes.

Skills

Cervical cytology

Wound care

Managing long-term conditions

Infection control protocols

Proficiency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation

Education

NMC registered nurse

Tools

SystmOne

Accurx

Job description

Job Summary

Friar Gate Surgery is seeking an experienced Practice Nurse who can offer a full range of nursing services. The hours ideally will be between 25–30 hours per week. The successful candidate will undertake all aspects of the practice nurse role, including cervical screening, baby immunisations, chronic disease management, and will support our existing nurse and pharmacy technician while working closely with the two GPs.

Patient Care

• Assist and support with clinical tasks such as wound care, cytology, childhood immunisations, medicals, and chaperoning.
• Conduct pathology requests and manage long‑term conditions such as Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, and other QOF reviews.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard patient data in accordance with practice policies.

Clinical & Administrative Duties

• Follow clinical protocols, maintain equipment and rooms, ensure stock rotations, and handle vaccine orders.
• Manage flu home visits, keep mandatory check records, and support general administrative processes.

Health & Safety

• Implement infection control protocols, manage PPE and hand hygiene, handle specimens and oversee sterile environments.
• Train staff on safety measures, monitor equipment, and address hazards.

Equality & Diversity

Promote inclusive behaviour, respect patient rights, and act in a non‑judgmental manner.

Development & Quality

• Participate in training, personal development, performance reviews, and audits.
• Work on team and individual effectiveness to ensure high standards of care.

Communication

Maintain clear, adaptable communication with patients, carers, and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

Long‑Term Condition Management

• Asthma (peak flow readings and spirometry)
• COPD
• Diabetes – Reviews including foot checks and care planning
• Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and CHD management
• CKD management

Screening and Health Checks

• BP checks, height, weight, BMI, urinalysis, and smoking status
• New patient checks
• NHS health checks
• Mental health reviews
• Learning disability reviews

Women’s Health and Family Planning

• Cervical cytology
• General family planning services

Procedures and Wound Care

• Cervical cytology
• Wound care
• Suture and clip removal
• Ear syringing

Travel Health

• Advice and preparation
• Travel immunisations
• NHS vaccinations and immunisations

Clinical Responsibilities

• Administer injections under individualised prescription or PGD
• Request pathology tests such as urine cultures and swabs
• Assist GPs with minor surgery and family planning as required
• Maintain cold chain procedures for vaccines and drugs

Infection Prevention and Control

• Universal hygiene precautions
• Collection and handling of laboratory specimens
• Segregation and disposal of waste materials
• Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
• Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries
• Managing blood and body fluid spillages
• Ensuring safe disposal of clinical waste and PPE
• Support patients and colleagues in adopting effective infection control measures
• Lead or participate in infection prevention and control audits

Emergency Preparedness

• Proficiency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
• Support the maintenance of emergency equipment and attend updates as required

General Duties and Administrative Tasks

• Maintain cleanliness of equipment used by nurses and GPs
• Stock and rotate items in GP and nurse rooms as needed
• Chaperone and assist patients during examinations
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of treatment rooms
• Order and manage stock such as health promotion literature, district hospital supplies, and vaccinations
• Participate in administrative systems and ensure accurate documentation of patient medical records
• Advise management on potential problems or errors within assigned tasks
• Attend and contribute to practice meetings as needed
• Perform any other delegated duties appropriate to the role

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse

Desirable

• Experience using SystmOne, Accurx, Arden's Templates
• Experience working with deprived populations
• Delivery of clinical audit
• QOF management

Experience

• Working in a GP practice and primary care
• Experience as a Practice Nurse in a GP practice
• Experience working within a nursing team
• Experience as a Lead/Senior Practice Nurse (desirable)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Applicants must have current UK professional registration and will undergo a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order).

Additional Information

Applicants are required to hold current UK professional registration. For more information, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Friar Gate Surgery – Agard Street, Derby, DE1 1DZ. For further details, visit https://www.friargatesurgery.co.uk/.

Job Information

Reference number: A1484‑25‑0014
Posted: 18 December 2025
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time