• Job Description

  Req#: A2278-25-0000?language=en&page=1179&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our dedicated team at Long Lane Surgery. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking general practice committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

  Main duties of the job

  The Practice Nurse plays a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care within the general practice team. Responsibilities include routine and chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, diabetes, hypertension), wound care, cervical cytology, immunisations, NHS Health Checks, and travel health advice. The nurse supports patients through health promotion, lifestyle advice, and opportunistic interventions.

  Clinical duties include ECGs, BP checks, suture removal, administering medications under PGDs/PSDs, and maintaining accurate clinical records. The nurse collaborates with GPs, ANPs, and HCAs, and may assist in minor surgeries or act as a chaperone when needed.

  The role includes ensuring the safe storage of vaccines, infection control, safeguarding awareness, and supporting practice protocols. Participation in audits, significant event reviews, and training is expected. The Practice Nurse must maintain NMC registration, engage in annual appraisal and CPD, and uphold professional standards, contributing to a safe and patient-centred environment.

  About us

  Long Lane Surgery is a well-established GP practice serving a diverse community. We offer a welcoming environment, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, professional development, and patient safety. Our clinical team includes GPs, nurses, HCAs, and a wider multidisciplinary team working collaboratively for better outcomes.

  Details

  Date posted

  05 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  A2278-25-0000

  Job locations

  Beacon house

  Long lane

  Coalville

  Leicestershire

  LE67 4DR

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Job Overview

  The Practice Nurse plays a vital and autonomous role within the multidisciplinary team at Long Lane Surgery. This individual is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, and evidence-based nursing care to the practice population. The role encompasses a wide range of clinical responsibilities including chronic disease management, immunisation programmes, womens health, wound care, health promotion, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

  The post holder will lead on key clinical areas including:

  • Anticoagulation

  • Wound Care

  • Womens Health

  They are also expected to actively contribute to clinical governance, mentoring and supervision of junior nursing staff, and play a role in service development aligned with both local and national healthcare priorities.

  Practice Vision and Mission

  Our Vision

  To be a leader in healthcare, known for excellence, innovation, and compassionate, patient-centred care. We strive to empower our community through accessible, high-quality services and continuous improvement, setting the standard for healthcare delivery.

  Our Mission

  To offer compassionate, patient-focused, and high-quality healthcare services that enhance the health and well-being of our community. We are dedicated to providing accessible, evidence-based medical care, emphasising prevention, education, and ongoing improvement. Our goal is to ensure that each patient receives personalised attention and support throughout their healthcare journey.

  We are equally committed to nurturing a skilled and motivated team, empowering our staff to grow and excel in delivering exceptional care.

  Primary Responsibilities

  Clinical Leadership

  • Act as lead nurse for Wound Care, Womens Health, and Anticoagulation, providing expertise and support across the team.

  • Deliver structured training to the nursing team in these lead areas, ensuring adherence to best practice and local/national guidance.

  Chronic Disease Management

  • Oversee and participate in the delivery of chronic disease clinics (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension).

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised treatment plans for chronic conditions, in collaboration with the GP and wider team.

  • Monitor at-risk patients and implement early interventions to prevent deterioration in health.

  General Clinical Duties

  • Undertake routine nursing tasks such as:

    • Blood pressure monitoring

    • ECGs

    • Suture and clip removal

    • Wound dressing and Doppler assessment

    • BMI measurement and lifestyle advice

  • Provide travel medicine advice and vaccinations, based on current guidance.

  • Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children under PGDs.

  • Carry out NHS Health Checks, including data recording and patient follow-up.

  Women's Health

  • Perform cervical cytology (smear tests) according to national screening protocols.

  • Provide contraceptive advice and conduct annual reviews in line with FRSH guidance and practice policy.

  • Support patients in areas such as menopause management and reproductive health.

  Emergency and Acute Care

  • Assist GPs with minor surgery procedures.

  • Support the team in clinical emergencies and perform anaphylaxis management in line with Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.

  • Provide clinical triage, assessing patients and referring or treating within scope of practice.

  Mental Health and Safeguarding

  • Recognise and refer patients with mental health issues or safeguarding concerns.

  • Work within national and local safeguarding policies to protect vulnerable adults and children.

