Job summary
Due to retirement, we would like to appoint a Nurse Manager to oversee the nursing team, contribute to the development of services, and ensure high standards of care are maintained. The Nurse Manager will provide expert clinical leadership, deliver a wide range of general practice nursing duties, and work collaboratively with GPs, practice staff, and external partners to support population health management and patient care.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established and supportive team at our high performing, forward thinking practice.
Main duties of the job
The Nurse Manager is responsible for providing evidence-based clinical care, including managing chronic diseases, administering immunisations, and supporting patients with long-term conditions.
They lead and manage the nursing and healthcare assistant team, ensuring staff training, performance management, and clinical governance activities.
Additionally, they develop and review clinical policies, drive service improvements in collaboration with GPs, and support health initiatives.
The role also involves overseeing staff induction, mentoring, and maintaining professional development while fulfilling contractual obligations and addressing health inequalities.
About us
We are a busy GP practice in the charming town of Kenilworth with a patient list size of approx. 16000 patients and growing.
We are rated Outstanding by CQC, Accredited by Healthwatch, RCGP research ready, NHSE Military Veterans and highly rated on NHS choices and the Annual Patient GP survey.
We are maximum achievers in the Quality Outcomes Framework and have a strong innovative background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Provide skilled, evidence-based nursing care including chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, diabetes, hypertension)
- Undertake cervical cytology, childhood and adult immunisations, wound care, travel health advice, ECGs, and phlebotomy
- Triage and manage acute minor illness presentations where appropriate
- Promote health education and disease prevention initiatives
- Provide support for patients with long-term conditions and complex care needs
Leadership & Management
- Line manage and support the nursing and HCA team, including appraisals, training, and performance management
- Lead on clinical governance activities including audits, infection control, and significant event reviews
- Develop, implement, and review clinical policies and protocols in line with CQC and NHS standards
- Ensure the effective induction and mentoring of new staff
- Promote a positive and supportive team environment
Service Development
- Work with GPs and the management team to identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation
- Participate in QOF, Enhanced Services, and other contractual obligations
- Support practice-level initiatives around population health and health inequalities
- Engage in continuing professional development and maintain professional registration
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Provide skilled, evidence-based nursing care including chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, diabetes, hypertension)
- Undertake cervical cytology, childhood and adult immunisations, wound care, travel health advice, ECGs, and phlebotomy
- Triage and manage acute minor illness presentations where appropriate
- Promote health education and disease prevention initiatives
- Provide support for patients with long-term conditions and complex care needs
Leadership & Management
- Line manage and support the nursing and HCA team, including appraisals, training, and performance management
- Lead on clinical governance activities including audits, infection control, and significant event reviews
- Develop, implement, and review clinical policies and protocols in line with CQC and NHS standards
- Ensure the effective induction and mentoring of new staff
- Promote a positive and supportive team environment
Service Development
- Work with GPs and the management team to identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation
- Participate in QOF, Enhanced Services, and other contractual obligations
- Support practice-level initiatives around population health and health inequalities
- Engage in continuing professional development and maintain professional registration
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post-registration experience, preferably in Primary Care
- Chronic disease management experience
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
Desirable
- Previous team leadership or management experience
- Experience with QOF and Enhanced Services
- Experience leading audits or quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with NMC registration
- Evidence of leadership/management training
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber
- Diploma/degree in Chronic Disease Management or equivalent
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical assessment and consultation skills
- Knowledge of CQC, infection control, and safeguarding policies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
Desirable
- Familiarity with EMIS or other clinical systems
- Understanding of local healthcare pathways and PCN structures
- Experience working in a teaching/training practice
- Experience with clinical protocol development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-centred
- Organised with attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
Desirable
- Flexible and open to innovation
- Proactive and solution-focused
- Committed to lifelong learning
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post-registration experience, preferably in Primary Care
- Chronic disease management experience
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
Desirable
- Previous team leadership or management experience
- Experience with QOF and Enhanced Services
- Experience leading audits or quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with NMC registration
- Evidence of leadership/management training
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber
- Diploma/degree in Chronic Disease Management or equivalent
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical assessment and consultation skills
- Knowledge of CQC, infection control, and safeguarding policies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
Desirable
- Familiarity with EMIS or other clinical systems
- Understanding of local healthcare pathways and PCN structures
- Experience working in a teaching/training practice
- Experience with clinical protocol development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-centred
- Organised with attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
Desirable
- Flexible and open to innovation
- Proactive and solution-focused
- Committed to lifelong learning
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).