• Job Description

  Req#: A3962-25-0001?language=en&page=1059&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Were looking for a Practice Nurse to join our forward-thinking, dynamic team at Purbeck Health Centre in Milton Keynes. This part-time role (up to 24 hours per week) is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment where your input truly matters. At Purbeck, were not just about delivering healthcare; were passionate about constantly improving how we work to make life better for both our patients and our staff. If youre ready to be part of a team that values fresh ideas, embraces change, and provides a supportive environment to help you grow, wed love to hear from you!

  Main duties of the job

  In this role, youll be using your clinical expertise to support patients in a variety of ways. From managing chronic diseases like asthma, diabetes, and hypertension, to offering womens health services such as smears and contraception, youll play a key role in delivering essential care. Youll also have the chance to provide vaccinations and carry out treatments such as wound care, ECGs, and ear syringing. We believe in empowering our nurses, so youll be encouraged to take the lead in health promotion, including NHS health checks, smoking cessation, and sexual health testing. If you enjoy working with autonomy, while being supported by a close-knit, collaborative team, this role will offer you the variety and challenge youre looking for.

  About us

  At Purbeck Health Centre, we believe that the best way to provide outstanding care is by constantly evolving and improving. We actively encourage new ways of working and value staff input in shaping how we deliver care. Our practice is built on the idea that happy, supported staff lead to happy, well-cared-for patients. Were always looking for opportunities to introduce innovative approaches that benefit everyone, whether thats introducing new technologies, improving systems, or finding better ways to work together. If youre someone who enjoys the idea of driving change and being part of a practice thats always moving forward, this is the place for you. We offer a supportive environment where youre not just another staff member, youre a valued part of a team thats making a real difference.

  Details

  Date posted

  07 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  A3962-25-0001

  Job locations

  Stantonbury

  Milton Keynes

  Bucks

  MK14 6BL

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Job Summary

  As a Practice Nurse at Purbeck Health Centre, youll be playing a key role in supporting patients with long-term conditions, including managing care for elderly and housebound individuals. Youll be an integral member of a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team, ensuring that nursing services are delivered effectively to meet the needs of our diverse patient population. This role requires someone with a genuine passion for patient care, the ability to work independently, and a drive to contribute to the ongoing development of our services.

  Your responsibilities will span a range of clinical areas, including chronic disease management, health promotion, infection prevention and control, and supporting the practice in clinical policy development. You'll have the opportunity to shape patient care practices and be involved in the delivery of services that really make a difference. We provide a collaborative and positive work environment, where your ideas are welcomed and where you can actively participate in driving improvements for both staff and patients.

  Key ResponsibilitiesPrimary Responsibilities:

  • Infection Prevention and Control (IPC): Support the IPC lead by assisting with audits, training, and ensuring compliance with IPC guidelines. Help prepare and publish the IPC annual statement.

  • Chronic Disease Management: Provide care for patients with chronic conditions, ensuring treatment plans are effective and based on current evidence. This includes managing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and COPD, with a focus on prevention and health promotion.

  • Care for Vulnerable Groups: Develop and deliver care programs for housebound and frail patients, ensuring they receive regular reviews and appropriate interventions.

  • Health Promotion: Implement and evaluate health promotion activities, including smoking cessation, sexual health advice, and other wellbeing initiatives for patients of all ages.

  • Patient Education: Provide education to patients regarding their treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle changes, ensuring they are informed and supported in managing their health.

  • Chronic Disease Clinics: Oversee the chronic disease registers and run clinics for specific conditions, coordinating with GPs and other healthcare professionals for additional support when necessary.

  • Vaccinations and Immunisations: Administer vaccinations for children and adults, ensuring patients are up-to-date with their immunisation schedules, including the flu, pneumonia, shingles, and HPV vaccines.

  • Minor Surgery Assistance: Assist GPs in minor surgeries, ensuring patients are cared for before, during, and after procedures.

  • Mental Health Support: Recognise and assess patients with mental health needs, providing appropriate support and referring to specialist services where necessary.

  • Clinical Record Keeping: Ensure that patient records are accurately maintained in line with legal and clinical guidelines, including using SNOMED CT codes to ensure easy retrieval of patient data.

  • Patient Support: Liaise with external agencies and healthcare providers to ensure vulnerable patients are fully supported and receive comprehensive care.

  Secondary Responsibilities:

  • Audit and Quality Improvement: Contribute to the development of audit protocols and review processes, ensuring we are continually improving the care we deliver. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to reviews of patient care practices.

  • Team Development: Support the professional development of the nursing team, providing guidance, mentoring, and assisting with training needs analysis. Participate in performance reviews and help colleagues achieve their potential.

  • Collaboration and Communication: Foster effective teamwork across all areas of the practice. Work closely with GPs, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care and ensure that patient needs are met in a timely manner.

  • Rota and Staffing: Assist in coordinating the nursing teams rota, ensuring that we have the right mix of skills available to meet the needs of our patients at all times.

