Job Description

Practice Nurse – Scarborough

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent / Fixed-term (flexible)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (to be agreed)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (aligned with NHS Agenda for Change Band 5/6 or equivalent)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join a friendly and supportive GP practice in Scarborough. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to our practice population, working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary primary care team.

This role is ideal for an experienced Practice Nurse or a Registered Nurse looking to develop their career within primary care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver chronic disease management clinics (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)

• Provide cervical cytology (smear tests)

• Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations

• Conduct health promotion and lifestyle advice (e.g. smoking cessation, weight management)

• Perform wound care, dressings, and suture removal

• Carry out health assessments and NHS health checks

• Support infection prevention and control procedures

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records using EMIS/SystmOne (or equivalent)

• Work in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and practice policies

• Participate in clinical audits, QOF, and service improvement initiatives

• Support and mentor healthcare assistants or student nurses where appropriate

Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration

• Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting (or strong interest with transferable skills)

• Competence in immunisations and chronic disease management

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

Desirable Criteria

• Qualification in Practice Nursing or Primary Care Nursing

• Cervical cytology qualification

• Non-medical prescribing qualification

• Experience with QOF and long-term condition reviews

• Knowledge of local community and NHS services

What We Offer

• Supportive and welcoming practice team

• Flexible working options to support work–life balance

• Ongoing training and professional development

• NHS pension scheme (if applicable)

• Opportunity to shape and develop nursing services within the practice

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

For an informal discussion, please contact the Practice Manager.