Practice Nurse
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leicester, LE8 0LG |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A3364-26-0001 |
Summary
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive nursing services to support the effective delivery of primary care. Working both independently and as apart of a multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will undertake a wide range of treatment room and chronic disease management duties. They will assess patient needs, plan and implement care and evaluate outcomes in accordance with evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines. Key aspects of the role include managing long-term conditions such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. This involves conducting reviews, supporting self management, monitoring treatment effectiveness, adjusting care plans under clinical protocols and collaborating with GPs and other clinicians where needed. Routine treatment room responsibilities from a core part of the role and include wound care, dressings, injections, vaccinations (childhood, adult, travel), cervical cytology, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, ear care and assisting with minor procedures. The practice nurse will also provide contraceptive and sexual health services and general health promotion activities aimed at improving patient wellbeing. The role contributes to key practice performance requirements, such as QOF, IIF and safeguarding processes, ensuring high standards of clinical compliance, infection control and patient safety. The post holder will maintain detailed clinical records, support continuous improvement and participate in audits, training and clinical meetings. Strong communication, clinical reasoning and organisations skills are essential, as the nurse will often manage their own clinics, prioritise workload independently and work closely with GPs, ANPs, Pharmacists, HCAs and administrative colleagues. Compassion, patient centred care, and professionalism are central to the role.