Practice Nurse Greenhill Medical Centre

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

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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.

Person specification

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.