Lead Nurse

Lead Nurse - Permanent Role

Location: Streatham High Practice, London SW16 2ST

Salary: Up to £48,000, depending on experience - Pro Rata

Hours: 30 per week

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

Medacs Healthcare is delighted to be partnering with Operose Health to recruit a Lead Nurse for their team at Streatham High Practice, London. This permanent, full-time position offers you the opportunity to make a genuine difference, to work closely with the regional nursing, operational and GP team members to ensure all targets are met in line with current guidelines and standards within national service frameworks. If successful, we will support you throughout compliance and onboarding, so you feel confident and ready to start your new role.

About You

You are a UK registered Lead Nurse with significant post-registration experience. You have extensive clinical experience in Primary Care Health settings and managing nursing teams, and a strong understanding of the Quality Outcomes Framework.

Key Responsibilities

• To work closely with the regional nursing, operational and GP team members to ensure all targets are met in line with current guidelines and standards within national service frameworks.
• You will be acting within your professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice. You will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process. You will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. In order to work at this level NMC requirement for advanced practice must be met.
• In addition to the responsibilities above the post holder will support the Regional Lead Nurse and act as a deputy as required to ensure a high level of quality and standards at all times. Will be involved with the implementation and monitoring of all clinical aspects by demonstrating clinical excellence in conjunction with the site clinical lead and assist with the implementation of any nursing / ACHP redesign and quality strategies to ensure a high quality nursing / AHCP team.

Requirements

Essential:

• First Level UK registered nurse / Registered AHCP with at least 2 years post qualified experience.
• Non-medical Prescriber.
• Demonstrates sound evidence of academic links.
• Extensive clinical experience in Primary Care Health settings and managing nursing teams.
• Understanding of the Lead Role.

What's on Offer

• Annual salary up to £48,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Support to gain independent prescribing qualification.
• One week paid CPD/study leave per year (pro rata), plus in-house CPD training tailored to your needs.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system.
• Opportunities for career development and specialisation within a large-scale primary care provider.
• Car benefit scheme, including electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services, including free yoga videos and a wellbeing app.

About Operose Health

Operose Health delivers local primary care at scale, supporting over 700,000 registered patients across 82 locations in 16 ICB areas. Their clinical model allows services to focus on local health needs while benefiting from regional and centralised support. Operose Health is dedicated to transforming communities, reducing health inequalities, and supporting the NHS with innovative solutions.

About Medacs Healthcare

Medacs Healthcare is a leading healthcare staffing agency with over 30 years' experience partnering with the NHS and private healthcare providers. Renowned for our commitment to healthcare professionals, we offer expert guidance, ongoing development, and a supportive working environment throughout every stage of their careers. Guided by our values, we are a trusted provider to both the NHS and the private sector.

How to Apply

Please apply online and attach your most recent CV, or email me on nicole.keogh@medacs.com

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Medacs Healthcare is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.