Practice Nurse
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Blackpool, FY2 0JG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Oct 2026 |
Summary
The Practice Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within a primary care setting. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide a range of treatment room and chronic disease management services, health promotion activities, and preventative care programmes to support the health and wellbeing of the practice population. The Practice Nurse will work collaboratively with GPs, Advanced Practitioners, Healthcare Assistants, Pharmacists, and other members of the Primary Care Network to ensure patients receive safe, effective, and patient-centred care. Main Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Duties Deliver high-quality nursing care in accordance with NMC standards, current clinical guidelines, and practice policies. Undertake chronic disease management and monitoring. Carry out cervical cytology screening in accordance with national guidelines. Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations under Patient Group Directions (PGDs) or Patient Specific Directions (PSDs). Provide wound management under the Local Enhanced Service. Perform NHS Health Checks and other health screening programmes. Undertake ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, and other clinical observations. Provide contraception advice and support where appropriately trained. Deliver travel health advice and vaccinations where applicable. Support infection prevention and control procedures within the practice. Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns in line with local and national policies.Health Promotion Promote healthy lifestyles and support patients to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Provide education and advice regarding smoking cessation, weight management, exercise, diet, and long-term condition self-management. Participate in national and local health campaigns and screening programmes.Patient Care Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Provide holistic, patient-centred care while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. Facilitate referrals and signposting to appropriate services where required. Work within professional competence and seek support when necessary.Communication and Teamworking Develop effective working relationships with patients, carers, colleagues, and external agencies. Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team and Primary Care Network colleagues. Participate in practice meetings and clinical discussions. Contribute to the training and support of new staff and students where appropriate.Clinical Governance Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant patient records using the clinical system. Participate in audits, quality improvement projects, and service development initiatives. Maintain awareness of current legislation, policies, and clinical best practice. Report incidents, significant events, and safeguarding concerns in accordance with practice procedures.Professional Development Maintain active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Undertake mandatory training and continuing professional development. Maintain competencies relevant to the role and scope of practice. Participate in annual appraisal and personal development planning.