NHS

Practice Nurse


PayCompetitive
LocationSaffron Walden/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: A0617-25-0001?language=en&page=682&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      The successful applicant will provide high-quality, evidence based Nursing care within our GP practice. They will be involved with a full range of treatment room duties, management of long term conditions, wound care and cervical screening. The role involves working with the wider healthcare team to reduce health inequalities, improve patient outcomes and support the practice commitment to delivering patient centred care

      Main duties of the job

      Main duties of the job

      Our Practice Nurse role would be expected to undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care or treatment in conjunction with our clinical team and Practice Policies.

      You will required to support and deliver a high level of quality care and service based on the needs of the patient population of which would include treatment, management plans, screening, preventative care and patient education. In addition to this, you would also be expected to support the Practice in meeting its contractual obligations and delivery of enhanced service specifications.

      We are keen to meet colleagues who are proactive and enthusiastic in improving standards of care and seeking continuous development in order to ensure our patients receive a high standard of care.

      About us

      Crocus Medical Practice is an innovative and forward thinking Practice led by our 3 partners. We serve and cover a local population of approximately 12,500 patients and are looking to recruit and welcome a Practice Nurse, to work across our 2 sites.

      You will be joining a well establish team that undertake a variety of tasks, supporting and liaising with the in-house clinical team and other local healthcare providers in order to deliver high quality patient care.

      Details

      Date posted

      26 June 2025

      Pay scheme

      Other

      Salary

      Depending on experience

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time, Flexible working

      Reference number

      A0617-25-0001

      Job locations

      Saffron Walden Hospital

      Radwinter Road

      Saffron Walden

      Essex

      CB11 3HY


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Job Responsibilities:

      Wound Management

      Hypertension Management

      Cervical Smears

      Routine and Childhood immunisations

      Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.

      Bloods

      Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs

      Interest in: Diabetes / Coronary Heart Disease / Asthma / COPD / Contraception

      Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to lead nurses or GPs as appropriate

      Maintaining GP and Nurse rooms, stocking, and rotating items as required.

      Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels

      Participation in administrative systems in the Practice

      At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records

      Attend and participate in Practice Meetings when required

      On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits

      Any other delegated duties appropriate to the Post.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Job Responsibilities:

      Wound Management

      Hypertension Management

      Cervical Smears

      Routine and Childhood immunisations

      Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.

      Bloods

      Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs

      Interest in: Diabetes / Coronary Heart Disease / Asthma / COPD / Contraception

      Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to lead nurses or GPs as appropriate

      Maintaining GP and Nurse rooms, stocking, and rotating items as required.

      Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels

      Participation in administrative systems in the Practice

      At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records

      Attend and participate in Practice Meetings when required

      On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits

      Any other delegated duties appropriate to the Post.

      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Relevant Nursing Qualifications
      • Previous Primary Care experience

      Desirable

      • Sound knowledge and experience in using System 1
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Relevant Nursing Qualifications
      • Previous Primary Care experience

      Desirable

      • Sound knowledge and experience in using System 1

      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

      Crocus Medical Practice

      Address

      Saffron Walden Hospital

      Radwinter Road

      Saffron Walden

      Essex

      CB11 3HY


      Employer's website

      https://www.crocusmedicalpractice.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Crocus Medical Practice

      Address

      Saffron Walden Hospital

      Radwinter Road

      Saffron Walden

      Essex

      CB11 3HY


      Employer's website

      https://www.crocusmedicalpractice.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

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