Lead Nurse - Harrogate

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families The Role We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Practice Nurse to join our primary care team. In this pivotal role, you'll deliver safe, high-quality nursing care while taking a leadership position within the nursing team. Working in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct, you'll use your primary care experience to shape and develop nursing services, support colleagues, and improve patient outcomes across the practice population.

What You'll Be DoingClinical Care Deliver autonomous, patient-centred care-assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatmentManage minor illness and injury clinics, including treatment and onward referralsAdminister medications under Patient Group Directions (PGDs)Deliver vaccinations in line with the UK immunisation schedule and Force Health ProtectionLead vaccination programmes and clinics, ensuring safe stock control and staffingPerform clinical procedures such as: VenepunctureWound careECGsHealth screeningNew patient checks Promote health and wellbeing through lifestyle advice, including: Smoking cessationWeight managementSexual health & contraception Sexual Health Services Provide STI prevention advice and take sexual health historiesInitiate appropriate investigations and treatment pathwaysAdvise on contraceptive options, including emergency contraception Leadership & Team Support Act as deputy in the absence of the Senior NurseProvide clinical supervision and mentoring to nursing colleagues and healthcare staffSupport training and development for nurses, HCAs, and clinical support staffWork collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Quality & Service Improvement Contribute to audits, service development and innovationLead improvements in clinical documentation and standardsSupport implementation of new protocols and best practice guidelinesDrive continuous improvement across the nursing service Professional Development Maintain NMC registration and meet revalidation requirementsKeep up to date with clinical best practice and healthcare policyParticipate in training, appraisals and ongoing developmentChampion evidence-based practice Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure infection control standards are metMaintain safe working environmentsIdentify and manage risks within the practice Equality & Diversity Deliver inclusive, patient-centred careRespect dignity, beliefs and individual needsPromote equality in all aspects of care delivery What We're Looking For Registered Nurse with valid NMC registrationStrong experience in primary care or community nursingConfident in autonomous clinical decision-makingExperience in vaccination delivery and chronic disease managementLeadership or mentoring experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skills About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com SU .IML Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers.

We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!