Lead Practice Nurse

NHS; Burnley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Primary Care Lead Nurse: Shape the Future of Nursing in Our Practice!

We are looking for a passionate and forward-thinking Primary Care Lead Nurse to lead our dedicated nursing team. This is more than just a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to drive innovation, mentor a strong team, and enhance patient care in a supportive and progressive practice.

Main duties of the job

As Lead Nurse, you will coordinate and develop our nursing services, ensuring high clinical standards, professional growth, and effective service delivery. You will play a key role in strategic planning, training, and quality improvement, working closely with GPs and management to expand the role of nurses and explore new opportunities, such as research and specialist clinics.

We believe in empowering our team, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment, and investing in professional development. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact on patient care and nursing innovation, we would love to hear from you!

About us

Atmosphere and Work Ethic

At Prestige Medical Group, we pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, friendly, and caring environment. Our informal style fosters a high-performing team dedicated to delivering high-quality, professional healthcare. We believe that by looking after each other, we can provide the best care for our patients.

Benefits of Working with Us

Joining our team offers several advantages:

• Supportive Environment: Our team-centric approach ensures that staff well-being is a priority, creating a positive work-life balance.
• Collaborative Culture: Working within a multidisciplinary team allows for diverse interactions and comprehensive patient care.
• Community Impact: Being part of the Burnley East PCN enables us to contribute significantly to the health and well-being of the local community.

If you're seeking a workplace that values teamwork and patient-centered care, Prestige Medical Group is the ideal environment for you.

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The Primary Care Lead Nurse will provide leadership and coordination for the nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care, professional development, and efficient service delivery. The role includes strategic planning, clinical oversight, and operational management to enhance patient services and optimize workflow within the practice.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Coordination

• Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) and provide peer support for all nursing-related matters.
• Oversee service delivery, ensuring clinical coverage aligns with service delivery requirements set by the partners.
• Plan and authorize annual leave, ensuring minimum service levels are met while coordinating with the Practice Manager.
• Lead nursing team meetings, including setting agendas, recording minutes, and addressing service delivery gaps.
• Represent the nursing team in internal and external meetings as required.
• Attend the Leads Meeting and contribute to broader practice planning.

Clinical Service & Development

• Ensure the nursing team actively delivers on Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets, Local Enhanced Services (LES), and other nurse-related objectives.
• Set targets for the team, monitor progress, and report outcomes to the Practice Manager / Business Manager.
• Conduct clinical reports and audits as required.
• Maintain oversight of vaccination programs (e.g., Flu, COVID, RSV), ensuring appropriate delegation of leadership roles within the nursing team.
• Ensure compliance with national policies and NHS strategic initiatives (e.g., NHS 10-year plan) relevant to nursing practice.
• Lead the nursing team's training and professional development plan, balancing learning opportunities with service delivery needs.
• Oversee peer-to-peer support and mentoring within the team.
• Conduct nurse appraisals, providing feedback and identifying areas for professional growth.
• Coordinate training requirements, ensuring appropriate time allocation while minimizing disruption to patient services.

Strategic & Future Planning

• Identify opportunities to transfer appropriate work from GPs to nurses, increasing efficiency and capacity within the practice.
• Explore additional income streams, such as research initiatives, family planning services, and health checks.
• Contribute to long-term planning and innovation, ensuring nursing services align with future healthcare demands and practice growth.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN
• Experience in primary care
• Leadership and team management experience
• Strong understanding of QOF, LES, and national healthcare policies
• Ability to balance service delivery with workforce development
• Excellent communication, organizational, and mentoring skills
• Experience in service development and strategic planning
• Knowledge of additional income-generating healthcare services
• Experience conducting clinical audits and reporting

Experience

• Significant experience as a Practice Nurse in a primary care setting, with a deep understanding of general practice workflows and patient care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experience: Guideline: AFC Band 7 dependent on experience