Job Summary
Northgate Medical Centre is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our experienced and supportive nursing and healthcare team. We are a forward-thinking practice known for our welcoming atmosphere and commitment to high-quality patient care.
This is a part-time maternity cover role, ideal for someone looking to work in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and clinical excellence.
About The Role
- Work alongside a skilled, friendly team of healthcare professionals
- Provide a wide range of nursing services to our patient population
- Support chronic disease management, immunisations, wound care, health screening, and health promotion
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with best practices
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Practice Nurse to join our dedicated primary care team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and will be expected to actively contribute to the development of the nursing role within the practice.
You will be fully involved in both the clinical and administrative aspects of General Medical Services (GMS), including:
- Management of long-term conditions and chronic disease patients
- Delivery of QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) targets
- Participation in enhanced services
- Full attendance at practice meetings to support collaborative, multidisciplinary care
We are looking for someone with prior Primary Care experience, who brings excellent clinical competencies, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring safe and effective care for our patient population.
About Us
Northgate Medical Centre is located in the heart of Chester, we are a warm, welcoming, and patient-focused GP surgery dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care to our patients.
We operate from a fully modern, purpose-built facility, designed to support excellent clinical care in a comfortable and accessible environment. We currently have a list size of approximately 8,800 patients.
Our team consists of 3 GP Partners, 5 Salaried GPs, Practice Manager, 2 Deputy Practice Managers, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Manager, 2 Practice Nurses, Nurse Associate, Healthcare Assistant, GP Assistant and an extremely experienced Administration and Reception Team.
As a proud Training Practice, we support the development of the next generation of healthcare professionals by hosting GP Registrars, Medical Students, and Student Nurses.
Details
Date posted
26 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3946-0925
Job locations
1st Floor, Fountains Health
Delamere Street
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 4DS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment programs for chronic disease patients
- Respiratory Care including Peak Flow Readings & Spirometry
- Diabetes Care Management
- Cardiovascular Disease and Hypertension Management
- Cytology & Women's Health including Pill Checks
- Immunisations for Adults and Children
- Would Care including Complex Dressings, Compression & Doppler
- Travel Assessments and Vaccinations
- Ensure accurate records of all treatments and consultations are recorded on the clinical system, using SNOMED codes and templates as appropriate
- Support patients in the use of their prescribed medication or over the counter medication (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required
- Support the practice to ensure targets are met for QOF, LES & DES
- Collaborate with other agencies and services to help patient's wellbeing
- Ordering and checking of stock and vaccinations
- Support and work together as required on any research initiatives with the Practice
- Visit housebound patients at home when required
- Contribute to the education and training of students and participate in staff inductions to include awareness of infection control
- Provide education by attendance at courses and study days as considered relevant to your professional on-going education
- Any other duties delegated that are suitable to the post
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment programs for chronic disease patients
- Respiratory Care including Peak Flow Readings & Spirometry
- Diabetes Care Management
- Cardiovascular Disease and Hypertension Management
- Cytology & Women's Health including Pill Checks
- Immunisations for Adults and Children
- Would Care including Complex Dressings, Compression & Doppler
- Travel Assessments and Vaccinations
- Ensure accurate records of all treatments and consultations are recorded on the clinical system, using SNOMED codes and templates as appropriate
- Support patients in the use of their prescribed medication or over the counter medication (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required
- Support the practice to ensure targets are met for QOF, LES & DES
- Collaborate with other agencies and services to help patient's wellbeing
- Ordering and checking of stock and vaccinations
- Support and work together as required on any research initiatives with the Practice
- Visit housebound patients at home when required
- Contribute to the education and training of students and participate in staff inductions to include awareness of infection control
- Provide education by attendance at courses and study days as considered relevant to your professional on-going education
- Any other duties delegated that are suitable to the post
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care
- Registered Nurse qualification with valid nursing registration
- Strong knowledge of QOF and Enhanced Services
- Excellent communication skills
- Routine Adult and Childhood Immunisations
- Respiratory Care including Peak Flow Readings and Spirometry
- Would Care, Complex Dressings, Compression and Doppler
- Diabetes Care Management
- Experience of working autonomously
- Understanding of primary care infection prevention and control
- measures
- Proficiency with general practice computer systems, Docman, EMIS
Desirable
- An understanding of GMS contract competency framework and
- current health contracts that impact on general practice
- Experience of undertaking audits and quality assurance
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care
- Registered Nurse qualification with valid nursing registration
- Strong knowledge of QOF and Enhanced Services
- Excellent communication skills
- Routine Adult and Childhood Immunisations
- Respiratory Care including Peak Flow Readings and Spirometry
- Would Care, Complex Dressings, Compression and Doppler
- Diabetes Care Management
- Experience of working autonomously
- Understanding of primary care infection prevention and control
- measures
- Proficiency with general practice computer systems, Docman, EMIS
Desirable
- An understanding of GMS contract competency framework and
- current health contracts that impact on general practice
- Experience of undertaking audits and quality assurance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Northgate Medical Centre
Address
1st Floor, Fountains Health
Delamere Street
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 4DS
Employer's website
https://www.northgatemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Northgate Medical Centre
Address
1st Floor, Fountains Health
Delamere Street
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 4DS
Employer's website
https://www.northgatemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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