Practice Nurse

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our healthcare team. Preferred days would be Monday, Tuesday and Friday, but this is negotiable. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high‑quality nursing care to patients within a clinical setting. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of patient care protocols, and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

Pay dependent on experience.

• Conduct patient assessments and record medical histories accurately.
• Administer vaccinations and medications as prescribed.
• Assist in the management of chronic diseases and provide health education to patients.
• Perform routine clinical procedures such as wound care, cervical smears, blood pressure monitoring, and sample collection.
• Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with data protection regulations.
• Collaborate with doctors and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Participate in health promotion activities and community outreach programmes.
• Ensure that the practice environment is safe, clean, and welcoming for all patients.

• Registered Nurse qualification with valid NMC registration.
• Previous experience in a primary care or practice nursing setting.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing practices relevant to primary care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems (EMIS) is an advantage.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and training.

Orchard End Surgery is a friendly, 2‑partner GP practice with 2 salaried doctors, caring for around 4,300 patients in the beautiful Weald of Kent. We are proud to be a true community hub – small enough to know our patients well, yet ambitious in the quality of care we provide. Our most recent CQC inspection rated us Good, reflecting our commitment to safe, effective and compassionate healthcare.

We maintain a close‑knit, supportive team culture known as the TOADS. New colleagues are welcomed and given the time and support they need to settle in. Our induction and training programme ensures you feel confident in your role, and ongoing development is always encouraged. Daily morning huddles, quarterly staff and clinical meetings, annual appraisals, and regular supervision help keep communication open and teamwork strong.

We have regular staff events, walks, pub meals, quizzes, Christmas parties, and other gatherings. We maintain strong links with our patient community through quarterly PPG meetings and monthly patient feedback, which is shared openly with the whole team.

Work Location:

Dorothy Avenue, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3AY

Contract:

Permanent, Part‑time. Working pattern negotiable.

Salary:
Depending on experience.

For questions about the job, contact Practice Manager Dolina Reed at  or .