Job summary Are you a caring, dedicated nurse looking to make a difference in primary care?Why not join our friendly team at Preston Park Surgery. We are located in the Preston Park Area of Brighton and are an active part of the Preston Park Community Primary Care Network. We are looking for a Practice Nurse who will play a crucial role in delivering high quality patient care, working alongside skilled professionals in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be dynamic and highly motivated, preferably with general practice experience and have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Main duties of the job Key Duties include:- Chronic Disease management (Diabetes, COPD & Asthma) Routine & child immunisations Wound Care & dressings Travel vaccinations Cervical cytology Knowledge of Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) Experience of working and delivering Locally Commissioned Services & Direct Enhanced Services About us We are a friendly, well established and successful GP practice located in the Preston Park area of Brighton and within easy reach of the wonderful Sussex countryside. The area has coastal walks and many more outdoor attractions situated on the doorstep. You will be joining a supportive practice with a cohesive, stable and dynamic team and at the same time enjoy a genuine professional and personal work life balance. We are:- A team of 8 GP Partners, 2 Salaried GPs and an extended Clinical team of 1 Nurse Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 HCAs, 2 Clinical Pharmacists and a phlebotomist. A GMS practice taking a prominent role in Preston Park Community Primary Care Network. List size of 12,650 patients and growing Well Organised with strong admin and management support. System One clinical system Close knit practice team with regular social events. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A3253-25-0001 Job locations Preston Park Surgery Florence Road Brighton BN1 6DP Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties include:- Chronic Disease management (Diabetes, COPD & Asthma) Routine & child immunisations Wound Care & dressings Travel vaccinations Cervical cytology Knowledge of Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) Experience of working and delivering Locally Commissioned Services & Direct Enhanced Services Implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children Ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy Ear irrigation Participate in clinical audits Implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the Nursing Team Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties include:- Chronic Disease management (Diabetes, COPD & Asthma) Routine & child immunisations Wound Care & dressings Travel vaccinations Cervical cytology Knowledge of Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) Experience of working and delivering Locally Commissioned Services & Direct Enhanced Services Implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children Ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy Ear irrigation Participate in clinical audits Implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the Nursing Team Person Specification Qualifications Essential Essential Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Recognised qualifications to diploma level or above Desirable Non-Medical prescriber Experience Essential Working in a primary care environment Working autonomously Knowledge of chaperone procedure Broad knowledge of clinical governance Ability to record accurate clinical notes Desirable Working as a practice nurse in a GP surgery SKILLS Essential Excellent communication skills Strong IT skills including SystemOne user skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (planning & organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Desirable Experience of audit programmes Experience with clinical risk management Personal Qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and co-operative Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with ability to process information accurately and effectively High level of integrity an loyalty Ability to work under pressure Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Person Specification Qualifications Essential Essential Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Recognised qualifications to diploma level or above Desirable Non-Medical prescriber Experience Essential Working in a primary care environment Working autonomously Knowledge of chaperone procedure Broad knowledge of clinical governance Ability to record accurate clinical notes Desirable Working as a practice nurse in a GP surgery SKILLS Essential Excellent communication skills Strong IT skills including SystemOne user skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (planning & organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Desirable Experience of audit programmes Experience with clinical risk management Personal Qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and co-operative Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with ability to process information accurately and effectively High level of integrity an loyalty Ability to work under pressure Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort 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 Preston Park Surgery Address Preston Park Surgery Florence Road Brighton BN1 6DP Employer's website https://www.prestonparksurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)