  • Policy and Procedure Development: Contribute to the development and review of practice policies and procedures, ensuring that they meet current guidelines and legislation.

  Qualifications and Experience

  • Registered Nurse: You must be a Registered Nurse with an NMC PIN, with previous experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting being an advantage.

  • Clinical Skills: You should be competent in chronic disease management, administering vaccinations, providing wound care, and carrying out general treatment room tasks (such as ECGs and ear syringing).

  • Experience in Health Promotion: Experience in providing health education and supporting patients with lifestyle changes is essential.

  • Team Player: Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach are vital, as youll be working alongside a diverse team to provide the best care for our patients.

  • Organisational Skills: The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and handle a varied caseload is crucial.

  • IT Skills: Experience with clinical software (such as SystmOne) would be beneficial, but training will be provided if needed.

  About Purbeck Health Centre

  At Purbeck Health Centre, we are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care in a friendly and supportive environment. Were a practice that embraces change and innovation, with a focus on both patient care and the wellbeing of our staff. We actively encourage feedback and new ideas from all our team members to improve the way we work, and were always open to new ways of delivering care.

  As a Practice Nurse here, youll be joining a team that values your contributions and offers support for both your professional development and personal wellbeing. We offer flexible working options, ongoing training, and a strong emphasis on a healthy work-life balance.

  Additional Information

  • Working Hours: Part-time, up to 24 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.

  • Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.

  • Benefits: NHS pension, generous annual leave entitlement, and a supportive environment that values your input and encourages professional growth.

  If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference, work with a dedicated team, and embrace new challenges in a forward-thinking practice, wed love to hear from you!

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Job Summary

  As a Practice Nurse at Purbeck Health Centre, youll be playing a key role in supporting patients with long-term conditions, including managing care for elderly and housebound individuals. Youll be an integral member of a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team, ensuring that nursing services are delivered effectively to meet the needs of our diverse patient population. This role requires someone with a genuine passion for patient care, the ability to work independently, and a drive to contribute to the ongoing development of our services.

  Your responsibilities will span a range of clinical areas, including chronic disease management, health promotion, infection prevention and control, and supporting the practice in clinical policy development. You'll have the opportunity to shape patient care practices and be involved in the delivery of services that really make a difference. We provide a collaborative and positive work environment, where your ideas are welcomed and where you can actively participate in driving improvements for both staff and patients.

  Key ResponsibilitiesPrimary Responsibilities:

  • Infection Prevention and Control (IPC): Support the IPC lead by assisting with audits, training, and ensuring compliance with IPC guidelines. Help prepare and publish the IPC annual statement.

  • Chronic Disease Management: Provide care for patients with chronic conditions, ensuring treatment plans are effective and based on current evidence. This includes managing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and COPD, with a focus on prevention and health promotion.

  • Care for Vulnerable Groups: Develop and deliver care programs for housebound and frail patients, ensuring they receive regular reviews and appropriate interventions.

  • Health Promotion: Implement and evaluate health promotion activities, including smoking cessation, sexual health advice, and other wellbeing initiatives for patients of all ages.

  • Patient Education: Provide education to patients regarding their treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle changes, ensuring they are informed and supported in managing their health.

  • Chronic Disease Clinics: Oversee the chronic disease registers and run clinics for specific conditions, coordinating with GPs and other healthcare professionals for additional support when necessary.

  • Vaccinations and Immunisations: Administer vaccinations for children and adults, ensuring patients are up-to-date with their immunisation schedules, including the flu, pneumonia, shingles, and HPV vaccines.

  • Minor Surgery Assistance: Assist GPs in minor surgeries, ensuring patients are cared for before, during, and after procedures.

  • Mental Health Support: Recognise and assess patients with mental health needs, providing appropriate support and referring to specialist services where necessary.

  • Clinical Record Keeping: Ensure that patient records are accurately maintained in line with legal and clinical guidelines, including using SNOMED CT codes to ensure easy retrieval of patient data.

  • Patient Support: Liaise with external agencies and healthcare providers to ensure vulnerable patients are fully supported and receive comprehensive care.

  Secondary Responsibilities:

  • Audit and Quality Improvement: Contribute to the development of audit protocols and review processes, ensuring we are continually improving the care we deliver. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to reviews of patient care practices.

  • Team Development: Support the professional development of the nursing team, providing guidance, mentoring, and assisting with training needs analysis. Participate in performance reviews and help colleagues achieve their potential.

  • Collaboration and Communication: Foster effective teamwork across all areas of the practice. Work closely with GPs, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care and ensure that patient needs are met in a timely manner.

  • Rota and Staffing: Assist in coordinating the nursing teams rota, ensuring that we have the right mix of skills available to meet the needs of our patients at all times.

  • Policy and Procedure Development: Contribute to the development and review of practice policies and procedures, ensuring that they meet current guidelines and legislation.

  Qualifications and Experience

  • Registered Nurse: You must be a Registered Nurse with an NMC PIN, with previous experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting being an advantage.

