Chronic Disease Nurse / Nurse Prescriber

Job summary The University Medical Centre in Bath is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Chronic Disease Practice Nurse to focus primarily on the management of asthma and diabetes care for our patients. The role may be extended to fit your skill base if you hold additional qualifications. The role is centred around a mostly University student patient population and we welcome new members to join our existing nursing team and to help support the needs of our patient population. Flexible working shift patterns are able to be considered and a competitive salary is being offered for the successful candidate. Part-time nurse applications will be considered, but please note that we are not able to offer annualised contracts for term time working only, as we need our team to work across the full calendar year. Clinical system: TPP / SystmOne Salary: Competitive, NHS Pension Working Days: This is a Part-Time position with the days and hours to be agreed, but ideally working 2-3 days across the working week. Initial interviews will be taking place on Friday 2nd October 2026. Main duties of the job To undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care and treatment in line with Practice policy and protocols. Provide specific evidence based practical skills and to have knowledge in the following areas: Chronic Disease Management of Asthma Chronic Disease Management of Diabetes In addition to managing Chronic Disease for our patients you may also need to be able to take on some general Practice Nurse treatment room tasks which could include as follows: Perform wound care management and have experience in dressings Carry out ear examinations Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required Perform phlebotomy and electrocardiography (ECGs) Administer adult and paediatric injections under individualised prescriptions or PGD ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs Provide an adult and childhood immunisation service working to PGDs following appropriate training if required Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness or a willingness to undertake training Sexual health assessments and investigations including emergency contraception Provide advice on healthy lifestyles, assist and support patients in changing behaviours and refer appropriately Deliver travel healthcare including vaccinations and advice following appropriate training if required Undertake first aid and management of emergencies such as burns, hemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycemic emergencies, asthma attacks About us The University Medical Centre is an NHS GP Practice conveniently situated in Quarry House on North Road in Bath and we are located not far from the University of Bath campus. The Practice provides a range of NHS services available for all registered patients living within the Practice area. The majority of our patients are part of the University community and we aim to ensure that the services available match the needs of all of our patients both now and in the future. Details Date posted 15 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4642-26-0003 Job locations Quarry House North Road Bath North East Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will primarily offer chronic disease care for our patients, managing asthma and diabetes. There will also be a need to undertake a range of various other nursing assessments to provide appropriate care and treatment in conjunction with the GPs in accordance with Practice policy and protocols. The Chronic Disease Nurse will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures as well as promoting self-care in order that patients are empowered to manage their own healthcare needs. To support the clinical team and to act within professional boundaries striving to improve standards of care. The post holder will need to be aware of safeguarding requirements and support practice policy working in a health care environment. A full employment history will be required as well as providing details of any gaps in employment. Knowledge of key elements of the Primary Care contract such as having an understanding of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) , Local Enhanced Service (LES) and Direct Enhanced Service (DES) delivery is beneficial, along with adhering to Care Quality Commission (CQC) Primary Care requirements which is an important element of this post. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will primarily offer chronic disease care for our patients, managing asthma and diabetes. There will also be a need to undertake a range of various other nursing assessments to provide appropriate care and treatment in conjunction with the GPs in accordance with Practice policy and protocols. The Chronic Disease Nurse will work collaboratively wit