Practice Nurse - Part Time
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Sedgley, DY3 3QY |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Job Description To provide high-quality nursing care to patients within a general practice setting, promoting health, preventing illness, and supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and long-term conditions. The role involves delivering evidence-based care, health education, immunisations, screening programmes, and supporting patients to maintain and improve their wellbeing while working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Duties and responsibilities Provide patient assessments, treatment, advice, and ongoing care. Administer vaccinations, immunisations, and prescribed medications. Conduct health screenings, routine checks, and chronic disease reviews/Management. Manage long-term conditions including diabetes, asthma, and hypertension. Undertake wound care, dressings, and cervical screening. Promote health education, prevention, and wellbeing. Maintain accurate clinical records and support infection control practices. Collaborate with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care in line with professional standards and guidelines. Role and Objectives To undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care and treatment in conjunction with the GPs, and other practice nurses or independently, in line with competence and need. To maintain or improve standards of care and be actively involved in identifying practice population needs. To demonstrate and apply knowledge related to the Dudley Quality and Outcomes Framework (DQOF). To provide therapeutic interventions within a broader health promotion/public health strategy and enable patients to take action to meet their priorities for health. To help provide education and training regarding long term conditions as required. To provide specialist advice to patients and relatives in relation to long term conditions. To undertake any further training as required to ensure appropriate role development. To practice within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and maintain accurate records Key Tasks and Responsibilities Patient assessment and care Managing and monitoring long-term conditions, specifically diabetes mellitus, asthma, COPD as well as hypertension and cardiovascular disease within the nursing team Conducting reviews, adjusting care plans within scope of practice, and supporting lifestyle changes Monitoring blood results and medication effectiveness Health promotion and prevention Immunisations and vaccinations Wound care and minor procedures Carrying out procedures such as: Ear care (if trained) ECG recording Cervical screening (smear tests) Urine testing Supporting contraception and reproductive health services (depending on training) Providing advice on sexual health and menopause care (depending on training) Patient education and support Maintaining professional standards in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code Safeguarding responsibilities Team working and professional development Working alongside GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and other primary care professionals Attending practice meetings Maintaining clinical competence through continuing professional development (CPD) General Tasks Clinical governance and safety Maintaining accurate patient records Follow infection prevention and control procedures Participate in audit and quality improvement Report incidents and safeguarding concerns