Job Description

Job Title:

Practice Nurse -

New to General Practice

Employer:

North Wigan PCN

Location:

Aspull, Beech Hill, Shevington, Standish

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

37.5 hours

Working pattern:

4 or 5 days per week Monday to Friday, but may include occasional late evenings and weekend work

Salary:

dependent on experience

About us

North Wigan is a friendly and forward-thinking Primary Care Network made up of four GP practices serving our local community. We are committed to developing new roles and innovative ways of working to support our clinical teams and improve patient care.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a

new to general practice Practice Nurse

to join our PCN team. This role is ideal for a registered nurse who is keen to develop a career in primary care and build long-term relationships with patients within a community setting.

Our Surgeries:

Aspull Surgery, Haigh Road, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1XH

Beech Hill Medical Practice, 278 Gidlow Lane, Beech Hill, Wigan, WN6 7PD

Shevington Surgery, 1 Houghton Lane, Shevington, Wigan, WN6 8ET

Standish Medical Practice, 49 High Street, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HD

About the Role

You will work across our PCN practices as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Full training, supervision and mentorship will be provided to support your transition into general practice.

Key Responsibilities

With support and training, your duties will include:

Running nurse-led clinics Chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes - training provided) Health promotion and lifestyle advice Cervical screening (training available if not already trained) Immunisations and vaccinations Contraceptive services including implants and coils Infection prevention and control Supporting QOF and PCN priorities Maintaining accurate clinical records

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

A Registered Nurse (NMC registered) Enthusiastic about developing a career in general practice A good communicator with a compassionate, patient-focused approach Organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team Willing to undertake training and professional development

What We Offer

A supportive and welcoming team environment Full training and ongoing development A structured induction and mentorship programme Support towards relevant qualifications (e.g. chronic disease management, cervical screening, immunisations) NHS Pension Scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) A supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities to progress within the PCN

How to Apply

For any questions about the role, please contact: Kerry White on kerrywhite2@nhs.net

Should we receive a high number of applicants the advert may be closed early.

Job Type: Full-time

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) RCN Pin No (required)
Work Location: In person