Job Summary
Pathfields Medical Group is looking for a Practice Nurse to join our friendly, forward-thinking, and supportive multidisciplinary team.
This role would particularly suit a Practice Nurse with experience with a strong interest in Learning Disability health reviews and chronic disease management. However, we are equally keen to hear from candidates who are motivated to develop these skills, and we will provide the support and training needed to help you achieve this. We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for patients with complex needs and reducing health inequalities within our community.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality primary care services, supporting patients with long-term conditions and promoting preventative healthcare.
Why join us?
· A genuinely supportive and inclusive team culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised
· Strong clinical leadership, with an experienced Lead Nurse providing mentorship and guidance
· Opportunities for professional development and training, including support to develop specialist skills in Learning Disability health checks and chronic disease management
· A varied role with opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement
· Working within a progressive PCN and multidisciplinary team, giving access to a wide skill mix and collaborative working
· A practice committed to innovation and improving patient outcomes
This is a great opportunity for a nurse who is looking to either build on existing experience or take the next step in developing their clinical skills within a supportive primary care environment.
About Us
We are an ambitious and diverse GP Practice Network providing care to over 30,000 patients across six sites in Plymouth.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
· GPs
· Advanced Nurse Practitioners
· Practice Nurses
· Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
· Paramedics and Physiotherapists
· Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomists
· Patient services and administrative teams
With around 140 staff across the organisation, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to bring new ideas and contribute to improving services for patients.
Working at Pathfields means being part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
The Practice Nurse will support the delivery of a range of clinical services including:
· Chronic disease management clinics (e.g. Diabetes / Asthma / COPD)
· Learning Disability health checks reviews and assessments
· Immunisation and vaccination programmes (adult and childhood)
· Women’s health services including cervical cytology and contraception advice
· Wound care including doppler assessments
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Essential Qualifications
· Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Preferred Skills and Experience (training and development can be supported)
· Experience working in primary care as a Practice Nurse
· Experience managing chronic disease and long-term condition reviews
· Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes
· Experience in, or an interest in developing skills in, Learning Disability health reviews and assessments
· Understanding of clinical governance, evidence-based practice, and Patient Group Directions (PGDs)
Personal Attributes
· Strong communication and teamwork skills
· Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider multidisciplinary team
Salary
Please note that the hourly rate is dependant upon experience.
Working Pattern
29.5 hours per week
· Monday: 08:00 – 18:00 (30 min lunch)
· Tuesday: 08:00 – 18:00 (30 min lunch)
· Wednesday: 08:00 – 13:00
· Thursday: Non-working day
· Friday / Saturday: (alternate weeks – Friday one week, Saturday the following week)
Hours and days may be flexible, we welcome a discussion.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
· Company pension
· Cycle to work scheme
· On-site parking
Work Location: In person (across all Pathfields practice sites)
The organisation reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time, at its discretion
Pay: £19.95-£25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
