Lead Practice Nurse
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced clinical leader to oversee the delivery of high-quality nursing services within our practice. The role involves providing contraceptive care (including pill checks and injections), coordinating treatments under Patient Group Directions (PGDs), and offering health promotion advice on lifestyle. The postholder will support patients with long-term conditions specialising in diabetes management and medication adherence, while maintaining accurate clinical records. As a team leader, they will manage practice nurses, healthcare assistants, and phlebotomistsconducting appraisals, planning leave, leading recruitment and induction, and facilitating regular team meetings.
They will ensure safe delegation of clinical duties and support staff with mandatory training and CPD. Acting as the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead, they will conduct audits, deliver training, and ensure compliance with clinical standards and CQC requirements. The role also includes leading quality improvement initiatives, managing vaccine protocols, and participating in significant event reviews. Collaboratively, they will work with GPs and the Practice Manager to develop services, contribute to Enhanced Services and QOF targets, liaise with external agencies, and represent the nursing team in multidisciplinary meetingsresponding proactively to national policy changes and embedding best practice.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD3963786
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusFull Time
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Job LocationWakefield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
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EducationNot mentioned