Practice Nurse
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | Spennymoor, DL16 6QA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A2190-26-0002 |
Summary
Clinical Duties Deliver a range of nursing services including: Wound care and dressings Immunisations and vaccinations Cervical screening (smears) Contraception advice and administration ECGs and basic health checks Support the management of long-term conditions (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension) Undertake chronic disease reviews and monitoring Provide lifestyle advice (e.g. smoking cessation, weight management, alcohol reduction) Provide holistic, patient-centred care Promote health education and self-management Support patients in understanding and managing their conditions Act as an advocate for patients where appropriate Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records Work within NMC Code of Conduct and practice policies Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained Safely manage and administer medications (including under PGDs where applicable) Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and other MDT members Support and mentor junior staff or students where appropriate Contribute to practice meetings and service development Maintain clinical supplies and equipment Ensure stock control of vaccines and medications Support recall systems and patient follow-ups (e.g. chronic disease registers)