The Independent Nurse

22/10/2025

Over the past three years, The Independent Nurse has grown from a single room and a single nurse to a small, dedicated team serving thousands of patients across Bristol.

We have seen chronic wounds heal after years of pain, and we have supported people who had lost hope in their recovery. Our mission has always been to bring compassionate, person-centred care to those who need it most, and to do so with integrity, warmth and excellence.

This year has brought incredible growth but also some difficult financial challenges. To keep our doors open and continue serving our community, we have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help us rebuild and move forward with strength.

Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us to continue doing what we love, providing high-quality, compassionate care and giving people a place where they are truly seen and cared for.

If you believe in what we do, please consider supporting or sharing our page.

https://gofund.me/9f198b3d5

Thank you to every patient, colleague and supporter who has helped us get this far. Your encouragement and trust mean everything. 💙

18/09/2025

New Comprehensive Memory Test offered through Advance Tests and facilitated by our clinic.

The test is currently available in one clinic in Southmead

21/08/2025

This is a new private GP practice in Bristol that offers a really great service and is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). For anyone wanting to proactively manage their health and have continuity of care, we would highly recommend it.

11/03/2025

It means so much to hear feedback like this! 💙 Providing accessible, professional, and compassionate care is at the heart of what I do. Thank you for your trust and for spreading the word!

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I first found Lisa, The Independent Nurse, by google search last year when my NHS Drs practice ...

05/03/2025

🩸 Phlebotomy Prep for Student Nurses! 💉
Learning phlebotomy as a student nurse can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right mindset and practice, you’ll gain confidence in no time! Here are some key tips that have helped me succeed:
✅ Know Your Anatomy – Understanding veins (like the median cubital, cephalic, and basilic) is crucial for a successful draw. The vein you choose should feel springy, round, and full.
✅ Perfect Your Technique – A steady hand and smooth motion make all the difference. Position the needle as if an airplane is landing—this helps prevent piercing through the vein.
✅ Patient Comfort Matters – Communicate, reassure, and be gentle. Your approach can significantly reduce patient anxiety.
✅ Follow Safety & Infection Control – Always wear gloves, dispose of sharps properly, and follow your facility’s protocols to ensure safety for both you and your patients.
✅ Practice, Practice, Practice! – The more hands-on experience you get, the more confident and skilled you’ll become.
Phlebotomy is a vital skill that will serve you throughout your nursing career. Keep learning, stay patient, and trust the process!

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05/03/2025

Future nurse & budding designer! 🩺✨
Giving the clinic a fresh look with new posters—because healthcare deserves a touch of creativity too! 💙

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03/03/2025

Meet Libby, our amazing 3rd-year student nurse on her final placement with us! ✨ Here she is with one of our lovely patients, working together to promote better wound healing and patient-centered care. 💙

This week, Libby is taking over our social media to share insights into life as a student nurse, the importance of expert wound care, and what it’s like to train with our private nursing team. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes updates and real-life nursing moments!

Drop a comment to wish her luck on her journey to becoming a registered nurse! 👩‍⚕️🎉 "

07/06/2024

This morning in the clinic we have been busy washing and dressing lower limb wounds 🩹

Our patient has suffered from a dermatological condition for 2 years without making progress. Following an initial consultation without our wound care specialist nurses, we were able to correctly assess the cause of the wound and liaise with the Patient's GP to ensure a correct referral was made to the right department. One week later our Patient has seen the specialist, has an accurate, diagnosis and treatment plan and is much more comfortable. 😁

If you have a non-healing wound and feel like you're getting nowhere, why not book in to see our nurses for an assessment and see if we can get your wound healing!

31/05/2024

At the Independent Nurse we are CQC regulated ⭐️

All healthcare providers in the UK must be registered with the CQC to be able to provide healthcare. 🩺💊💉

We work hard to ensure we are working to the gold standard of care as our benchmark of practice. 🏅

This means you can be sure that all our processes, procedures and treatments are safe for you to receive, given in line with best practice and follow strict protocols. ✅

We have seen a rise of unregistered practitioners offering treatments without being registered with CQC. These include vitamin Injections, IV Infusions and blood tests. 😱

For your own safety please ensure you only receive health treatments from CQC registered professionals.

At The Independent Nurse we offer a range of health and wellness treatments and procedures. Check out our website to see if we can support you today.

Private nurse providing treatments in your home and in clinic including ear wax removal. Wound care, Blood tests, B12 and more. CQC regulated and fully insured.

07/12/2023

We have our first coffee morning tomorrow and we are so excited.

Who is it for? Anyone who could do with getting out the house, seeing some friendly faces and wants to come. You don't have to be one of our patients. This is a passion project.

What is it for? Just a way to do something in our community. We love to meet people and build connections.

You are welcome. We also have built up some relations with mental health services in Bristol so we can signpost, but that is just an extra and you are welcome if you want support or if you are great!

Book on so we know to welcome you. See you tomorrow :)

Throughout our interactions with patients we have seen there are large groups of people who due to a variety of circumstances can spend a lot of time at home with little interaction. At appointments we often engage in conversation and get to hear how incredible you all are. We talk long past our sch...

22/11/2023

We are hosting a weekly coffee morning from the 8th December at the Greenway Centre Cafe! We have partnered with a variety of mental health services in Bristol to provide signposting, referrals and support from the coffee morning. So if you are just looking to socialise or you want to take a step to plug into services to support your mental health, book in and come enjoy a coffee and a chat!

Throughout our interactions with patients we have seen there are large groups of people who due to a variety of circumstances can spend a lot of time at home with little interaction. At appointments we often engage in conversation and get to hear how incredible you all are. We talk long past our sch...

19/11/2023

We have just introduced gift cards! Now you can give the gift of high quality healthcare. Follow the link: https://theindependentnurse.com/gift-cards