Job Description
Practice Nurse – GP Surgery (London E13)
Permanent | Part-time | Competitive Salary
Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays – 09:30 – 1800
A modern, high-performing GP practice in London E13 is seeking a skilled and motivated Practice Nurse to join its well-established clinical team.
The surgery is known for its outstanding patient access, innovative digital systems, and strong team culture. With a highly advanced technological infrastructure and a reputation for exceptional patient outcomes, the practice delivers same-day resolutions for over 90% of clinical enquiries and ensures no patient waits longer than two days for an appointment—placing it among the top practices in London for access.
Located within a modern health centre shared with a 24-hour GP Out-of-Hours cooperative, the practice benefits from excellent facilities, including 11 clinical rooms, a dedicated nurse’s room, and a spacious reception area. As a family-run, two-partner surgery, it offers a warm, supportive environment where staff consistently report high levels of job satisfaction.
The clinical team includes GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Physician Associates, a First Contact Physiotherapist, and a strong nursing and administrative team. Due to growth and service development, the practice is now looking for a Practice Nurse to help maintain and enhance high-quality standards—particularly in areas such as immunisations, cervical screening, vaccine storage, and chronic disease monitoring.
Role Summary
The Practice Nurse will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care across treatment room duties, health promotion, screening, chronic disease management, and clinical support. All care is expected to align with NMC standards, practice protocols, and national clinical guidelines.
General Clinical Duties
Treatment Room
* Warfarin monitoring (new starts)
* Wound care, dressings, suture/clip removal
* Venepuncture, blood tests, ECGs
Screening & Health Checks
* BP checks, urinalysis, BMI, smoking status
* Cervical cytology (if qualified)
Health Promotion
* Provide lifestyle advice on weight, CHD risk, diabetes, smoking cessation, and exercise.
Infection Control
* Adhere to all infection control procedures.
* Safe handling of specimens, waste, and decontamination processes.
Emergency Care
* Maintain competence in basic life support and anaphylaxis management.
Women’s Health
* Support cervical screening and mammography pathways.
* Provide breast awareness guidance.
Clinical Leadership
* Participate in audits and quality improvement.
* Support colleagues, including mentoring of junior or unqualified staff.
Person Specification
Essential
* Registered Nurse (NMC)
* Minimum 2 years post-registration experience
* Evidence of post-registration study relevant to primary care
* Understanding of current nursing and NHS priorities
* Strong IT competency
* Basic or advanced life support training
* Audit understanding
Desirable
* Qualifications in chronic disease management
* Mentorship qualification
* Understanding of General Practice Nursing workforce development
Other Requirements
* Ability to work core practice hours and provide cover where necessary.