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About this role
Practice Nurse
Location
Horsham, West Sussex
Salary
Competitive + NHS Pension + Training & Development + Excellent Benefits
Job Type
Full-Time / Part-Time Considered
Lead Practice Nurse – Exceptional Opportunity at a Forward-Thinking Training Practice in Horsham
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse to join a highly regarded, innovative GP training practice in Horsham. This well-established and respected practice is recognised for delivering exceptional patient care while investing heavily in the development and progression of its clinical team.
The practice has built a reputation as a fantastic place to work, offering a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking culture where staff wellbeing, professional growth and high clinical standards are genuinely prioritised. As a recognised training practice, there is a strong emphasis on education, mentorship and continuous learning, making this an ideal opportunity for a Lead Practice Nurse looking to shape services, inspire colleagues and further develop their leadership career.
This is an exciting role for a clinically confident nurse who enjoys leading teams, driving quality improvement and delivering excellent patient care within a modern primary care setting.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will take responsibility for leading and supporting the nursing team, ensuring high-quality clinical care and maintaining excellent standards across nursing services.
Working alongside GP Partners and the wider multidisciplinary team, the Lead Practice Nurse will play a key role in service development, clinical leadership and patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the nursing team
- Support, mentor and develop Practice Nurses, HCAs and wider clinical staff
- Deliver and oversee chronic disease management clinics including diabetes, asthma and COPD
- Lead on clinical governance, infection prevention and quality improvement initiatives
- Undertake cervical screening, immunisations and routine nursing procedures
- Drive service improvements and contribute to practice strategy
- Ensure safe and effective clinical processes are maintained
- Support workforce planning, training and team development
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary care team
- Promote patient-centred care and excellent patient experience
Candidate Requirements
The practice is keen to hear from experienced nurses who are passionate about leadership and delivering outstanding care.
Applicants should ideally have
- Registered Nurse qualification with active NMC registration
- Previous experience within General Practice or Primary Care
- Experience managing long-term conditions including diabetes, asthma and COPD
- Cytology and immunisation experience
- Strong leadership or supervisory experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive and positive approach to service development
- Prescribing qualification desirable but not essential
Why Join This Practice?
This is much more than a standard Lead Practice Nurse role. The practice offers an environment where people are genuinely valued and supported.
Benefits include
- Fantastic GP training practice with a strong learning culture
- Supportive and experienced clinical leadership team
- Opportunities for further qualifications and funded development
- NHS Pension scheme
- Regular protected learning time
- Excellent work-life balance
- Friendly and collaborative team culture
- Modern practice facilities
- Opportunities to shape and influence future nursing services
Please call David on 02079527641 to discuss.