Practice Nurse

NHS

  • Westgate on Sea, Kent
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 8 days ago
About Us We are a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering high-quality care to our patients. With a supportive clinical and administrative team, we pride ourselves on working collaboratively to provide excellent primary care services within a welcoming environment.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivatedPractice Nurseto join our team in a part-time basis.Main duties of the jobAbout the RoleThe role involves delivering a wide range of nursing services and working closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, and the wider primary care network.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide evidence-based nursing care to patients of all agesUndertake chronic disease management (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)Deliver routine nursing duties including immunisations, cervical screening, wound care, and health checksSupport patients with health promotion and lifestyle adviceContribute to QOF, enhanced services, and health improvement initiativesMaintain accurate clinical records in line with practice policies and NMC guidelinesAbout usWestgate Doctors surgery is based in Westgate-On-Sea in Kent, which is a lovely seaside location.We have 10,500 registered patients and the clinical team comprises of four GP partners, one salaried GP, two ANP's and a compliment of Registered nurses and HCA's.https://www.westgatesurgery.nhs.uk/DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberA2604-25-0001Job locations60 Westgate Bay AvenueWestgate-on-seaKentCT8 8SNJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob PurposeThe post holder will be responsible for the delivery of general practice nursing services to the practice population. Working collaboratively with the general practice team, the nurse will provide a wide range of nursing services, health promotion, and chronic disease management in line with local and national guidelines. Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver evidence-based nursing care to patients in accordance with NMC standards.Undertake chronic disease management including asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension reviews.Provide routine nursing services including:Childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinationsCervical cytologyWound management and dressingsContraceptive advice and supportHealth checksProvide health promotion, lifestyle advice, and support for self-care management.Support the achievement of QOF and Enhanced Services.Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely clinical records.Participate in infection control and vaccination campaigns, including seasonal flu clinics.Work collaboratively with GPs, HCAs, and other allied health professionals to ensure safe and effective patient care.Undertake regular clinical audit, significant event analysis, and contribute to service development.Person SpecificationEssentialRegistered Nurse with NMC registration.Demonstrable experience in clinical practice.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Commitment to professional development and high standards of care. DesirableExperience in a general practice or primary care setting.Training in chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD).Cervical cytology training.Immunisation training (adult and child).Knowledge of the clinical systems EMIS Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob PurposeThe post holder will be responsible for the delivery of general practice nursing services to the practice population. Working collaboratively with the general practice team, the nurse will provide a wide range of nursing services, health promotion, and chronic disease management in line with local and national guidelines. Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver evidence-based nursing care to patients in accordance with NMC standards.Undertake chronic disease management including asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension reviews.Provide routine nursing services including:Childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinationsCervical cytologyWound management and dressingsContraceptive advice and supportHealth checksProvide health promotion, lifestyle advice, and support for self-care management.Support the achievement of QOF and Enhanced Services.Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely clinical records.Participate in infection control and vaccination campaigns, including seasonal flu clinics.Work collaboratively with GPs, HCAs, and other allied health professionals to ensure safe and effective patient care.Undertake regular clinical audit, significant event analysis, and contribute to service development.Person SpecificationEssentialRegistered Nurse with NMC registration.Demonstrable experience in clinical practice.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Commitment to professional development and high standards of care. DesirableExperience in a general practice or primary care setting.Training in chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD).Cervical cytology training.Immunisation training (adult and child).Knowledge of the clinical systems EMISPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Qualifications & Registration
  • Registered Nurse (current NMC registration).
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Experience of working within a clinical environment.
  • Experience of managing a range of long-term conditions (or willingness to undertake training).
  • Experience in health promotion and patient education.
  • Knowledge of current nursing practice, clinical guidelines, and professional standards.
  • Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
  • Proficient in core nursing skills (e.g., wound care, immunisations, cervical cytology or willingness to train).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Good IT skills, with the ability to use clinical systems and maintain accurate records.
  • Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and proactive approach to work.
  • Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
Desirable
  • Post-registration qualification(s) in chronic disease management (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes, cardiovascular disease).
  • Cervical cytology training (up to date).
  • Immunisation and vaccination training (adult and child).
  • Contraception and womens health training.
  • Previous experience working in a general practice or primary care setting.
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience of contributing to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and Enhanced Services.
  • Understanding of safeguarding (adult and child protection) procedures.
  • Familiarity with clinical systems (e.g., EMIS).
  • Ability to support training and mentoring of junior staff or students.
  • Interest in service development and innovation.
  • Willingness to undertake further training to meet the needs of the practice.
  • Ability to adapt positively to change in a fast-paced environment.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Qualifications & Registration
  • Registered Nurse (current NMC registration).
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Experience of working within a clinical environment.
  • Experience of managing a range of long-term conditions (or willingness to undertake training).
  • Experience in health promotion and patient education.
  • Knowledge of current nursing practice, clinical guidelines, and professional standards.
  • Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
  • Proficient in core nursing skills (e.g., wound care, immunisations, cervical cytology or willingness to train).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Good IT skills, with the ability to use clinical systems and maintain accurate records.
  • Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and proactive approach to work.
  • Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
Desirable
  • Post-registration qualification(s) in chronic disease management (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes, cardiovascular disease).
  • Cervical cytology training (up to date).
  • Immunisation and vaccination training (adult and child).
  • Contraception and womens health training.
  • Previous experience working in a general practice or primary care setting.
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience of contributing to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and Enhanced Services.
  • Understanding of safeguarding (adult and child protection) procedures.
  • Familiarity with clinical systems (e.g., EMIS).
  • Ability to support training and mentoring of junior staff or students.
  • Interest in service development and innovation.
  • Willingness to undertake further training to meet the needs of the practice.
  • Ability to adapt positively to change in a fast-paced environment.

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