Job Description
Job Title: Practice Nurse\n\nLocation: Birmingham, West Midlands\n\nReports to: Practice Manager / Lead Nurse\n\nJob Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. The Practice Nurse will work closely with our General Practitioners (GPs) and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care to patients in a community setting. The role involves carrying out clinical duties such as administering vaccinations, assisting with chronic disease management, and providing health education.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Clinical Care:\n\n * \n\n Perform routine health checks, blood pressure monitoring, and basic medical assessments.\n\n * \n\n Administer vaccinations (e.g., flu, childhood immunizations).\n\n * \n\n Assist in the management of long-term conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, and hypertension.\n\n * \n\n Provide wound care, dressing changes, and removal of sutures.\n\n * \n\n Take blood samples and perform basic laboratory tests.\n\n * \n\n Assist in minor surgical procedures as required.\n\nQualifications and Skills:\n\n * \n\n Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) pin.\n\n * \n\n Experience working in a general practice or primary care setting is preferred.\n\n * \n\n Knowledge of current nursing practices and relevant clinical guidelines.\n\n * \n\n Strong communication and interpersonal skills.\n\n * \n\n Ability to manage patient care efficiently and demonstrate empathy.\n\n * \n\n Basic life support (BLS) certification and knowledge of infection control procedures.\n\n * \n\n Organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team