Practice Nurse

• Provides personcentred, compassionate care to patients with diverse health needs.
• Carries out basic nursing assessments, observations and interventions within level of competence (e.g. BP, pulse, temperature, wound care, health checks).
• Escalates concerns promptly to senior clinicians.
• Supports safe navigation of patients through their care journey (e.g., chaperoning, assisting with examinations, supporting vulnerable patients).

• Adheres to evidencebased practice, clinical protocols and professional standards.
• Administers treatments within scope of practice (training provided).
• Maintains accurate, timely and confidential patient records.
• Supports infection prevention and control across the clinical environment.
• Engages actively in supervised learning to expand clinical competence.

• Communicates clearly, calmly and sensitively with patients, families and carers.
• Provides basic health information and promotes selfcare within competency boundaries.
• Ensures patients understand instructions, next steps and how to access further help.
• Adapts communication style to meet patient needs (e.g., cognitive impairment, anxiety, language barriers).

• Works as part of a multidisciplinary team including GPs, senior nurses, healthcare assistants, allied health professionals and administrative staff.
• Supports colleagues during busy clinics and contributes to smooth clinic flow.
• Demonstrates flexibility, reliability and a willingness to assist with shared tasks.
• Participates in team meetings, learning sessions and reflective practice.

• Manages time effectively to ensure timely delivery of clinical tasks.
• Prepares clinical areas, equipment and materials to support safe and efficient clinics.
• Follows processes for stock management, equipment checks and clinical room standards.
• Prioritises duties appropriately, seeking support when needed.

• Demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect at all times.
• Acts in accordance with organisational values and the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) Code.
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity and safeguarding principles in all interactions.
• Reflects on practice and actively seeks feedback to improve skills and confidence.
• Shows commitment to equality, inclusion and culturally sensitive care.

• Engages in ongoing learning, mandatory training and competency development.
• Seeks supervision appropriately and follows guidance from senior staff.
• Builds developing knowledge of longterm conditions, public health and preventative care.
• Works towards expanding clinical competencies such as immunisations, ECGs, wound management, LTC reviews (depending on service needs).

Essential

• Experience providing direct nursing care within a healthcare or NHS provider setting.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient care delivery.

Essential

• Registered Nurse qualification (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, or equivalent).
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).