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Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive nursing team at Christchurch Medical Practice.
The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering high-quality nursing care to our patient population, supporting health promotion, disease prevention, screening programmes and long-term condition management. Working alongside GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence-based care, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and support the delivery of excellent patient outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse looking to develop their skills within a progressive primary care environment.
Main duties of the job
- Delivering assessment, screening, treatment services and health promotion advice.
- Undertaking vaccinations, immunisations and injections in accordance with national guidance and local policy.
- Performing venepuncture, specimen collection, ECGs, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, FeNo and other diagnostic procedures within scope of practice.
- Supporting patients with long-term conditions such as asthma, COPD and or diabetes.
- Providing wound care, leg ulcer management and compression therapy following appropriate training and competency assessment.
- Undertaking cervical screening and supporting sexual health and contraception services where competent to do so.
- Assisting GPs with minor surgery and other clinical procedures.
- Promoting self-care and providing lifestyle advice, including smoking cessation and health improvement interventions.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring compliance with NMC standards, practice policies and national guidelines.
- Supporting infection prevention and control, safeguarding responsibilities and health and safety requirements.
- Contributing to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) delivery and service development initiatives.
About us
Christchurch Medical Practice is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We value teamwork, professional development and continuous improvement, creating an environment where staff are supported to develop their skills and deliver outstanding care.
As part of our nursing team, you will work closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists and administrative colleagues to ensure patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care. We actively encourage continuing professional development and support staff in expanding their clinical competencies and areas of interest.
Details
Date posted
24 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0594-26-0005
Job locations
1 Purewell Cross Road
Christchurch
Dorset
BH23 3AF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please also see main Job Description under supporting documents.
Practice Nurse delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in primary care.
Join our nursing team providing treatment, prevention and health promotion services.
Registered Practice Nurse supporting patient care, screening and chronic disease management.
Delivering compassionate nursing care, immunisations and long-term condition support.
Exciting opportunity for a Practice Nurse in a friendly and progressive GP practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please also see main Job Description under supporting documents.
Practice Nurse delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in primary care.
Join our nursing team providing treatment, prevention and health promotion services.
Registered Practice Nurse supporting patient care, screening and chronic disease management.
Delivering compassionate nursing care, immunisations and long-term condition support.
Exciting opportunity for a Practice Nurse in a friendly and progressive GP practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and active PIN.
- Evidence of appropriate professional knowledge and skills.
- Understanding of audit and clinical governance.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements.
Desirable
- Chronic disease management qualifications.
- Competency and relevant certification in Asthma, COPD and Diabetes reviews.
- Basic or Advanced Life Support certification.
- Mentorship qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of treatment room nursing.
- Phlebotomy and venepuncture.
- ECG recording.
- Vaccinations and immunisations.
- Wound care and dressings.
- Assisting with minor surgery.
- Health screening and preventative care.
- Long-term condition management.
- Experience supporting patients and carers.
Desirable
- Experience working within primary care/general practice.
- Experience of GMS contract and QOF requirements.
- Experience in health improvement, public health or community-based care
Essential Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
- Compassionate, person-centred approach to care.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, information governance and health and safety requirements.
- IT skills including email, internet usage and clinical systems.
- Willingness to develop new skills and competencies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and active PIN.
- Evidence of appropriate professional knowledge and skills.
- Understanding of audit and clinical governance.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements.
Desirable
- Chronic disease management qualifications.
- Competency and relevant certification in Asthma, COPD and Diabetes reviews.
- Basic or Advanced Life Support certification.
- Mentorship qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of treatment room nursing.
- Phlebotomy and venepuncture.
- ECG recording.
- Vaccinations and immunisations.
- Wound care and dressings.
- Assisting with minor surgery.
- Health screening and preventative care.
- Long-term condition management.
- Experience supporting patients and carers.
Desirable
- Experience working within primary care/general practice.
- Experience of GMS contract and QOF requirements.
- Experience in health improvement, public health or community-based care
Essential Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
- Compassionate, person-centred approach to care.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, information governance and health and safety requirements.
- IT skills including email, internet usage and clinical systems.
- Willingness to develop new skills and competencies.
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
Christchurch Medical Practice
Address
1 Purewell Cross Road
Christchurch
Dorset
BH23 3AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://christchurchmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Christchurch Medical Practice
Address
1 Purewell Cross Road
Christchurch
Dorset
BH23 3AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://christchurchmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)