Practice Nurse/Lead Practice NurseNHS

Job summary

Practice Nurse / Lead Practice Nurse

Ide Lane Surgery, Exeter

Permanent Contract Approximately 25 Hours perWeek

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience

Ide Lane Surgery is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and compassionate Practice Nurse or Lead Practice Nurse to join our dedicated and supportive team.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Practice Nurse with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting patients with long-term conditions and promoting health and wellbeing within our practice population.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Practice Nurses and those with the skills, qualifications and leadership experience to undertake a Lead Practice Nurse role.

How to Apply

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking practice that values both its patients and its staff, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

If you would like an informal discussion about the position, or would like to arrange an informal visit to the practice, please contact [email protected]

Please note that we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if we receive applications from suitable candidates, so early applications are encouraged.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities include:

• Chronic disease management and reviews
• Health promotion and preventative care
• Cervical cytology
• Vaccinations and immunisations
• Wound care and dressings
• Supporting quality improvement initiatives
• Working collaboratively within the wider multidisciplinary team

About You

You will be:

• A registered nurse with current NMC registration
• Experienced in managing patients with long-term conditions
• Passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Enthusiastic about contributing to a positive and supportive practice culture

Job description

The (Lead) Practice Nurse is to support new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals within the organisation and across the wider network to enhance integration with community, secondary, and social care services.

This role is responsible for the delivery of evidence-based nursing services, working as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.

Working autonomously, the Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical areas such as public health and screening programmes, including infection prevention and control, chronic disease management, immunisations, health promotion and prevention, well man/woman clinics and cervical screening, Furthermore, they embed population health management approaches within general practice, targeting health inequalities and improving access.

The post-holder will be an integral part of the general practice team, as well as supporting the wider practice nurse network and multi-disciplinary team. They are to participate in formal training events and to promote best practice in their area of expertise as well as supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.

About us

Why Join Ide Lane Surgery?

We are proud to provide excellent care to approximately 9,000 patients on the outskirts of Exeter. With a strong reputation for delivering continuity of care, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient-centred healthcare.

As a forward-thinking practice, we place compassion at the heart of everything we do. We are focused on creating a sustainable and enjoyable working environment, believing that a positive culture, shared vision and happy team are essential to delivering outstanding patient care.

We believe Ide Lane Surgery is a genuinely great place to work. Our team is friendly, approachable and committed to supporting one another.

• A cohesive and collaborative team culture, with clinical and administrative staff working closely together in the same space
• Daily morning huddles to share information and support each other
• Regular team meetings and opportunities to contribute to practice development
• Friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team, including pharmacists and physiotherapists
• Highly rated and progressive GP training practice
• Strong links with neighbouring practices through the Outer Exeter PCN
• Active involvement in research as one of only 11 sessional research practices in the South West
• Purpose-built, environmentally sensitive premises with solar panels and a bicycle shelter
• Coffee breaks in our attractive garden setting
• On-site parking
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, professional development and work-life balance