  • Clinical Skills: You should be competent in chronic disease management, administering vaccinations, providing wound care, and carrying out general treatment room tasks (such as ECGs and ear syringing).

  • Experience in Health Promotion: Experience in providing health education and supporting patients with lifestyle changes is essential.

  • Team Player: Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach are vital, as youll be working alongside a diverse team to provide the best care for our patients.

  • Organisational Skills: The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and handle a varied caseload is crucial.

  • IT Skills: Experience with clinical software (such as SystmOne) would be beneficial, but training will be provided if needed.

  About Purbeck Health Centre

  At Purbeck Health Centre, we are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care in a friendly and supportive environment. Were a practice that embraces change and innovation, with a focus on both patient care and the wellbeing of our staff. We actively encourage feedback and new ideas from all our team members to improve the way we work, and were always open to new ways of delivering care.

  As a Practice Nurse here, youll be joining a team that values your contributions and offers support for both your professional development and personal wellbeing. We offer flexible working options, ongoing training, and a strong emphasis on a healthy work-life balance.

  Additional Information

  • Working Hours: Part-time, up to 24 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.

  • Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.

  • Benefits: NHS pension, generous annual leave entitlement, and a supportive environment that values your input and encourages professional growth.

  If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference, work with a dedicated team, and embrace new challenges in a forward-thinking practice, wed love to hear from you!

  Person Specification

  Other Criteria

  Essential

  • Clinical Skills and Knowledge
  • Comfortable working within scope of practice and recognising when to escalate
  • Able to accurately document clinical notes using appropriate coding (e.g., SNOMED)
  • Understanding of PGDs and clinical governance requirements
  • Knowledge of public health priorities and how to deliver health promotion strategies
  • Awareness of safeguarding procedures and referral processes
  • Personal Qualities
  • Friendly, approachable, and professional
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A team player who can also work independently
  • Open to learning, feedback, and professional development
  • Calm under pressure with a positive, problem-solving approach
  • Committed to delivering patient-centred care and continuous improvement
  • Other Requirements
  • Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional sessions outside standard hours
  • Satisfactory DBS clearance and occupational health clearance
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD and ability to meet NMC revalidation requirements

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Essential
  • Registered Nurse with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Desirable
  • A recognised mentor or teaching qualification
  • Postgraduate diploma or degree in a relevant area such as Chronic Disease Management
  • Family planning qualification

  Desirable

  • Essential
  • Registered Nurse with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Desirable
  • A recognised mentor or teaching qualification
  • Postgraduate diploma or degree in a relevant area such as Chronic Disease Management
  • Family planning qualification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Essential
  • Experience working in a primary care setting
  • Confident working autonomously and managing own caseload
  • Proven involvement in infection prevention and control procedures
  • Familiarity with managing elderly or housebound patients

  Desirable

  • Desirable
  • Previous experience as a practice nurse or community nurse
  • Involvement in quality improvement initiatives such as audits or benchmarking
  • Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, CHD, and asthma
  • Working knowledge of wound care, immunisations, cervical cytology, ECGs, venepuncture, and travel health

  Person Specification

  Other Criteria

  Essential

  • Clinical Skills and Knowledge
  • Comfortable working within scope of practice and recognising when to escalate
  • Able to accurately document clinical notes using appropriate coding (e.g., SNOMED)
  • Understanding of PGDs and clinical governance requirements
  • Knowledge of public health priorities and how to deliver health promotion strategies
  • Awareness of safeguarding procedures and referral processes
  • Personal Qualities
  • Friendly, approachable, and professional
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A team player who can also work independently
  • Open to learning, feedback, and professional development
  • Calm under pressure with a positive, problem-solving approach
  • Committed to delivering patient-centred care and continuous improvement
  • Other Requirements
  • Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional sessions outside standard hours
  • Satisfactory DBS clearance and occupational health clearance
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD and ability to meet NMC revalidation requirements

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Essential
  • Registered Nurse with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Desirable
  • A recognised mentor or teaching qualification
  • Postgraduate diploma or degree in a relevant area such as Chronic Disease Management
  • Family planning qualification

  Desirable

  • Essential
  • Registered Nurse with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Desirable
  • A recognised mentor or teaching qualification
  • Postgraduate diploma or degree in a relevant area such as Chronic Disease Management
  • Family planning qualification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Essential
  • Experience working in a primary care setting
  • Confident working autonomously and managing own caseload
  • Proven involvement in infection prevention and control procedures
  • Familiarity with managing elderly or housebound patients

  Desirable

  • Desirable
  • Previous experience as a practice nurse or community nurse
  • Involvement in quality improvement initiatives such as audits or benchmarking
  • Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, CHD, and asthma
  • Working knowledge of wound care, immunisations, cervical cytology, ECGs, venepuncture, and travel health

  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).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Purbeck Health Centre

  Address

  Stantonbury

  Milton Keynes

  Bucks

  MK14 6BL

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://purbeckhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Purbeck Health Centre

  Address

  Stantonbury

  Milton Keynes

  Bucks

  MK14 6BL

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://purbeckhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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