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Job SummaryWe are looking for a positive and forward-thinking Practice Nurse who would like to join our friendly and supportive team, based on the outskirts of Chester. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years' experience of primary care nursing and will have a knowledge of diabetes management. Prescribing is preferred but not essential. This a part-time post (24-28 hours per week)Main duties of the jobMain Duties Will Include:Chronic disease management Cytology Wound care Contraception Hypertension management Child and adult immunisations Management of infection control CQC compliance checksAbout UsWe are a small and friendly GP surgery, based on the outskirts of Chester city centre. We provide care for 8,000 patients and are led by 4 supportive GP partners. Our practice team also includes 2 salaried GPs, 3 ANPs, 1 additional Practice Nurse, 3 HCAs, physiotherapist, dietitian, child and adult mental health practitioners, care co-ordinator, and a large administration team.We provide a supportive working environment, with a range of team meetings and staff-centred training afternoons. We are a forward-thinking practice, and encourage all members of our team to play a role in our continuous improvement.DetailsDate posted20 June 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberA0978-25-0005Job locationsGreenway StreetChesterCH4 7JSJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Responsibilities:Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology (not essential) Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures Travel Clinic Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Interest in Diabetes or Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Clean and sterilise equipment using autoclave monitoring autoclave Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits Any other delegated duties appropriate to the postJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Responsibilities:Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs Cytology (not essential) Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler Removal of Sutures Travel Clinic Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry Venepuncture Hypertension Management Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Interest in Diabetes or Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Other tasks will include Clean and sterilise equipment using autoclave monitoring autoclave Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms Participation in administrative systems in the Practice At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits Any other delegated duties appropriate to the postPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialNMC Registered 3+ years primary care nursing experience Knowledge of diabetes managementDesirableNon-medical prescribingPerson SpecificationEssentialNMC Registered 3+ years primary care nursing experience Knowledge of diabetes managementDesirableNon-medical prescribingDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameHANDBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTREAddressGreenway StreetChesterCH4 7JSEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameHANDBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTREAddressGreenway StreetChesterCH4 7JSEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ #J-18808-Ljbffr