Job overview

The postholder will work as a New to Primary Care Nurse within the Primary Care Network (PCN) ensuring an efficient and effective service for patients. The post holder will be part of a multi-disciplinary team within the PCN, delivering high-quality care and supporting the PCN in meeting objectives set out in the 2025/26 Network Contract Directed Enhanced Service (DES). This role is suitable for an experienced Registered Nurse, with a speciality in wound care, entering general practice from secondary care or community. 

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery and coordination of a PCN-wide wound care service, ensuring consistent, evidence-based care across the network and reducing unwarranted variation in practice. The role aligns with supporting key priorities including proactive care, personalised care, and improved management of long-term conditions. This is an ideal opportunity for a nurse seeking to build a career in general practice.

Main duties of the job

Lead on PCN Wound Care Service:

·     Deliver and coordinate the PCN wound care service, working across practices and with community partners.

·      Provide expert wound assessment, treatment planning, and reviews using evidence-based practice.

·         Support consistent documentation and use of standardised wound care pathways and formularies across the PCN.

·         Act as a point of contact for wound care advice for other clinicians within the PCN, escalating complex cases appropriately.

·         Contribute to service audits, quality improvement, and data reporting related to wound management outcomes.

 Other responsibilities:

• Provide fundamental nurse-led care to communities across the PCN
• Undertake early detection, prevention and management of cardiovascular disease and other long term conditions
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities
• Work within an MDT, supporting integrated care and personalised approaches to patient management
• Promote preventative care and support patients in self-management through personalised care planning.
• Participate in multi-agency and multi-disciplinary team meetings related to wound care and general nursing.
• Actively participate in clinical, practice and PCN meetings

Working for our organisation

Primary Care Doncaster (PCD) Ltd is developing a wide range of services to support general practice across the city and is looking at innovative ways to develop its workforce, due to interest by a significant number of GP practices and Networks within the city.

At PCD and within the GP practices and Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and the creativity that thrives when people work together in person. Each Network has a range of offices and work locations designed to foster innovation, teamwork, and a vibrant work culture where you can grow your career and make a real impact.

As a PCD employee you will have access to the generous NHS Pension Scheme and 27 annual leave days per year.

PCD are an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.