Lead Practice Nurse – Borough Green Medical Practice

We are thrilled to present an outstanding opportunity for a Lead Practice Nurse to join our dynamic, high-performing, and welcoming GP surgery, serving a patient base of over 15,500 individuals.

Situated in a desirable semi-rural location in Kent, our practice is both a dispensing and training facility with additional services such as Minor Surgery, Vasectomies and Gynaecology Clinics. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, and you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional nursing care and supporting the health and well-being of our patients. We take pride in our professional and caring approach to supporting our patients and the local community.

We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, skilled, and motivated individual to lead and support our well-established, friendly, and caring nursing team, which includes three registered nurses and three HCAs. The ideal candidate should have experience in general practice and a strong background in leading nursing teams whom may also possess the necessary qualifications for managing chronic health conditions such as Asthma, COPD, and Diabetes, as well as expertise in cervical cytology, childhood immunisations, and treatment room duties. This role requires a well-presented individual with a calm, methodical approach to work, the ability to interact empathetically and professionally with the public, and a working knowledge of EMIS Web would be advantageous, though not essential, as full training will be provided.

Key responsibilities of the Lead Practice Nurse include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day management of the nursing team
• Providing guidance and support to nurses/HCAs
• Training and coaching the nursing team
• Managing patient assessments
• Infection control
• Conducting clinical consultations
• Mentoring students

Days and hours are negotiable but must include Friday. Salary will be negotiable based on experience.

If you are a passionate individual who feels capable of making a significant impact on our surgery and patients, and wish to be part of a supportive and innovative team, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this position to emma.miskin@nhs.net.  If you have any questions please email them to the same address.