Practice Nurse

Job Description

Hook Surgery is seeking a registered Practice Nurse to provide high-quality clinical care in a general practice setting. Responsibilities may include chronic disease management, health checks, immunisations, cervical screening, wound care, treatment-room procedures, patient education and supporting preventative healthcare. Candidates should hold current UK Nursing and Midwifery Council registration, relevant primary-care experience and appropriate clinical competencies. The role requires excellent communication, sound clinical judgement, accurate record keeping and a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and infection control. The successful applicant is expected to work collaboratively with GPs and the wider practice team, manage appointments effectively and maintain continuing professional development in line with current guidance.

Company Info

Hook Surgery is a general medical practice serving patients in Hook and the surrounding Hampshire community. Like many UK GP surgeries, it provides primary-care services such as consultations, health assessments, chronic disease monitoring, immunisations, preventive care and referrals to specialist services. The practice operates through a multidisciplinary team that may include GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, administrative staff and visiting clinicians. Its work focuses on accessible, safe and patient-centred care, while supporting long-term wellbeing and early intervention. Practice nurses are an important part of the service, combining clinical treatment with education and proactive management of conditions such as diabetes, asthma and cardiovascular disease. Employment terms, working patterns and benefits should be confirmed directly with the surgery because they can vary by vacancy and experience.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities for nurses across the NHS, GP practices, care providers and private healthcare. Its culture is diverse and generally values professionalism, punctuality, privacy and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to quieter towns and rural communities; Hook benefits from access to Hampshire countryside and transport links toward London. Living costs are highest in London and the southeast, while salaries, housing and commuting costs differ widely by region. Nurses normally need active Nursing and Midwifery Council registration, evidence of qualifications and English-language proficiency. Overseas applicants may require a Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa, usually with an eligible sponsoring employer; sponsorship is not guaranteed for every GP-practice vacancy. Candidates should check registration, visa eligibility, DBS, health screening and relocation costs before accepting an offer. The NHS and professional bodies provide guidance for international recruitment and adaptation.