Exp General Practice Nurse (Hiring Immediately)

New to General Practice Nurse – West PCN Role Details Organisation: K&W Healthcare Location: Designated GP practices across West PCN Hourly Rate: £20–£25, depending on relevant experience Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week, with the working pattern agreed according to practice requirements Engagement: Self-employed Reports to: Designated Clinical Lead and Practice Manager Professional Registration: Current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration K&W Healthcare does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. This role description may be reviewed by agreement to reflect practice requirements and the postholder’s qualifications and competence. Job Purpose : The postholder will be responsible for managing and supporting patients with long-term conditions, delivering proactive health promotion and contributing to the continuous development and improvement of clinical services across the network. A key focus of this role will be the assessment, management and ongoing care of patients with asthma. We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse with demonstrable knowledge and expertise in respiratory care, who can undertake comprehensive asthma reviews, support patients to achieve optimal disease control, promote effective inhaler technique and medication adherence, and identify, assess and manage patients with poorly controlled asthma, ensuring appropriate interventions and escalation where required. The successful candidate will also play a significant role in supporting ongoing research, clinical audits and service improvement initiatives relating to our asthma population.This will include contributing to evidence-based practice, improving patient engagement, identifying opportunities to enhance clinical outcomes and supporting the delivery of high-quality, consistent respiratory care across the network. The postholder will be required to dedicate three days per week to the assessment, management and ongoing support of patients with asthma, with the remaining two days focused on providing wider long-term condition management and general nursing services to the GPC patient population. The role will require effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, primary care professionals and wider healthcare partners to promote integrated working, reduce health inequalities and ensure equitable access to high-quality clinical services. The successful candidate will contribute to improving health outcomes and the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care across a network serving a population of over 200,000 residents in Brent. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Care & Service Delivery Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care in line with NMC standards and K&W Healthcare protocols. Manage and review patients with long-term conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, cardiovascular disease). Undertake a range of clinical procedures such as immunizations, cervical cytology, wound care, ECGs, phlebotomy, and health checks. Support chronic disease management, including recall systems and audits. Promote health education, self-management, and wellbeing among patients. Leadership & Mentorship : Provide guidance, supervision, and mentorship to Student Nursing Associates, Nursing Associates, and Health Care Support Workers. Contribute to the induction and professional development of nursing staff across the PCN. Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and professionalism. Participate in quality improvement projects and service development across practices. Identify suitable patients from the practice population who may be eligible to participate in research studies. Review patient records against research inclusion and exclusion criteria. Contact eligible patients and provide information about relevant research opportunities. Explain the purpose, benefits and potential risks of research participation. Obtain and document informed consent in accordance with approved research protocols. Ensure participation is entirely voluntary and patients understand their right to withdraw. Maintain accurate records of recruitment, screening and patient participation. Undertake clinical assessments and observations as required by individual research protocols. Take blood samples and other clinical specimens where required. Undertake ECGs, blood pressure monitoring and other investigations within their competence. Administer medications or vaccines where authorised by the study protocol and appropriate prescribing arrangements. Monitor patients for adverse events and escalate clinical concerns. Provide appropriate follow-up and safety monitoring for research participants. Recognise when a participant requires referral to their GP or another healthcare professional. Coordinate research activities within the practice. Liaise with Principal Investigators, GPs, research organisations, universities, NHS research networks and study sponsors. Ensure research visits and appointments are arranged. Maintain research documentation and study files. Monitor recruitment targets and study deadlines. Ensure research procedures are undertaken in accordance with approved protocols. Support research monitoring visits, audits and inspections. Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Understand the principles of research ethics and informed consent. Maintain confidentiality and comply with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Follow relevant NHS research governance requirements. Report adverse events and serious adverse events in accordance with study requirements. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and auditable clinical records. Responsible for: Supporting the delivery of high-quality nursing care across K&W Healthcare’s network of practices; supervision and mentorship of Nursing Associates, Student Nurses, and Health Care Support Workers. Teamwork & Collaboration : Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and research multidisciplinary teams, including GPs, pharmacists, social prescribers, care coordinators, and allied health professionals. Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and case reviews to improve patient outcomes. Support seamless care transitions between primary, community, and secondary services. Governance & Professional Standards : Ensure practice complies with NMC code of conduct, safeguarding policies, infection control, and CQC standards. Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with K&W Healthcare policies and GDPR. Participate in audits, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to maintain high standards of care. Ensure safe medicines management, infection prevention, and vaccination standards are upheld. Travel & Multi-Site Working : Work between 4 sites Work flexibly through practices within the K&W Healthcare network as required. Support practices with service delivery, training, and clinical capacity as directed by the Lead Nurse or PCN management. Professional Development: Maintain professional registration and participate in revalidation. Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) and reflective learning. Participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal. Support and contribute to training programs for future nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues. Two days of generic general practice nurse work Qualifications & Experience (Essential) : Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration. Post-registration qualifications in long-term condition management or public health (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, cardiovascular care) Desirable : Independent prescribing qualification (V300) or working towards. Mentorship or teaching qualification. Leadership experience in clinical quality improvement or practice development. Personal Attributes: Compassionate, patient-focused, and professional. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Flexible and adaptable, able to work across multiple practice sites. Committed to personal and professional development.