Job Description

Around 27 hours per week
Salary dependent on experience and skill set
Attractive holiday package
NHS pension scheme
Applicants must be committed to providing an excellent standard of care to our patients, be enthusiastic, self motivated and a team player.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role include:
Chronic disease management
Immunisations (child and adult)
Cervical cytology
Contraceptive services
Diagnostic tests - phlebotomy, swabs, ECGs
About us
Houghton Medical Group is a well established practice based in Houghton le Spring with an increasing list size. We are looking for an experienced practice nurse to join our nursing team.
Our team has a strong work ethic, committed to providing the best possible service to our patients.
Details
Date posted
26 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A2449-25-0002
Job locations
The Health Centre
Church Street
Houghton le Spring
DH4 4DN
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high quality care based on the needs of the practice population which includes treatment, screening, preventative care and patient education
To assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care holistically
To deliver care in accordance with agreed practice protocols and guidelines
Assist in developing new services and complementing and extending the range of services offered to patients
1. RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility will include:
Provide treatment and care in conjunction with the GPs or independently as appropriate and according to practice policy and guidelines
Take responsibility for own clinics and time management
Review and filing of own test results and those relating to chronic disease
Advise patients on general health and minor ailments with referral to the GP as necessary
Immunisations and vaccinations including childhood immunisations
Holiday vaccinations and travel advice
Venepuncture
First Aid for presenting emergencies
Diagnostic tests such as ECG, urinalysis, swabs, blood tests
Responsibility for the nursing management of patients with chronic disease/long term conditions including diabetes, CHD, CVA, asthma, COPD, CKD, mental health, learning disabilities, autism and hypertension.
To initiate, develop and implement protocols in relation to patients with chronic disease
To carry out cervical cytology
Carry put new patient health checks, well man and well woman checks
Actively promote health education and provide smoking cessation and weight management advice
Provide family planning and contraception advice
Act as chaperone where required
To promote and run health campaigns as appropriate
Ensure the drugs cabinet and doctors bags are monitored and kept up to date
To carry out risk assessments in accordance with COSHH regulations
Keep up to date with practice policies and procedures, especially in relation to recording systems, administration of drugs, child protection, confidentiality, health and safety
Adhere to infection control procedures and ensure practice policies are up to date
Cleaning of equipment and disposal of waste
To be competent in the use of the computer ensuring patients details are correctly input in accordance with practice guidelines
To actively contribute and oversee QOF targets directly relating to the practice nurse role
To provide vaccination to patients in their own home where required
Support PCN initiatives when required
3. AUDIT & RESEARCH
Collect routine data and participate and initiate clinical audit
To implement audit and research findings to improve clinical practice
To maintain disease registers
4. RELATIONSHIP
Responsible to the Partners for clinical issues and the Practice Manager for administrative issues
To work closely with other members of the nursing team, practising good teamwork at all times
Liaise with other team members e.g. admin and reception staff, District Nurses, Health Visitors, Community Matrons, School Nurses etc.
Liaise with secondary care and social services to ensure safeguarding, quality and continuity of care
5. ACCOUNTABILITY
Maintain own annual registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and work within the scope of the NMC guidelines
Be personally accountable for own practice and promote a professional approach to patients and staff
Acknowledge any limitation in knowledge and competence and practice within own limits at all times, highlighting any training needs to the Practice Manager
Maintain accurate records in line with NMC guidelines including data collection, completion of templates and read coding
Maintain own continuous professional development and ensure revalidation and PDP is kept up to date in line with the requirements of the practice and the NMC
Maintain own car insurance ensuring cover is in place for work related activities
6. PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT
Attend and contribute to meetings both internally and externally as required
Participate in Practice Development and planning
Attend courses and training as identified at appraisal and agreed with the Practice Manager
Co-operate/participate with research within the practice
7. PREMISES
Be aware and notify the Practice Manager of any Health and Safety and hazardous conditions
To be familiar with procedures if the fire alarm is raised and assist patients out of the practice without putting own life at risk
Ensure safety procedures are carried out in order to maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high quality care based on the needs of the practice population which includes treatment, screening, preventative care and patient education
To assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care holistically
To deliver care in accordance with agreed practice protocols and guidelines
Assist in developing new services and complementing and extending the range of services offered to patients
1. RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility will include:
Provide treatment and care in conjunction with the GPs or independently as appropriate and according to practice policy and guidelines
Take responsibility for own clinics and time management
Review and filing of own test results and those relating to chronic disease
Advise patients on general health and minor ailments with referral to the GP as necessary
Immunisations and vaccinations including childhood immunisations
Holiday vaccinations and travel advice
Venepuncture
First Aid for presenting emergencies
Diagnostic tests such as ECG, urinalysis, swabs, blood tests
Responsibility for the nursing management of patients with chronic disease/long term conditions including diabetes, CHD, CVA, asthma, COPD, CKD, mental health, learning disabilities, autism and hypertension.
To initiate, develop and implement protocols in relation to patients with chronic disease
To carry out cervical cytology
Carry put new patient health checks, well man and well woman checks
Actively promote health education and provide smoking cessation and weight management advice
Provide family planning and contraception advice
Act as chaperone where required
To promote and run health campaigns as appropriate
Ensure the drugs cabinet and doctors bags are monitored and kept up to date
To carry out risk assessments in accordance with COSHH regulations
Keep up to date with practice policies and procedures, especially in relation to recording systems, administration of drugs, child protection, confidentiality, health and safety
Adhere to infection control procedures and ensure practice policies are up to date
Cleaning of equipment and disposal of waste
To be competent in the use of the computer ensuring patients details are correctly input in accordance with practice guidelines
To actively contribute and oversee QOF targets directly relating to the practice nurse role
To provide vaccination to patients in their own home where required
Support PCN initiatives when required
3. AUDIT & RESEARCH
Collect routine data and participate and initiate clinical audit
To implement audit and research findings to improve clinical practice
To maintain disease registers
4. RELATIONSHIP
Responsible to the Partners for clinical issues and the Practice Manager for administrative issues
To work closely with other members of the nursing team, practising good teamwork at all times
Liaise with other team members e.g. admin and reception staff, District Nurses, Health Visitors, Community Matrons, School Nurses etc.
Liaise with secondary care and social services to ensure safeguarding, quality and continuity of care
5. ACCOUNTABILITY
Maintain own annual registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and work within the scope of the NMC guidelines
Be personally accountable for own practice and promote a professional approach to patients and staff
Acknowledge any limitation in knowledge and competence and practice within own limits at all times, highlighting any training needs to the Practice Manager
Maintain accurate records in line with NMC guidelines including data collection, completion of templates and read coding
Maintain own continuous professional development and ensure revalidation and PDP is kept up to date in line with the requirements of the practice and the NMC
Maintain own car insurance ensuring cover is in place for work related activities
6. PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT
Attend and contribute to meetings both internally and externally as required
Participate in Practice Development and planning
Attend courses and training as identified at appraisal and agreed with the Practice Manager
Co-operate/participate with research within the practice
7. PREMISES
Be aware and notify the Practice Manager of any Health and Safety and hazardous conditions
To be familiar with procedures if the fire alarm is raised and assist patients out of the practice without putting own life at risk
Ensure safety procedures are carried out in order to maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities of the post.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care

• RGN qualification
• Current NMC registration
• Trained in chronic disease management, ideally to include CHD, diabetes, asthma and COPD
• Up to date training in childhood, adult and travel immunisation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Self motivated and resilient
• Knowledge of infection control procedures

• Trained in cervical cytology
• Up to date contraception training including administering depo-provera
• Able to administer injections such as zoladex and degaralix
• Knowledge of Emis Web
• Knowledge of primary care targets

• Experience of working in primary care

• RGN qualification
• Current NMC registration
• Trained in chronic disease management, ideally to include CHD, diabetes, asthma and COPD
• Up to date training in childhood, adult and travel immunisation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Self motivated and resilient
• Knowledge of infection control procedures

• Trained in cervical cytology
• Up to date contraception training including administering depo-provera
• Able to administer injections such as zoladex and degaralix
• Knowledge of Emis Web
• Knowledge of primary care targets