Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our welcoming team.
You will provide a full range of primary care nursing services, focusing on child immunisations, cervical screening, and wound care. The role offers genuine autonomy and flexibility, with the support of approachable GPs and an experienced clinical and administrative team.
This post would suit a nurse who enjoys working with a degree of independence, values work-life balance, and takes pride in building lasting relationships with patients.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver childhood and adult immunisations
- Undertake cervical cytology (smears)
- Provide wound care and dressings
- Manage and review long-term conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
- Offer contraceptive and sexual health advice
- Provide travel health advice and vaccinations
- Contribute to QOF targets, audits, and practice improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold the highest standards of infection control and patient safety
About Us
We are a supportive and well-organised GP surgery serving a list size of approximately
4,250 patients. Rated
Good by the CQC, our practice prides itself on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Our close-knit team includes GPs, Healthcare Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Diabetic Specialist Pharmacist, Physiotherapist, Senior pharmacists, and administrative support, all working collaboratively in a positive and forward-thinking environment.
- What We Offer:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- NHS Pension Scheme
- CPD support and funded training opportunities
- Flexible hours to support your work-life balance
- A small, friendly, and well-organised working environment where your ideas are valued
Details
Date posted
30 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5497-25-0006
Job locations
South West Herts Health Centre
Oxhey Drive
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD19 7SF
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.
Perform venepuncture and electrocardiography.
Undertake wound care/ management/dressing techniques.
Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness.
Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, e.g., burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks.
Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques.
Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC.
Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures.
Promote your own continuing professional development.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Completing all mandatory training modules as specified by the Practice.Promote your own continuing professional development.
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.
Perform venepuncture and electrocardiography.
Undertake wound care/ management/dressing techniques.
Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness.
Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, e.g., burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks.
Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques.
Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain periodic professional registration with RCN & NMC.
Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures.
Promote your own continuing professional development.
Participate in an annual appraisal.
Completing all mandatory training modules as specified by the Practice.Promote your own continuing professional development.
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Experience in primary care or community nursing
- Competent in using clinical IT systems (ideally EMIS Web)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently while being a positive, supportive team member
- Commitment to patient-centred care and ongoing professional development
Desirable
- IT skills and knowledge of EMIS
- Training in cervical cytology and immunisations
- Experience in travel health
Person Specification
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Experience in primary care or community nursing
- Competent in using clinical IT systems (ideally EMIS Web)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently while being a positive, supportive team member
- Commitment to patient-centred care and ongoing professional development
Desirable
- IT skills and knowledge of EMIS
- Training in cervical cytology and immunisations
- Experience in travel health
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Oxhey Surgery
Address
South West Herts Health Centre
Oxhey Drive
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD19 7SF
Employer's website
https://www.southoxheysurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Oxhey Surgery
Address
South West Herts Health Centre
Oxhey Drive
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD19 7SF
Employer's website
https://www.southoxheysurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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