Practice Nurse

Job Details

Job summary

You will be expected to provide high-quality nursing care to patients within a GP surgery setting, supporting health promotion, chronic disease management, and treatment of minor illnesses.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties

• Deliver routine nursing care
• Perform cervical screening (smears)
• Carry out immunisations and vaccinations (adult and childhood)
• Undertake health checks
• Monitor and manage long-term conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, hypertension)
• Conduct ECGs and other basic diagnostic tests

Patient Care

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Provide advice on general health, wellbeing, and disease prevention
• Support patients in managing chronic conditions
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices (e.g. smoking cessation, weight management)

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Use clinical systems to document consultations and care plans
• Ensure compliance with practice protocols and guidelines
• Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives

Infection Control & Safety

• Follow infection prevention and control procedures
• Ensure safe storage and handling of vaccines and medications
• Maintain a clean, safe clinical environment

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain NMC registration and adhere to the Code of Conduct
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, and other staff
• Stay up to date with clinical guidelines and best practice

About us

The surgery is a purpose built, modern building set in the friendly seaside town of Felixstowe.

The team at the surgery are ambitious and forward thinking and are very welcoming. It is a supportive atmosphere and we encourage internal upskilling.

See here for further information.