Practice Nurse

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our dynamic and friendly team at Ash Grove Medical Centre. Responsibilities Managing patients with long-term conditions, particularly Asthma and Diabetes in line with national and local guidelines. Performing cervical screening, administering childhood and adult immunisations, contraception services including pill checks and Depo-Provera. Promoting health education and self-care management, providing patient education on inhaler technique, peak flow monitoring, and recognition of red flag symptoms. Conducing structured reviews for patients with asthma and diabetes, interpreting spirometry and peak flow where appropriate. Initiating, titrating and monitoring medication changes for asthma and diabetes patients within agreed protocols. Supporting diabetes management including lifestyle advice, foot care education and blood glucose monitoring. Ensuring confidentiality, maintaining accurate records in compliance with legislation. Participating in handover, clinical meetings, MDT discussions and quality improvement initiatives such as QOF. Performing venepuncture, blood pressure management, urinalysis, new patient health checks and wound management. Prescribing within the non‑medical prescribing competency framework. Providing cover for colleagues, participating in training and continuing professional development. Person Specification Experience Experience working in primary care or community setting. Competent in long‑term condition management, especially Asthma and Diabetes. Experience delivering childhood and adult immunisations. Ability to manage own patient clinics independently. Experience in insulin initiation and management in general practice. Experience of QOF based chronic disease management. Experience with SystmOne. Qualifications Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Recognised training and competency in cervical cytology. Up to date immunisation and vaccination training (adult & child). Diploma or equivalent in Asthma / COPD management. Insulin initiation and titration training. Travel health training / certification. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of national guidance relating to chronic disease management. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Effective time management and organisational skills. High standard of record keeping and clinical documentation. Additional Criteria Committed to ongoing personal and professional development. Flexible and able to cover during staff absence. Professional, approachable and patient‑centred attitude. Benefits 25 days annual leave calculated in hours plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time). Overtime eligible to cover annual leave and sickness. NHS pension scheme. Training and career development opportunities. Dynamic team and supportive practice environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr