Transforming Roles paper 6: role of the general practice nurse 2025

Background

The first iteration of Transforming Roles Paper 6^[1], published in 2018, was part of a wider series of papers with associated governance in place. The original paper introduced the purpose of the Transforming Roles Programme, as well as stating that it would define the refocused General Practice Nurse (GPN) role.

Since the initial publication, the GPN role has changed due to multiple factors and an agreed review and refresh would be advantageous to support the future workforce and reflect changes in health and social care policy, as well as Ministerial commitments.

This new paper should be read in conjunction with:

• NHS Education for Scotland (NES) GPN Knowledge and Skills Framework, detailing the knowledge and skills across Levels 5-8 of working for GPNs.
• Transforming Roles Paper 6 – Role of the General Practice Nurse – 2024: Associated Document for GPs and General Practice Managers, to ensure that the implementation of this refreshed document is successful.