Practice Nurse

Job summary
Salary Available Upon Request

15 hours a week

Greenhill Medical Centre & Clase Surgery is seeking a Practice Nurse / Chronic Disease Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team.

This is a 15-hour per week role focused on chronic disease management, including diabetes, respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, alongside general practice nursing duties.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate NMC-registered nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

Main duties of the job
The Practice Nurse / Chronic Disease Nurse will work as part of the multidisciplinary team across Greenhill Medical Centre & Clase Surgery, reporting to the GP Partners and Practice Manager.

The role will involve weekly chronic disease clinics, including diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension and cardiovascular disease, alongside routine practice nursing duties such as health checks, vaccinations, wound care, ECGs, observations and health promotion.

The post-holder will maintain accurate clinical records, support patient recalls, contribute to audits and quality improvement, and work closely with GPs and the wider practice team to provide safe, high-quality patient-centred care.

Training and development opportunities will be supported where required, subject to the candidate's experience and role requirements.

About us
Welcome to Greenhill Medical Centre & Clase Surgery, a dynamic and forward-thinking general practice based in Swansea under the Swansea Bay University Health Board. We are proud to serve a diverse and vibrant patient population across our two sites, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care with a strong emphasis on proactive and holistic long-term condition management.

Our Team & Atmosphere
At the heart of our surgery is a friendly, supportive, and multidisciplinary primary care team comprising dedicated General Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, and an efficient administrative and reception support network. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere where every team member's contribution is valued, ensuring mutual support and shared professional goals.

Our Work Ethic
We are committed to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and maintaining robust standards of clinical governance. Our team prides itself on being:

• Patient-Centred
• Proactive
• Collaborative
• Professional Growth
• Supportive Environment
• Work-Life Balance

Job responsibilities
The successful candidate must work within their level of competence and comply with NMC requirements and practice policies. Appropriate training and development will be supported where required.

Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Appropriate nursing qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Ability to work within professional scope of practice.

Desirable

• Qualification or additional training in chronic disease management.
• Diabetes or respiratory disease training.
• Cervical screening qualification.
• Immunisation and vaccination training.
• Minor illness qualification/training.

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centred approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and patient safety.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Flexible approach to working across Greenhill Medical Centre and Clase Surgery.
• Welsh language skills.
• Willingness to undertake further training and develop additional primary care skills.

Experience
Essential

• Post-registration clinical nursing experience.
• Experience of assessing and caring for patients with long-term conditions.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Experience using computerised systems.

Desirable

• Previous experience in general practice or primary care.
• Experience of chronic disease management, particularly diabetes, asthma/COPD and cardiovascular disease.
• Experience in wound care, ECGs, venepuncture and immunisations.
• Experience using EMIS Web.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.