GP Practice Wound Care Nurse
| Posting date: | 07 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2026 |
| Location: | Huddersfield, HD2 2QA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | A1520-26-0008 |
Summary
Main Duties of the Role The post holder will primarily support the delivery of wound care services within the practice. Applications are welcomed from nurses competent in either Level 1 wound care only, or both Level 1 and Level 2 wound care. Support and development opportunities will be available within the role. Level 1 wound care duties may include: Suture and clip removal Management of grazes and skin tears Simple dressings Pin site care Basic cavity dressings within competency Lower leg wounds not requiring compression therapy or specialist Tissue Viability input Level 2 wound care duties may include: Wound assessment and diagnosis Advanced wound treatment and dressings Compression bandaging Doppler assessments The role will also include a range of general nursing duties to support the wider practice team; however, this is not a full Practice Nurse role. There is an opportunity for further professional development, including access to Practice Nurse training courses after 2 years in post, subject to service needs and performance.