Western FSU supporting the Derry and Southwest Federations

General Practice Nurse Trainee Ref: GPNTSW0226 The GP Federation is a collective group of GP Practices across a set geographical area with a common desire to work together at scale, sharing responsibility for the development and delivery of high-quality patient-focused services, closer to home for their local population. This General Practice nurse (GPN) post is a permanent position, which requires the applicant to complete a 1-year training programme. They will undertake a Postgraduate/Advanced Certificate in General Practice Nursing delivered by Ulster University. On successful completion of training, GPNs will continue to work in GP Practices within the employing Federation's geographical area. This role provides a unique opportunity for qualified nurses who wish to pursue a career as a General Practice Nurse and to undertake a period of further training and development based in a GP Surgery within the relevant GP Federation. The Trainee will work over a 5-day working week, between Monday and Friday, with one day per week normally used for training when participating in Training and Education programmes. LOCATION: Designated GP Practice(s) in employing Federation area- Carrickmore/Drum Quinn area SALARY: Initially £29,970 - £36,483 (Band 5 equivalent), rising to £37,338 - £44,962 Band 6 equivalent) on successful completion of the GPN training programme. HOURS: 37.5 Hrs CLOSING DATE: 13 th noon BENEFITS: Accruing annual leave up to 29 days pro rata and Statutory Sick Pay depending on hours worked.