  • Liaise with social care and external agencies where appropriate.

  Administrative and Governance Responsibilities

  Clinical Records and Information Governance

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional standards and data protection law.

  • Use read codes and clinical templates consistently to support patient safety and clinical effectiveness.

  • Contribute to the maintenance of chronic disease registers and patient recall systems.

  Medicines Management

  • Administer medications safely under Patient Group Directions (PGDs) or Patient Specific Directions (PSDs).

  • Monitor stock levels, ensuring the safe storage, rotation, and disposal of vaccines and medications.

  • Record cold chain data and report any discrepancies promptly.

  Audit and Quality Improvement

  • Support clinical audit activities, including data collection, analysis, and action planning.

  • Contribute to practice improvement programmes by evaluating outcomes and suggesting improvements.

  • Participate in significant event reviews and near-miss investigations, using structured tools such as root cause analysis (RCA).

  Education and Development

  • Participate in and contribute to mandatory training, clinical updates, and the practice training programme.

  • Act as a mentor or supervisor to junior nurses and students as required.

  • Engage in annual appraisal and revalidation processes, identifying personal learning needs and CPD opportunities.

  Secondary Responsibilities

  • Contribute to policy and protocol development in collaboration with the clinical leadership team.

  • If qualified as an independent prescriber, prescribe within own competencies and in accordance with national guidance.

  • Participate in shared learning sessions and collaborative practice initiatives.

  • Support the implementation of Integrated Care Board (ICB) pathways and public health campaigns.

  • Monitor treatment room stock and assist with re-stocking other clinical areas when needed.

  • Participate in the planning and implementation of service changes and innovations.

  • Support the Deputy Practice Manager in staff inductions and orientation for new clinicians.

  Professional and Organisational Responsibilities

  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)

  • Uphold a positive and inclusive workplace culture that promotes equality of opportunity for staff and patients.

  • Ensure all patients are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination.

  Health, Safety and Environment

  • Take reasonable care of own and others health and safety.

  • Comply with health and safety legislation, including fire safety, infection control, and safe handling of sharps/medicines.

  Confidentiality

  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, adhering to the NHS Code of Confidentiality and GDPR.

  Professional Conduct

  • Uphold the standards of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct.

  • Dress professionally in accordance with the requirements of a clinical role.

  • Support the security and professionalism of the practice by ensuring restricted areas and patient data remain protected.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Job Overview

  The Practice Nurse plays a vital and autonomous role within the multidisciplinary team at Long Lane Surgery. This individual is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, and evidence-based nursing care to the practice population. The role encompasses a wide range of clinical responsibilities including chronic disease management, immunisation programmes, womens health, wound care, health promotion, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

  The post holder will lead on key clinical areas including:

  • Anticoagulation

  • Wound Care

  • Womens Health

  They are also expected to actively contribute to clinical governance, mentoring and supervision of junior nursing staff, and play a role in service development aligned with both local and national healthcare priorities.

  Practice Vision and Mission

  Our Vision

  To be a leader in healthcare, known for excellence, innovation, and compassionate, patient-centred care. We strive to empower our community through accessible, high-quality services and continuous improvement, setting the standard for healthcare delivery.

  Our Mission

  To offer compassionate, patient-focused, and high-quality healthcare services that enhance the health and well-being of our community. We are dedicated to providing accessible, evidence-based medical care, emphasising prevention, education, and ongoing improvement. Our goal is to ensure that each patient receives personalised attention and support throughout their healthcare journey.

  We are equally committed to nurturing a skilled and motivated team, empowering our staff to grow and excel in delivering exceptional care.

  Primary Responsibilities

  Clinical Leadership

  • Act as lead nurse for Wound Care, Womens Health, and Anticoagulation, providing expertise and support across the team.

  • Deliver structured training to the nursing team in these lead areas, ensuring adherence to best practice and local/national guidance.

  Chronic Disease Management

  • Oversee and participate in the delivery of chronic disease clinics (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension).

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised treatment plans for chronic conditions, in collaboration with the GP and wider team.

  • Monitor at-risk patients and implement early interventions to prevent deterioration in health.

