Job summary We are delighted to announce that we have a position to join our team as a Practice Nurse. We have a growing list of 30,000 patients, with a diverse mix of inner city residents and students from Sheffield Hallam University. Our large expanding team consists of Doctors, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nursing team (NP, PNs, NAs, HCAs), Clinical pharmacy team (2 CPs and 2 pharmacy technicians) and first contact Physiotherapists. We work very closely with Sheffield Hallam University, and have a medical centre housed in the heart of the university. Our most valuable asset is our staff and our reputation and we were rated Outstanding by the CQC in 2020. Main duties of the job We are looking for a proactive, reliable and forward thinking practice nurse to join our team. The successful candidate will form part of the nursing team in providing nursing and health promotion services to the Practice population. The candidate will provide holistic care to patients with or without direct referral from a doctor or senior nurse, within clinical guidelines. The Practice Nurse will be responsible for several clinical areas such as COPD and Diabetes as well as supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure. About us We are a forward thinking practice in Sheffield led by 5 partners with shared management and clinical leadership. The culture is encouraging, supportive, forward thinking and there is a commitment to continually improving the quality of healthcare We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A0190-25-0002 Job locations 9 Sunderland Street Sheffield S11 8HN Job description Job responsibilities Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the practice nurse (prescriber). There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Clinical To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care To be involved in immunisation, including campaigns as required by the public health needs of the Practice population To exercise knowledge and skills in chronic disease, wound assessment and management, ear care, contraception, and other clinical skills as appropriate to the role To participate in infection control To participate in the screening and health promotion activities of the Practice To develop skills in sexual health, including cervical cytology and sexual health screening To participate in chronic disease management within Practice guidelines To make referrals to, and receive referrals from other health care professionals To demonstrate a level of knowledge clinical skill appropriate to the needs of the role To prescribe medications within competence and scope of practice Management To participate in the development of Practice philosophy, strategy, and policy To be involved in the management of change within the Practice and the implementation of systems to improve patient care To participate in, and contribute to, the clinical governance agenda of the Practice To assist the Practice in achieving the Quality and Outcome Framework (GMS contract) To evaluate and audit care To participate in multidisciplinary protocol development To be responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment Training and education To contribute to the training of GP Registrars, Medical and Nursing students, and other students and members of staff as required To participate in the clinical meetings within the Practice To maintain own professional development and PDP To attend study days, courses and other educational events as required by the role To participate in the Practice appraisal process Communication To maintain accurate and contemporaneous records To work with the wider nursing team in developing an integrated service for patients To make referrals to other members of the Practice team, and to voluntary and statutory agencies as necessary Professional To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice To undertake professional development as required by the role To undertake an annual non-medical prescribing audit. Job description Job responsibilities Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the practice nurse (prescriber). There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Clinical To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care To be involved in immunisation, including campaigns as required by the public health needs of the Practice population To exercise knowledge and skills in chronic disease, wound assessment and management, ear care, contraception, and other clinical skills as appropriate to the role To participate in infection control To participate in the screening and health promotion activities of the Practice To develop skills in sexual health, including cervical cytology and sexual health screening To participate in chronic disease management within Practice guidelines To make referrals to, and receive referrals from other health care professionals To demonstrate a level of knowledge clinical skill appropriate to the needs of the role To prescribe medications within competence and scope of practice Management To participate in the development of Practice philosophy, strategy, and policy To be involved in the management of change within the Practice and the implementation of systems to improve patient care To participate in, and contribute to, the clinical governance agenda of the Practice To assist the Practice in achieving the Quality and Outcome Framework (GMS contract) To evaluate and audit care To participate in multidisciplinary protocol development To be responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment Training and education To contribute to the training of GP Registrars, Medical and Nursing students, and other students and members of staff as required To participate in the clinical meetings within the Practice To maintain own professional development and PDP To attend study days, courses and other educational events as required by the role To participate in the Practice appraisal process Communication To maintain accurate and contemporaneous records To work with the wider nursing team in developing an integrated service for patients To make referrals to other members of the Practice team, and to voluntary and statutory agencies as necessary Professional To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice To undertake professional development as required by the role To undertake an annual non-medical prescribing audit. Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Empathetic approach Able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure Highly motivated Able to use initiative A keen learner Flexible approach to type of work and hours worked Smart, polite and confident Other requirements Essential Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Qualifications Essential RGN Current registration with NMC Evidence of Continuing Professional Development appropriate to the role Desirable Independent Nurse Prescriber Experience Essential Experience of working within Primary Care Environment Up to date training in Childhood and Adult Immunisations Training and experience in the management of long term conditions Training and experience in contraception and sexual health including cytology Desirable 2 years post registration experience Skills Essential IT skills Excellent time management skills Car driver Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Ability to work well as a member of a multi disciplinary team Well developed problem solving skills Desirable Motivational interviewing skills Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Empathetic approach Able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure Highly motivated Able to use initiative A keen learner Flexible approach to type of work and hours worked Smart, polite and confident Other requirements Essential Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Qualifications Essential RGN Current registration with NMC Evidence of Continuing Professional Development appropriate to the role Desirable Independent Nurse Prescriber Experience Essential Experience of working within Primary Care Environment Up to date training in Childhood and Adult Immunisations Training and experience in the management of long term conditions Training and experience in contraception and sexual health including cytology Desirable 2 years post registration experience Skills Essential IT skills Excellent time management skills Car driver Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Ability to work well as a member of a multi disciplinary team Well developed problem solving skills Desirable Motivational interviewing skills 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 Porter Brook Medical Centre Address 9 Sunderland Street Sheffield S11 8HN Employer's website https://www.porterbrookmedicalcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)