Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)
At Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC), we are an inclusive, dedicated organisation working to provide outstanding care to our entitled personnel. Are you a Band 6 Practice Nurse looking for an exciting role, working alongside the military, which offers numerous benefits and opportunities? If the answer is yes, then we are looking to appoint a professional and patient-focused individual with a strong commitment to providing a high-quality service to work within our friendly and welcoming team at the Medical Centre, RAF Cranwell, Sleaford. You may also have to provide cover at other facilities within the Lincolnshire Combined Practice (Waddington & Coningsby) as dictated by business needs. The vacant post is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week. Requests to work on a job share basis will be considered, taking into account business needs. Could this be the role for you? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Access to learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity Pay as you dine, free parking, and on-site shop Main Duties of the Job
The successful post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary primary healthcare team delivering primary healthcare nursing including elements of occupational health. You will work with the Senior Practice Nurse or Senior Medical Officer within the medical facility (MF) and will be a focal point for Primary Healthcare nursing issues within your area of practice. Job Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities for the role include but are not limited to: Providing specialist high-quality person-centred care while considering safety, privacy, and dignity using advanced clinical knowledge that is evidence-based. You will hold an individual caseload and, through consultation, identify, assess, and diagnose patients with complex health needs, minor injuries, minor illnesses, and specific diseases within your level of competence. Responsible for the delivery of appropriate treatment, screening, and advice to patients within your professional competence and in accordance with Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) clinical guidelines and protocols. Provide expert clinical advice, leadership, and support, ensuring the needs of the service are met by exercising and demonstrating high levels of clinical judgement, critical analysis, and decision-making skills. Acting as a role model, delivering high-quality practice and promoting clinical effectiveness in care. Monitoring and improving standards through supervision, evidence-based practice, clinical audit, research, and education. Working closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and playing an integral role in the operational/strategic development of the service. Line management, training, and clinical supervision responsibilities for junior practice nurses, Healthcare Assistants (HCA), and other members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). Working within the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct and adhering to all NMC standards and Ministry of Defence (MOD)/Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) policies and guidelines. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full list of duties. Person Specification
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent training as recognised by a professional body (NMC/HCPC etc.) in the relevant area plus additional specialist qualification. Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training. Experience
Experience working within Primary Healthcare. Registrations and Memberships
Registered nurse on Part 1 of the NMC register. Current registration with the NMC. Please provide your membership registration number. You are required to be registered with the relevant professional body, as detailed in the advert, prior to submitting your application. Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration number. Salary:
£37,338 to £44,962 a year. Per Annum. Pro Rata for Part Time
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At Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC), we are an inclusive, dedicated organisation working to provide outstanding care to our entitled personnel. Are you a Band 6 Practice Nurse looking for an exciting role, working alongside the military, which offers numerous benefits and opportunities? If the answer is yes, then we are looking to appoint a professional and patient-focused individual with a strong commitment to providing a high-quality service to work within our friendly and welcoming team at the Medical Centre, RAF Cranwell, Sleaford. You may also have to provide cover at other facilities within the Lincolnshire Combined Practice (Waddington & Coningsby) as dictated by business needs. The vacant post is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week. Requests to work on a job share basis will be considered, taking into account business needs. Could this be the role for you? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Access to learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity Pay as you dine, free parking, and on-site shop Main Duties of the Job
The successful post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary primary healthcare team delivering primary healthcare nursing including elements of occupational health. You will work with the Senior Practice Nurse or Senior Medical Officer within the medical facility (MF) and will be a focal point for Primary Healthcare nursing issues within your area of practice. Job Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities for the role include but are not limited to: Providing specialist high-quality person-centred care while considering safety, privacy, and dignity using advanced clinical knowledge that is evidence-based. You will hold an individual caseload and, through consultation, identify, assess, and diagnose patients with complex health needs, minor injuries, minor illnesses, and specific diseases within your level of competence. Responsible for the delivery of appropriate treatment, screening, and advice to patients within your professional competence and in accordance with Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) clinical guidelines and protocols. Provide expert clinical advice, leadership, and support, ensuring the needs of the service are met by exercising and demonstrating high levels of clinical judgement, critical analysis, and decision-making skills. Acting as a role model, delivering high-quality practice and promoting clinical effectiveness in care. Monitoring and improving standards through supervision, evidence-based practice, clinical audit, research, and education. Working closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and playing an integral role in the operational/strategic development of the service. Line management, training, and clinical supervision responsibilities for junior practice nurses, Healthcare Assistants (HCA), and other members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). Working within the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct and adhering to all NMC standards and Ministry of Defence (MOD)/Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) policies and guidelines. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full list of duties. Person Specification
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent training as recognised by a professional body (NMC/HCPC etc.) in the relevant area plus additional specialist qualification. Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training. Experience
Experience working within Primary Healthcare. Registrations and Memberships
Registered nurse on Part 1 of the NMC register. Current registration with the NMC. Please provide your membership registration number. You are required to be registered with the relevant professional body, as detailed in the advert, prior to submitting your application. Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration number. Salary:
£37,338 to £44,962 a year. Per Annum. Pro Rata for Part Time
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