Practice Nurse
Whitmore Reans Health Centre
Wolverhampton, WV6 0QL · WOLVERHAMPTON, WV4 5BL · WOLVERHAMPTON, WV9 5NJ
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 September 2026
30 days left
Job description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse to join our clinical team at Whitmore Reans Health Practice. This role offers an opportunit...
The successful candidate will work alongside GPs and the wider practice team to provide planned and preventative care, support patients with long-term conditions and contribute to improving health outcomes within our community.
This is a varied role requiring clinical expertise, good judgement and the ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with colleagues and patients. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering excellent standards of nursing care and supporting the continued development of primary care services.
The Practice Nurse will provide a range of clinical services to patients registered with Whitmore Reans Health Practice, working as part of the wider healthcare team to deliver safe and effective care. We welcome applications from nurses who are enthusiastic about general practice nursing and who are keen to contribute to a positive and forward-thinking team.
The post holder will undertake nursing assessments, develop care plans and support the management of patients with long-term conditions, including diabetes, respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease and hypertension. They will deliver preventative healthcare services including immunisations, cervical screening, NHS health checks and health promotion advice.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide safe, effective, and patient-centred nursing care in a primary care setting
- Undertake long-term condition management clinics including (but not limited to) diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease
- Perform cervical screening in line with the NHS Cervical Screening Programe.
- Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations
- Carry out wound care, dressings, and minor injury management
- Support health promotion and disease prevention activities, including lifestyle advice and patient education
- Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with practice policies
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web
Professional Responsibilities
- Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times
- Maintain up-to-date professional registration, revalidation, and CPD
- Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, and personal development planning
- Actively engage in training, reflective practice, and continuous learning
- Support students, new starters, and colleagues as appropriate
Quality, Governance, and Safety
- Contribute to QOF, enhanced services, and local incentive schemes
- Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and service evaluation
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control
- Comply with all practice policies, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks
- Support CQC standards, including Safe, Effective, and Well-Led domains
- Team Working and Communication
- Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists and the wider PCN team
- Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
- Contribute positively to a supportive and respectful team culture
- Use digital systems and data to support clinical decision-making and service improvement
Technology and Innovation
- Use clinical systems (EMIS Web, Accurx, NHS systems) effectively and accurately
- Engage with digital tools and new ways of working to improve efficiency and patient experience
- Support data-driven approaches to long-term condition management and recall systems
Confidentiality and Information Governance
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR and NHS guidance
- Ensure information is recorded, stored, and shared appropriately
Other Responsibilities
- Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role
- Flexibility to support service delivery in line with practice needs
Health & Safety
- Take reasonable care for own health and safety and that of others
- Report incidents, near misses, and concerns in line with practice policy
Whitmore Reans Health Practice is a well-established GP practice serving the local community in Wolverhampton. We provide a comprehensive range of NHS primary care services, working to improve the health and wellbeing of our registered population through accessible, proactive and coordinated care.
Our practice team includes GPs, nursing staff, healthcare assistants and a range of wider healthcare professionals who work together to deliver effective care and support patients across all stages of life. We work closely with local healthcare partners and community services to ensure patients receive appropriate support and continuity of care.
As a busy general practice, we are committed to developing and improving the services we provide. We encourage innovation, teamwork and a culture where staff are supported to share ideas, develop their skills and contribute to improving patient services.
We are proud to serve a diverse patient population and are committed to providing inclusive healthcare that recognises and responds to the needs of our community.
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
- Previous experience working in an NHS GP practice
- Sound knowledge of primary care nursing and NHS clinical pathways
- Perform cervical screening in line with the NHS Cervical Screening Programme
- Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations
Desirable
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary or PCN team
- Experience contributing to clinical audits or quality improvement projects
- Experience using EMIS Web and AccuRx
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Experience
- Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Previous -Experience supporting QOF, enhanced services, or local incentive schemes.
- Sound knowledge of primary care nursing and NHS clinical pathways
- Experience working in an NHS GP practice
Desirable
- Desirable
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary or PCN team
- Experience contributing to clinical audits or quality improvement projects
- Experience using EMIS Web and AccuRx
- Ability to deliver evidence-based care in line with national and local guidelines
- Understanding of infection prevention and control in a GP surgery setting
- Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities for adults and children
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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