# Practice Nurse

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Abernethy House Surgery.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Abernethy House Surgery
- **Location:** 70 Silver Street, Enfield, Middlesex, EN1 3EB, United Kingdom
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Practice nurse
- **Salary:** Negotiable
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Part-time
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-14T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-08-24T14:14:46.703Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A2925-26-0006
- **Application URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/application/A2925-26-0006/pre-application-questions-pause?referrer=jobadvert&ref=A2925-26-0006
- **Employer website:** https://abernethyhouse.co.uk/

## Job Content

### 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).

## Person Specification

### Experience

**Essential**

- Minimum 2 years post-registration nursing experience.
- Previous experience working in a GP Practice or Primary Care setting.
- Experience managing long-term conditions.
- Experience delivering immunisation programmes.
- Experience undertaking wound care and chronic disease management.

**Desirable**

- Experience using EMIS Web.
- Experience participating in clinical audits.
- Experience of QOF and enhanced services delivery.

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Registered General Nurse (RGN/RN).
- Current NMC registration.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Relevant immunisation and vaccination training.
- Cervical smear training.

**Desirable**

- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- Long-term condition management qualifications.
- Mentorship or teaching qualification.
- Performing Microsuction.

### Personal Attributes

**Essential**

- We are particularly looking for someone who is:
- Forward-thinking and committed to innovation in primary care.
- Proactive and able to identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes.
- Caring and compassionate with a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.
- Reliable and professional with a strong sense of accountability.
- Enthusiastic and motivated with a positive attitude.
- Flexible and adaptable in a changing healthcare environment.
- A supportive team player who contributes positively to workplace culture.
- Committed to continuous learning and personal development.
- Able to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills.

### Knowledge and Skills

**Essential**

- Excellent clinical assessment skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Good IT and clinical record-keeping skills.
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

**Desirable**

- Knowledge of current NHS primary care developments.
- Experience of leading clinics independently.
- Understanding of population health and preventative healthcare initiatives.

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