Practice Nurse - Part time
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Front Street Surgery Practice Nurse - Part time
The closing date is 09 September 2026
Job summary
Job Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Practice Nurse with a keen interest in respiratory management to join our experienced nursing team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about patient care and proactive in improving quality within a primary care setting. The new practice nurse can expect to be working in an encouraging and supportive practice environment. They will undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care or treatment in conjunction with our clinical team and practice policies.
This post is for 16 - 20 hours per week worked over 2 to 2.5 days in line with the operational needs of the practice. Working pattern and availability to be discussed at interview. The role includes occasional home visits and applicants must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Practice Nurse with experience in Primary Care Nursing or currently working towards.
Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Practice Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, it is essential that the successful candidate is able to carry out:
1. Cervical Screening
2. Diabetes reviews
3. Respiratory reviews
4. Childhood & adult immunisations
5. Vaccine Programme delivery
6. Wound Care
7. INR* & phlebotomy
8. Weight management and healthy lifestyle advice
9. Learning Disability annual reviews
About us
Front Street Surgery has been open for over 40 years and we have approximately 8700 patients. We are a very friendly and supportive team, led by a team of 4 experienced and forward-thinking partners. We offer a multi-skilled clinical team which comprises of 10 GPs, practice nurses, HCAs, a phlebotomist and we also have a PCN physiotherapist and mental health practitioner. As a training practice, with HYMS, we welcome a diverse and ever changing selection of students and registrars.
Supported by our excellent clinical and non-clinical teams, we are a top performer in the local GP rankings and QOF markers. In our latest CQC inspection, we received a grading of Good with Outstanding for patient care.
We are part of the WONE PCN.
Details
Date posted
28 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£20 to £22 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0961-26-0001
Job locations
14 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager
b. To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c. To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
d. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
e. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
f. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
g. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
h. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
i. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
j. Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients
k. To review patient medications to enhance compliance
l. To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
m. To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
n. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
o. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
p. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
q. To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
r. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
s. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
t. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
u. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
v. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
w. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
x. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
y. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
z. To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
aa. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
bb. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
cc. To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
dd. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
ee. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
ff. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager
b. To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c. To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
d. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
e. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
f. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing
g. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
h. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
i. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
j. Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients
k. To review patient medications to enhance compliance
l. To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages
m. To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
n. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
o. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
p. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
q. To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
r. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
s. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
t. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
u. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
v. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
w. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
x. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
y. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
z. To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
aa. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
bb. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
cc. To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
dd. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
ee. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
ff. To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in General Practice , with good knowledge of Primary Care and the NHS.
- Chronic disease management e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD.
- Wound care, ECGs, Venipuncture and Injections.
- Experience working within defined clinical protocols.
- Immunisations; child and routine.
- Good knowledge of clinical governance .
- Understands the requirements for PGDs and associated policy.
Desirable
- Keen interest in Respiratory Management.
- Working with learning disability, elderly or housebound pts.
- Special interest in women's health.
- Experience of using a range of IT including knowledge of using SystmOne.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC Nursing Degree
Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- A real desire to provide quality service to patients.
- Able to work as a team member and autonomously
- Able to work calmly under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management - planning and organising
- Strong IT skills, including clinical IT system user skills
- Flexible and cooperative
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
- Reliable and resourceful.
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.
- Ability to work in a changing environment.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in General Practice , with good knowledge of Primary Care and the NHS.
- Chronic disease management e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD.
- Wound care, ECGs, Venipuncture and Injections.
- Experience working within defined clinical protocols.
- Immunisations; child and routine.
- Good knowledge of clinical governance .
- Understands the requirements for PGDs and associated policy.
Desirable
- Keen interest in Respiratory Management.
- Working with learning disability, elderly or housebound pts.
- Special interest in women's health.
- Experience of using a range of IT including knowledge of using SystmOne.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC Nursing Degree
Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- A real desire to provide quality service to patients.
- Able to work as a team member and autonomously
- Able to work calmly under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management - planning and organising
- Strong IT skills, including clinical IT system user skills
- Flexible and cooperative
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
- Reliable and resourceful.
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.
- Ability to work in a changing environment.
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
Front Street Surgery
Address
14 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.frontstreetsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Front Street Surgery
Address
14 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.frontstreetsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Operational Practice Manager
Mrs Sarah L Gowers
01904794141
Details
Date posted
28 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£20 to £22 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0961-26-0001
Job locations
14 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BZ
United Kingdom
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