General Practice Nurse
| Posting date: | 09 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 July 2026 |
| Location: | Kettering, NN14 6JQ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A0790-26-0007 |
Summary
Professional Responsibilities Support GPs and Nurse Practitioners in delivering effective, holistic care for patients with chronic diseases in line with Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) requirements. Contribute to the development and review of practice policies, protocols, and clinical guidelines. Assist in the implementation of new initiatives relating to chronic disease management and enhanced services. Support the delivery of evidence-based care in collaboration with the wider clinical team. Promote integrated working within primary care, including collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external providers. Actively contribute to the ongoing professional development of self and colleagues within the nursing team. Leadership Provide clinical advice, guidance, and day-to-day support to members of the nursing team. Promote and maintain high standards of care through shared learning and professional support. Participate in chronic disease management, providing hands-on support and advice to ensure best practice. Support the development of newly appointed nurses through mentoring, knowledge sharing, and clinical guidance. Delegate tasks appropriately, ensuring competence and safe practice. Maintain clinical practice in line with current evidence-based standards. Act as a knowledgeable and accessible resource for patients, carers, colleagues, and external healthcare professionals. Clinical Work collaboratively with the practice team to support the development of clinical knowledge and skills. Contribute to the achievement of QOF and enhanced service targets through effective clinical practice. Undertake opportunistic screening where clinically indicated. Deliver core treatment room services, including venepuncture, ECGs, and wound care management. Perform ear examinations and syringing as appropriate. Provide family planning assessments, advice, and appropriate referrals. Undertake cervical screening and promote breast awareness. Administer adult and childhood immunisations under Patient Group Directions (PGDs), ensuring safe handling and storage of vaccines and medications. Maintain up-to-date knowledge through accredited training in chronic disease management. Contribute to the maintenance and accuracy of disease registers, including asthma and COPD. Provide lifestyle advice and support patients in behaviour change, including referral where appropriate. Deliver travel health services, including vaccinations and patient advice. Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, including child protection, vulnerable adults, and substance misuse, following local procedures. Support the use of safeguarding tools, including the child safe trigger tool. Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures, including specimen handling, waste disposal, and management of exposure incidents. Maintain competence in emergency care, including anaphylaxis management and resuscitation, with regular updates.