Non NHS Banding
Main area
Practice Nurse
Grade
Non NHS Banding
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 23.6 hours per week (0.63 FTE, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays)
Job ref

4265-7351015-PN-LTCP07

Site
Luton Town Centre GP Surgery
Town
Luton
Salary
£23,216.76 pro rated per annum (full-time salary - £36,852)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/07/2025 23:59
Job overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our team, working closely with clinicians to provide high-quality patient care. This role involves administering vaccinations, conducting cervical screening, wound care, and supporting patients with lifestyle advice and chronic disease management. You will play a key part in maintaining infection control standards, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring accurate patient record-keeping.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive nurse who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to service improvements. If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care and want to be part of a friendly and supportive practice, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work collaboratively with clinicians to deliver high-quality patient care, ensuring adherence to protocols and best practices.
• Support compliance with prescribed treatments while providing lifestyle advice and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Administer injections to adults and children, ensuring proper vaccine storage, handling, and disposal.
• Carry out cervical screening, ECGs, blood tests, wound care, and specimen collection, including venepuncture, swabs, and urine cultures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to clinical documentation and audits.
• Mentor healthcare assistants and junior staff, supporting their development and training.
• Lead or assist with infection prevention and control, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Monitor and manage medical stock, equipment, and treatment room supplies, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Contribute to the review and implementation of clinical policies and procedures to improve service delivery.
• Support the practice in achieving Quality Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and participating in local quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in organising and administering treatments during vaccination campaigns, such as flu clinics.

Working for our organisation
In return for your dedication and commitment to our values, we offer:
Exclusive Discounts: Unlock amazing savings on shopping, travel, and entertainment through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more. From everyday essentials to special experiences, we’ve got your wallet covered!
NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the NHS Pension, offering peace of mind and valuable long-term financial benefits for all our staff.
Wellbeing Support: Your health matters! Enjoy access to counselling services, personalised health plans, calming meditation guides, energising fitness routines, and delicious recipes to keep you thriving every day.
Recognition and Rewards: Your hard work won’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with peer shout-outs, special awards, and exclusive event vouchers that show how much we appreciate you.
Financial Perks: Take the stress out of money matters with free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan to cover everyday expenses, and smart savings options through our Credit Union.
Career Growth: Build the future you deserve with our My Academy training programs, exciting internal vacancies, and regular updates to keep you in the loop with HUC news and opportunities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Work pattern to be agreed across Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

YOU MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work collaboratively with clinicians to deliver high-quality patient care, ensuring adherence to protocols and best practices.
• Support compliance with prescribed treatments while providing lifestyle advice and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Administer injections to adults and children, ensuring proper vaccine storage, handling, and disposal.
• Carry out cervical screening, ECGs, blood tests, wound care, and specimen collection, including venepuncture, swabs, and urine cultures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to clinical documentation and audits.
• Mentor healthcare assistants and junior staff, supporting their development and training.
• Lead or assist with infection prevention and control, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Monitor and manage medical stock, equipment, and treatment room supplies, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Contribute to the review and implementation of clinical policies and procedures to improve service delivery.
• Support the practice in achieving Quality Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and participating in local quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in organising and administering treatments during vaccination campaigns, such as flu clinics