Practice Nurse
| Posting date: | 17 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £19 to £25 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 January 2026 |
| Location: | YO12 6QL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-56520-20726 |
Summary
Practice Nurse – Scarborough
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent / Fixed-term (flexible)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (to be agreed)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (aligned with NHS Agenda for Change Band 5/6 or equivalent)
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join a friendly and supportive GP practice in Scarborough. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to our practice population, working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary primary care team.
This role is ideal for an experienced Practice Nurse or a Registered Nurse looking to develop their career within primary care.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver chronic disease management clinics (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
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Provide cervical cytology (smear tests)
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Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations
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Conduct health promotion and lifestyle advice (e.g. smoking cessation, weight management)
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Perform wound care, dressings, and suture removal
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Carry out health assessments and NHS health checks
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Support infection prevention and control procedures
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records using EMIS/SystmOne (or equivalent)
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Work in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and practice policies
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Participate in clinical audits, QOF, and service improvement initiatives
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Support and mentor healthcare assistants or student nurses where appropriate
Essential Criteria
Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration
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Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting (or strong interest with transferable skills)
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Competence in immunisations and chronic disease management
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Strong organisational and time-management skills
Desirable Criteria
Qualification in Practice Nursing or Primary Care Nursing
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Cervical cytology qualification
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Non-medical prescribing qualification
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Experience with QOF and long-term condition reviews
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Knowledge of local community and NHS services
What We Offer
Supportive and welcoming practice team
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Flexible working options to support work–life balance
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Ongoing training and professional development
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NHS pension scheme (if applicable)
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Opportunity to shape and develop nursing services within the practice
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
For an informal discussion, please contact the Practice Manager.