Sleights and Sandsend Medical Practice

Treatment Room Nurse

The closing date is 01 December 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a confident and compassionate treatment room nurse with some experience in general practice to join our busy GP practice. The role involves delivering high-quality nursing care in the treatment room, supporting GPs and healthcare professionals in managing patient care efficiently. There will be the possibility to train and grow to take on a fuller general practice nursing role over time. The position could suit a newly qualified nurse, or a nurse looking to transition into general practice from another setting.

Main duties of the job

Deliver a wide range of clinical procedures in the treatment room including wound assessment and management, dressing application and removal, injections (e.g., flu, travel vaccines), venipuncture, ECGs, and basic health screenings.

Assist GPs and other healthcare professionals with minor surgical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout.

Administer vaccinations and immunizations following national protocols and practice policies, including childhood and adult programs.

Monitor and maintain stocks of clinical supplies, ensuring proper storage and expiry checks.

Maintain and audit infection control standards to comply with local and national guidelines, promoting safety.

Manage patient appointments for treatment room clinics, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.

Provide health education and advice, promoting self-care and lifestyle changes where appropriate.

Accurately document patient interactions, treatments, and observations per NHS standards, ensuring confidentiality and data protection.

Identify patients needing follow-up or referral and liaise with the wider practice team to coordinate care.

Participate in clinical and team meetings, contributing to professional development and service improvements.

Support practice-wide initiatives such as audits, vaccination campaigns, and quality improvement projects as directed by the practice manager or clinical lead.

Engage in training and development to grow the role

About us

Sleights and Sandsend Medical Practice is a community-focused healthcare provider serving the villages of Sleights and Sandsend in North Yorkshire, England. We offer comprehensive primary care services including general medical consultations, chronic disease management, vaccinations, and minor procedures. Committed to patient-centred care, our team works hard to promote accessibility and continuity, supporting patients across all ages. With a friendly, approachable staff, we prioritise health promotion and preventive care. We collaborate closely with local healthcare services to ensure holistic support, fostering strong community relationships and improving overall wellbeing.

Date posted

01 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0661-25-0003

Job locations

Iburndale Lane

Sleights

Whitby

North Yorkshire

YO22 5DP

Sandsend Surgery

Sandsend Road

Sandsend

Whitby

North Yorkshire

YO21 3SN

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

Assist GPs and other healthcare professionals with minor surgical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout.

Undertake patient health checks

Administer vaccinations and immunizations following national protocols and practice policies, including childhood and adult programs.

Monitor and maintain stocks of clinical supplies, ensuring proper storage and expiry checks.

Maintain infection control standards to comply with local and national guidelines, promoting safety.

Provide health education and advice, promoting self-care and lifestyle changes where appropriate.

Accurately document patient interactions, treatments, and observations per NHS standards, ensuring confidentiality and data protection.

Identify patients needing follow-up or referral and liaise with the wider practice team to coordinate care.

Participate in clinical and team meetings, contributing to professional development and service improvements.

Support practice-wide initiatives such as audits, vaccination campaigns, and quality improvement projects as directed by the practice manager or clinical lead.

Refer patients directly to other services as appropriate

Assist in chronic disease clinics

Chaperone patients where necessary

Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

Recognise and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies