Job summary
Thank you for your interest in our vacancy for a Practice Nurse with a 12-month fixed term maternity cover contract with the potential for a permanent role.

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic person to join our innovative multi-disciplinary team based in York's newest purpose-built primary care facility.

As the successful candidate, you will be a key part of our two Partner practice and will work alongside a growing team.

You will be responsible for delivering healthcare to people who live and work in York, as well as staff and students at the University of York.

Unity Health currently operates two surgeries to the South and East of York, close to excellent local amenities. We are a consistently high QOF achiever, a supportive member of the Humber & North Yorkshire ICB and an active member of the Student Health Association (SHA).

A practice profile and job description can be emailed to you by request, in which we hope give you an insight into our work in the beautiful cathedral city of York. If, after reading these documents, you would like to apply for this vacancy, you should submit the attached application form.

Applications should be returned by email to laura.harrison16@nhs.net

We will contact all applicants shortlisted by email.

Yours faithfully

I would like to thank you again for your interest and look forward to receiving your completed application.

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide a range of Practice Nurse services according to their experience, qualifications and competencies.

Duties may include:

• Cervical screening
• Childhood and adult immunisations
• Long-term condition reviews and management
• Wound care and dressings
• Health promotion and preventative care
• Contraception and sexual health services, where appropriately trained
• Supporting vaccination and immunisation programmes
• Providing patient education and lifestyle advice
• Maintaining accurate clinical records
• Working closely with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team

About us
Unity Health is a GP practice based in York, providing primary care services to a diverse patient population.

You will be joining an established clinical and operational team, with the opportunity to contribute to the continuing development of our nursing services.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Registered with the NMC
• Experienced in general practice or a relevant primary care setting
• Friendly, professional and patient-focused
• Able to work independently within their competencies while also contributing effectively to the wider team
• Organised and confident working within a busy general practice environment
• Committed to professional development and maintaining clinical competencies

Practice ethos
The Practice is stable, led by a strong Partnership supported by a loyal team of staff. We offer a full range of services, with the provision of high-quality care and enhanced patient experience being at the heart focus of our Practice Development Plan.

Key Details
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Fixed term, 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference: A4504-26-0003
Closing date: 30 November 2026

Essential qualifications

• NMC registered nurse
• IT literate

Desirable experience and qualifications

• Practice nurse experience
• Understanding of chronic disease management including asthma, COPD and diabetes
• Cervical screening sample taker
• Spirometry

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Apply through our website for the full job description, practice profile and application form.