Job summary We are looking at recruiting an enthusiastic and highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and forward-thinking clinical team. The ideal candidate would be an experienced practice Nurse working in General Practice. Main duties of the job We are looking for someone who has experience in chronic disease and case load management to include: Diabetes COPD Asthma Coronary Heart Disease Atrial Fibrillation Anticoagulation Monitoring as well as NOAC and DOAC Therapy Cervical Cytology Childhood Immunisations Travel Immunisations Vaccination Programme Training in Flu and Covid Spirometry Learning Disabilities About us We have a fantastic supportive and friendly Clinical and Admin Team. There are three GP partners, two salaried GPs, 1ANP, 2 practice nurses, two HCAs and one practice Pharmacist. Our clinical system is INPS Vision (changing to Emis in the spring) We have a list size of approximately 8300 patients We are part of a fantastic Cluster Network and have great working relationships with the community and secondary care teams, MDT and third sector collaboration working. High QI, QAF LECES & Access Standards Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number A5880-25-0000 Job locations The Health Centre Smithy Road Coedpoeth Wrexham LL11 3NS Caritas Surgery Well Street Cefn Mawr Wrexham Clwyd LL143AE Job description Job responsibilities Practice Nurse JOB TITLE: Practice Nurse (Band 6 equivalent) REPORTS TO: Practice Manager HOURS: 20 to 37.5 hrs/week (or in accordance with specified rota) JOB SUMMARY To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training. The Practice has a commitment to excellent patient care, quality improvement and teaching. It is expected that all members of our clinical team are actively committed to supporting these aims and participate in relevant activities when appropriate. KEY TASKS To provide clinical nursing service and support to other professionals and to patients of the practice Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering general medical services to meet the needs of the local population Providing treatment, screening, chronic disease management and advice within the professional competence of the post holder. Support and work effectively within the clinical team. The Practice Nurse may have line management, training and clinical supervision responsibilities for junior nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team. All duties will be carried out in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and with regard to the various practice protocols. Working as part of a nursing team responsible for providing an optimum service of nursing care relevant to the practice population Job description Job responsibilities Practice Nurse JOB TITLE: Practice Nurse (Band 6 equivalent) REPORTS TO: Practice Manager HOURS: 20 to 37.5 hrs/week (or in accordance with specified rota) JOB SUMMARY To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training. The Practice has a commitment to excellent patient care, quality improvement and teaching. It is expected that all members of our clinical team are actively committed to supporting these aims and participate in relevant activities when appropriate. KEY TASKS To provide clinical nursing service and support to other professionals and to patients of the practice Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering general medical services to meet the needs of the local population Providing treatment, screening, chronic disease management and advice within the professional competence of the post holder. Support and work effectively within the clinical team. The Practice Nurse may have line management, training and clinical supervision responsibilities for junior nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team. All duties will be carried out in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and with regard to the various practice protocols. Working as part of a nursing team responsible for providing an optimum service of nursing care relevant to the practice population Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of clinical skills and experience in treatment room consultation Assess complex health & wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs Competence in clinical practice associated with the role Problem-solving and decision-making skills Knowledge/experience of clinical systems (e.g. EMIS/SystmOne/Vision etc.) Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports Awareness of the NHS Long Term Plan and Transforming Nursing Plan to develop a general practice nursing role for the future. Competence in clinical practice associated with the role Desirable Experience of working in a community development context, adult health and social care, learning support or public health/health improvement Substantial experience (post-registration) working in a healthcare setting supervising and/or mentoring junior staff Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and/or managerial training Portfolio of CPD with evidence of ability to maintain professional registration Experience of working in primary care Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity Experience of GMS Contract and QIF requirements Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Qualifications Essential Registered nurse with current NMC registration and active PIN Minimum 2 years experience post registration Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice Chronic disease management qualifications Competence to undertake Asthma, COPD and Diabetic clinics / reviews and hold relevant certificates Evidence of appropriate knowledge base Demonstrate an understanding of audit Understanding of health and safety issues Basic/advanced certificate of life support Undertaken mentorship training Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of clinical skills and experience in treatment room consultation Assess complex health & wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs Competence in clinical practice associated with the role Problem-solving and decision-making skills Knowledge/experience of clinical systems (e.g. EMIS/SystmOne/Vision etc.) Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports Awareness of the NHS Long Term Plan and Transforming Nursing Plan to develop a general practice nursing role for the future. Competence in clinical practice associated with the role Desirable Experience of working in a community development context, adult health and social care, learning support or public health/health improvement Substantial experience (post-registration) working in a healthcare setting supervising and/or mentoring junior staff Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and/or managerial training Portfolio of CPD with evidence of ability to maintain professional registration Experience of working in primary care Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity Experience of GMS Contract and QIF requirements Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Qualifications Essential Registered nurse with current NMC registration and active PIN Minimum 2 years experience post registration Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice Chronic disease management qualifications Competence to undertake Asthma, COPD and Diabetic clinics / reviews and hold relevant certificates Evidence of appropriate knowledge base Demonstrate an understanding of audit Understanding of health and safety issues Basic/advanced certificate of life support Undertaken mentorship training 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 Caritas Surgery Address The Health Centre Smithy Road Coedpoeth Wrexham LL11 3NS Employer's website https://www.caritassurgery.co.uk/4764/Home (Opens in a new tab)