A first post as a practice nurse at Portslade Health Centre, suited to a newly qualified registered nurse, with support and supervision built in. The work centres on health checks, long-term condition reviews, wound care and vaccinations, with duties widening as training and competence develop. The post offers an optional, fully funded General Practice Nurse Foundation Programme starting January 2027, combining clinical practice with a Postgraduate Diploma, subject to eligibility and a place. NMC registration is required by the start date.
What the job involves
- Carry out observations and health checks, including blood pressure, urinalysis, peak flow, ECG and venepuncture, as trained
- Support reviews of long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes and high blood pressure, referring decisions to clinicians
- Provide wound assessment, dressings and removal of sutures or clips, and ulcer care and compression bandaging after training
- Give health promotion advice on smoking, diet, physical activity and illness prevention
- Administer childhood, adult, routine and travel vaccinations once trained and authorised
- Undertake cervical screening and ear care, including irrigation, once trained and assessed as competent
- Act as chaperone and assist clinicians with procedures, including minor surgery and coil fittings
- Collect, handle and arrange specimens and agreed investigations within practice protocols
- Undertake home visits where agreed and appropriate to competence
- Recognise deterioration, seek urgent clinical help and contribute to emergency care within competence
- Explain care, obtain and record consent, and keep accurate, timely electronic patient records
- Recognise and report safeguarding concerns, and follow infection prevention and safe working procedures
What’s required
Qualifications
- Commitment to completing training and developing general practice clinical skills
Registration & licences
- Current NMC registration as a registered nurse by the agreed start date
- Willingness to maintain NMC registration and undertake continuing professional development
Experience
- Experience of providing patient care through nursing placements or employment
- Experience of working with colleagues as part of a healthcare team
- Experience of communicating sensitively with patients and carers
- Experience of maintaining accurate patient records
Skills & knowledge
- Caring, respectful approach that protects patient dignity and confidentiality
- Good communication and listening skills
- Ability to recognise personal limitations and seek advice and support
- Ability to organise allocated work and respond to changing priorities with support
- Willingness to learn, receive feedback and take part in supervision
- Understanding of safeguarding, infection prevention and safe working for a newly qualified nurse
Other
- Confidence using computers and willingness to learn practice clinical systems
- Reliable, flexible approach and commitment to working positively with the wider practice team
What’s offered
- Fully funded General Practice Nurse Foundation Programme, optional and subject to eligibility and a programme place
- One-year programme with City St Georges, University of London, leading to a Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Care Practice Nursing
- Supervision and support from experienced nursing and wider clinical team
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Practice Nurse - Newly Qualified in Brighton employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
