Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Nurse to join our friendly surgery. You will be responsible for assisting medical personnel in the care of our practice patients, including treatment, preventative care, screening and patient education.
Experience working in primary care is preferred.
Main duties of the job
Organise and co-ordinate the provision of nursing services for the practice, to include the delegation of duties to other practice nursing staff as appropriate
Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently, meeting agreed protocols
Provide general and specific health screenings to practice patients (within agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary
Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments with referral to GPs as necessary
With the practice manager, ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels relating to patient care
Following appropriate training, undertake the collection, storage and despatch of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, smears etc. and ensure the cleanliness of any equipment so used. Perform any investigatory procedures requested by the GPs
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes on the clinical computer system as appropriate
Completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice
Collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and ad hoc reports
Participate in practice meetings as required
Assist in the formulation of practice philosophy, strategy and policy and develop appropriate protocols
About us
Riverside Family Practice aims to provide the best quality healthcare for our patients with a professional and efficient service.
We are based in St Peter's Centre, Burnley, with a friendly team made up of GP Partners, Nurses, a Practice Manager, and a welcoming group of receptionists/administrators.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Overview
Join our friendly, forward-thinking practice and play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care. As a Practice Nurse, youll provide high-quality clinical services, support our nursing team, and help shape the future of the practice.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care
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Deliver a wide range of nursing treatments and health screenings, working both independently and alongside our GPs.
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Offer health advice, support patients with minor ailments, and make referrals when needed.
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Collect, prepare, and despatch specimens (bloods, swabs, smears, etc.) following training and agreed protocols.
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Carry out investigatory procedures and maintain the highest standards of infection control and clinical safety.
Teamwork & Leadership
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Help organise and coordinate nursing services, supporting and guiding other nursing staff.
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Work closely with the Practice Manager to maintain clinical equipment and manage stock.
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Participate fully in practice meetings, contributing to the development of protocols, strategy, and high-quality patient care.
Record Keeping & Administration
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Ensure accurate, timely clinical documentation on our digital systems.
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Complete all required documentation for patient registration and care.
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Assist with collecting data for reports, audits, and service planning.
Infection Control & Safety
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Lead by example in maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant clinical environment.
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Oversee PPE, sharps safety, specimen handling, decontamination processes, spill management, and waste disposal.
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Monitor practice facilities, identify risks, and escalate issues promptly.
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Participate in regular infection-control and health-and-safety training.
Confidentiality & Professionalism
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Safeguard all patient and practice information at all times, adhering strictly to confidentiality and data-protection policies.
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Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Professional Development
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Engage in ongoing learning, maintain professional competency, and participate in annual performance reviews.
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Support and mentor colleagues undertaking similar clinical work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Overview
Join our friendly, forward-thinking practice and play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care. As a Practice Nurse, youll provide high-quality clinical services, support our nursing team, and help shape the future of the practice.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care
-
Deliver a wide range of nursing treatments and health screenings, working both independently and alongside our GPs.
-
Offer health advice, support patients with minor ailments, and make referrals when needed.
-
Collect, prepare, and despatch specimens (bloods, swabs, smears, etc.) following training and agreed protocols.
-
Carry out investigatory procedures and maintain the highest standards of infection control and clinical safety.
Teamwork & Leadership
-
Help organise and coordinate nursing services, supporting and guiding other nursing staff.
-
Work closely with the Practice Manager to maintain clinical equipment and manage stock.
-
Participate fully in practice meetings, contributing to the development of protocols, strategy, and high-quality patient care.
Record Keeping & Administration
-
Ensure accurate, timely clinical documentation on our digital systems.
-
Complete all required documentation for patient registration and care.
-
Assist with collecting data for reports, audits, and service planning.
Infection Control & Safety
-
Lead by example in maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant clinical environment.
-
Oversee PPE, sharps safety, specimen handling, decontamination processes, spill management, and waste disposal.
-
Monitor practice facilities, identify risks, and escalate issues promptly.
-
Participate in regular infection-control and health-and-safety training.
Confidentiality & Professionalism
-
Safeguard all patient and practice information at all times, adhering strictly to confidentiality and data-protection policies.
-
Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Professional Development
-
Engage in ongoing learning, maintain professional competency, and participate in annual performance reviews.
-
Support and mentor colleagues undertaking similar clinical work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Registered Nurse with NMC registration
Desirable
- GP Surgery experience
- Chronic Disease Management (Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Hypertension, CVD, Stroke/TIA)
- New Patient Checks
- Cytology
- Contraceptive Injections
- Immunisations (incl. Children, Flu, Shingles, Travel)
- Blood Pressure
- Venepuncture/Phlebotomy
- ECG
- Urine Test
- Spirometry
- Pill Checks
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Registered Nurse with NMC registration
Desirable
- GP Surgery experience
- Chronic Disease Management (Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Hypertension, CVD, Stroke/TIA)
- New Patient Checks
- Cytology
- Contraceptive Injections
- Immunisations (incl. Children, Flu, Shingles, Travel)
- Blood Pressure
- Venepuncture/Phlebotomy
- ECG
- Urine Test
- Spirometry
- Pill Checks
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).