  General Clinical Duties

  • Undertake routine nursing tasks such as:

    • Blood pressure monitoring

    • ECGs

    • Suture and clip removal

    • Wound dressing and Doppler assessment

    • BMI measurement and lifestyle advice

  • Provide travel medicine advice and vaccinations, based on current guidance.

  • Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children under PGDs.

  • Carry out NHS Health Checks, including data recording and patient follow-up.

  Women's Health

  • Perform cervical cytology (smear tests) according to national screening protocols.

  • Provide contraceptive advice and conduct annual reviews in line with FRSH guidance and practice policy.

  • Support patients in areas such as menopause management and reproductive health.

  Emergency and Acute Care

  • Assist GPs with minor surgery procedures.

  • Support the team in clinical emergencies and perform anaphylaxis management in line with Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.

  • Provide clinical triage, assessing patients and referring or treating within scope of practice.

  Mental Health and Safeguarding

  • Recognise and refer patients with mental health issues or safeguarding concerns.

  • Work within national and local safeguarding policies to protect vulnerable adults and children.

  • Liaise with social care and external agencies where appropriate.

  Administrative and Governance Responsibilities

  Clinical Records and Information Governance

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional standards and data protection law.

  • Use read codes and clinical templates consistently to support patient safety and clinical effectiveness.

  • Contribute to the maintenance of chronic disease registers and patient recall systems.

  Medicines Management

  • Administer medications safely under Patient Group Directions (PGDs) or Patient Specific Directions (PSDs).

  • Monitor stock levels, ensuring the safe storage, rotation, and disposal of vaccines and medications.

  • Record cold chain data and report any discrepancies promptly.

  Audit and Quality Improvement

  • Support clinical audit activities, including data collection, analysis, and action planning.

  • Contribute to practice improvement programmes by evaluating outcomes and suggesting improvements.

  • Participate in significant event reviews and near-miss investigations, using structured tools such as root cause analysis (RCA).

  Education and Development

  • Participate in and contribute to mandatory training, clinical updates, and the practice training programme.

  • Act as a mentor or supervisor to junior nurses and students as required.

  • Engage in annual appraisal and revalidation processes, identifying personal learning needs and CPD opportunities.

  Secondary Responsibilities

  • Contribute to policy and protocol development in collaboration with the clinical leadership team.

  • If qualified as an independent prescriber, prescribe within own competencies and in accordance with national guidance.

  • Participate in shared learning sessions and collaborative practice initiatives.

  • Support the implementation of Integrated Care Board (ICB) pathways and public health campaigns.

  • Monitor treatment room stock and assist with re-stocking other clinical areas when needed.

  • Participate in the planning and implementation of service changes and innovations.

  • Support the Deputy Practice Manager in staff inductions and orientation for new clinicians.

  Professional and Organisational Responsibilities

  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)

  • Uphold a positive and inclusive workplace culture that promotes equality of opportunity for staff and patients.

  • Ensure all patients are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination.

  Health, Safety and Environment

  • Take reasonable care of own and others health and safety.

  • Comply with health and safety legislation, including fire safety, infection control, and safe handling of sharps/medicines.

  Confidentiality

  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, adhering to the NHS Code of Confidentiality and GDPR.

  Professional Conduct

  • Uphold the standards of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct.

  • Dress professionally in accordance with the requirements of a clinical role.

  • Support the security and professionalism of the practice by ensuring restricted areas and patient data remain protected.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Essential:
  • Registered Nurse (NMC PIN)

  Desirable

  • Desirable:
  • Nurse Practitioner qualification or equivalent
  • Independent Prescribing qualification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Essential:
  • Experience in a primary care or community setting
  • Chronic disease management and autonomous working

  Desirable

  • Team leadership or mentorship experience

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Essential:
  • Registered Nurse (NMC PIN)

  Desirable

  • Desirable:
  • Nurse Practitioner qualification or equivalent
  • Independent Prescribing qualification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Essential:
  • Experience in a primary care or community setting
  • Chronic disease management and autonomous working

  Desirable

  • Team leadership or mentorship experience

  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

  Long Lane Surgery

  Address

  Beacon house

  Long lane

  Coalville

  Leicestershire

  LE67 4DR

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Long Lane Surgery

  Address

  Beacon house

  Long lane

  Coalville

  Leicestershire

  LE67 4DR

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.longlanesurgery.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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