Priory
Physical Healthcare Nurse
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Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
Department: Nursing
Location: Priory Hospital Dewsbury
Compensation: £19,607 / year
Description
Hospital/Site and ward information if applicable
£19,606.76 per annum
Part Time - 21 hours per week
Priory Hospital Dewsbury has an opportunity for a Physical Healthcare Nurse to join the team. This is a part-time role of 21 hours per week.
Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides level 2 rehabilitation services divided into two wards. Care is for male patients who have mental health disorders and increasing physical health needs. We also offer neuropsychiatry support, support for older people and dementia, community-focused rehabilitation, and support for severe and enduring mental health.
Although Dewsbury is not a 24/7 acute hospital, we are well-placed to provide support to acute patients within our dementia services, for those who require an alternative setting to an acute psychiatric ward. Admissions can also take place due to other placement breakdowns (either from their home or other care environment), or step-downs from prison settings.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalized approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
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- Lead on physical healthcare, ensuring patients receive appropriate assessments, care plans, and ongoing support.
- Provide clinical advice and training to nursing staff on areas including diabetes, hypertension, COPD, wound care, and physical observations.
- Lead Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) audits, reporting, and outbreak management across the site.
- Deliver physical healthcare interventions including ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, and health screening.
- Liaise with GPs and primary care services to coordinate patients’ ongoing physical healthcare needs.
- Support health promotion, smoking cessation, and public health initiatives across the hospital.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure equipment and clinical areas meet required standards.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Essential for the role
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active NMC registration and completed preceptorship.
- Minimum 2 years’ post-registration experience.
- Strong knowledge of physical healthcare and ability to assess, plan, and evaluate patient care.
- Excellent communication and clinical documentation skills.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and high-quality patient care.
The following experience would be beneficial
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- Experience working within a physical healthcare environment.
- Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or COPD.
- Experience in wound care, ECGs, and phlebotomy.
- Experience or knowledge of Infection Prevention & Control.
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification would be desirable.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day of annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones), and private healthcare
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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