Website:
livingwellpartnership.nhs.uk
Job details:
Job closing:
14th September 2026
Job Title
Practice Nurse Status: Permanent Grade: 6-8, depending on experience & qualifications FTE: Part time or full time Location: Practices of Living Well PCN Southampton Accountable to: Head of Nursing Role Profile: Practice Nurse- Role Profile
Living Well Partnership is made up of 8 GP surgeries working innovatively to change the way we deliver great patient care and fast, effective patient communication.
Join Our Expanding Nursing Team
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our large, friendly and supportive nursing team as we continue to expand to meet the growing needs of our patient population.
Our established nursing workforce comprises Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs), Specialist Nurses, Prescribing Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Nursing Associates and Health Care Assistants, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality patient care. We are proud of our strong team culture, excellent communication, and commitment to supporting our staff to develop and thrive.
Whether you are an experienced Practice Nurse or a nurse with transferable skills looking to develop your career in Primary Care, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
We are committed to creating an environment where our nurses feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow professionally.
We Offer
- A structured induction programme tailored to your experience and learning needs.
- Ongoing clinical supervision and strong management support.
- A welcoming and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- A strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and lifelong learning.
- Regular support for university-accredited courses and professional qualifications.
- Opportunities to develop specialist interests and clinical expertise.
- Robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies and clinical protocols to support safe and effective practice.
- Regular team meetings, educational opportunities and peer support.
What we can offer you!
- 6 weeks holiday pro rata PLUS bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership with a 14.38% employer contribution rate
- Employee Wellbeing initiatives
- Cycle to work scheme
- Monthly employee award
- Investment in developing your skills and progression opportunities, across the Partnership
- First consideration for other internal recruitment opportunities
About The Role
As a Practice Nurse, you will provide high-quality nursing care, health assessments and treatments to patients, working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals. You will play an important role in patient education, chronic disease management and health promotion, while working within the NMC Code of Conduct and the Partnership’s policies and procedures
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations and vital signs monitoring appropriate to your role.
- Deliver a range of treatments and procedures including wound care, ECGs, Doppler assessments, blood pressure monitoring and injections.
- Provide immunisations, including childhood and travel vaccinations, in line with national guidance.
- Undertake cervical screening and contribute to women’s health services.
- Provide contraceptive advice, reviews and ongoing care within your competence.
- Support the management of patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, COPD and cardiovascular disease.
- Monitor and review treatment plans, ensuring care remains evidence-based and responsive to patient needs.
- Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, specialist nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes.
- Promote health and wellbeing and support patients with lifestyle changes including smoking cessation, healthy eating and physical activity.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records using the practice’s electronic patient record system.
- Contribute to the management of clinical stock, vaccines and medical supplies as required.
- Participate in practice meetings, clinical discussions, audits and service development initiatives.
- Share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute positively to the ongoing development of the nursing team.
- Maintain a Personal Development Plan and engage in ongoing learning to support NMC revalidation and professional development.
Essential
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Competent in the use of electronic clinical systems.
- Willingness to engage in ongoing learning and professional development.
- Flexibility to work across sites if required.
Desirable
- Experience working within General Practice or Primary Care.
- Experience of delivering immunisations and vaccinations.
- Experience of cervical screening and contraception care.
- Knowledge and experience of chronic disease management.
- Independent Prescriber
- Nurses from other settings with relevant transferable skills and a desire to develop a career in Primary Care are encouraged to apply.
To apply
- Please email your up to date CV and covering letter to hiowicb-hsi.livingwell-recruitment@nhs.net
- Closing Date: 14th September 2026
- Please be aware that all employees of the Partnership will be expected to have DBS Clearance.
- Requirement for this position is to regularly travel to other sites, therefore you must have your own mode of transport (car).
- This role will be considering part time or full-time candidates
- Grade: 6-7
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you.
Dave Barclay
Managing Partner (Non-clinical)
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