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Location
Enfield, England
Salary
Negotiable
Profession
Practice nurse
Deadline
14 Sep 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
24 Aug 2026
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Job requirements

Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.

Essential

27 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Experience

    Minimum 2 years post-registration nursing experience.

  • Experience

    Previous experience working in a GP Practice or Primary Care setting.

  • Experience

    Experience managing long-term conditions.

  • Experience

    Experience delivering immunisation programmes.

  • Experience

    Experience undertaking wound care and chronic disease management.

  • Qualifications

    Registered General Nurse (RGN/RN).

  • Qualifications

    Current NMC registration.

  • Qualifications

    Evidence of ongoing professional development.

  • Qualifications

    Relevant immunisation and vaccination training.

  • Qualifications

    Cervical smear training.

  • Personal Attributes

    We are particularly looking for someone who is:

  • Personal Attributes

    Forward-thinking and committed to innovation in primary care.

  • Personal Attributes

    Proactive and able to identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes.

  • Personal Attributes

    Caring and compassionate with a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.

  • Personal Attributes

    Reliable and professional with a strong sense of accountability.

  • Personal Attributes

    Enthusiastic and motivated with a positive attitude.

  • Personal Attributes

    Flexible and adaptable in a changing healthcare environment.

  • Personal Attributes

    A supportive team player who contributes positively to workplace culture.

  • Personal Attributes

    Committed to continuous learning and personal development.

  • Personal Attributes

    Able to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Excellent clinical assessment skills.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Ability to prioritise workload effectively.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Good IT and clinical record-keeping skills.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Understanding of safeguarding procedures.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Knowledge of infection prevention and control.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

10 listed

Additional qualities the employer would prefer.

  • Experience

    Experience using EMIS Web.

  • Experience

    Experience participating in clinical audits.

  • Experience

    Experience of QOF and enhanced services delivery.

  • Qualifications

    Independent Prescriber qualification.

  • Qualifications

    Long-term condition management qualifications.

  • Qualifications

    Mentorship or teaching qualification.

  • Qualifications

    Performing Microsuction.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Knowledge of current NHS primary care developments.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Experience of leading clinics independently.

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Understanding of population health and preventative healthcare initiatives.

Job summary

Abernethy House Surgery is a friendly, welcoming and forward-thinking GP Practice located in the heart of Enfield. We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and caring Practice Nurse to join our dedicated clinical team on a part-time basis for 18 - 20 hours/ week on three days.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and reliable nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and making a positive difference within the community. As an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, you will use your clinical expertise to provide a comprehensive range of nursing services while contributing to the continued development of our innovative primary care services.

Whether you are looking to further develop your skills or take the next step in your primary care career, we would love to hear from you

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of clinical services, including but not limited to:

  • Childhood immunisations and vaccinations
  • Adult vaccination programmes
  • Cervical screening
  • Long-term condition management
  • NHS Health Checks
  • Contraception services
  • Wound care and management
  • Health promotion and patient education

About us

At Abernethy House Surgery, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. We are a progressive and patient-focused practice serving approximately 12,000 patients from modern, purpose-built premises.

We believe that investing in our staff is key to providing exceptional patient care. We actively support professional development, encourage new ideas, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you are an enthusiastic nurse looking to join a friendly and experienced team where your contribution will be recognised and appreciated, we would be delighted to receive your application

Details

  • Date posted: 24 August 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: Depending on experience NHS Pension
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Part-time
  • Reference number: A2925-26-0006
  • Job locations: 70 Silver Street, Enfield, Middlesex, EN1 3EB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

The Practice Nurse will:

  • Provide holistic nursing care to patients within their scope of practice.
  • Deliver childhood and adult immunisation programmes.
  • Undertake cervical cytology screening.
  • Carry out NHS Health Checks.
  • Manage patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension.
  • Perform wound care, dressings and leg ulcer management.
  • Provide contraception and sexual health advice where appropriately trained.
  • Administer medicines and vaccinations in accordance with PGDs and practice protocols.
  • Conduct health promotion and lifestyle advice clinics.
  • Undertake screening and preventative healthcare programmes.
  • Assist in infection prevention and control activities.
  • Provide support with minor surgery procedures where required.
  • Recognise, assess and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
  • Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.
  • Develop positive therapeutic relationships with patients and carers.
  • Promote independence and self-management of long-term conditions.
  • Maintain patient dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
  • Advocate for patients and support shared decision-making.
  • Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using EMIS Web.
  • Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects.
  • Ensure coding and documentation are completed appropriately.
  • Contribute to achieving QOF and enhanced service targets.
  • Participate in practice meetings and clinical governance activities.
  • Maintain NMC registration and professional standards.
  • Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development.
  • Keep up to date with current evidence-based practice and national guidelines.
  • Work within practice policies, procedures and professional codes of conduct.
  • Actively contribute to service development and innovation within the practice.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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