Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice

Practice Nurse

The closing date is 31 July 2025

Job summary

We are a modern, forward-thinking general practice operating across two well-established sites in Knebworth and South Stevenage, serving a diverse patient population in both suburban and semi-rural settings. We are looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate practice nurse to join our friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified and experienced practice nurse to deliver high-quality care across a broad range of essential services. These include cervical screening, childhood and adult immunisations, wound care, contraception advice, travel health, and infection prevention and control.

You will work closely with GPs, HCAs, and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure our patients receive safe, personalised care. We are proud to be a teaching and training practice, supporting GP registrars, medical students, nursing students, and other learners. We actively encourage professional development and continuous learning for all team members.

If youre looking to join a welcoming, progressive, and education-focused environment where your skills are valued and your growth is supported, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The practice nurse will deliver a broad range of evidence-based clinical services across both sites, working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities include cervical screening, wound care (including suture removal and dressings), contraception advice, childhood and adult immunisations, travel health advice, and supporting infection prevention and control procedures.

The role involves working autonomously within the scope of professional practice while adhering to clinical protocols and national guidance. The postholder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality care by maintaining accurate clinical records, using SystmOne templates and coding appropriately, and supporting the achievement of QOF, IIF, and local enhanced services where relevant.

The practice nurse will work collaboratively with GPs, HCAs, pharmacists, and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient care pathways and a responsive, patient-centred service. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain up-to-date clinical competencies and participate in ongoing professional development supported by the practice.

About us

Knebworth and Marymead Medical Practice is a well-established, two-site GP surgery delivering high-quality care to patients across suburban and semi-rural areas in Hertfordshire. We are a modern, forward-thinking training practice committed to providing patient-centred care, continuous improvement, and clinical excellence.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, advanced clinical practitioners, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, a clinical pharmacist, and a supportive administrative team. We value collaboration, kindness, and open communication, and we strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for both patients and staff.

We actively embrace digital tools and innovation to improve access and efficiency, while maintaining a strong focus on personalised, compassionate care. As a teaching and training practice, we host GP registrars, medical students, nursing students and other learners, and we are passionate about supporting the development of our team through protected learning time and continuing professional development.

Joining us means becoming part of a progressive, supportive, and well-organised practice that prioritises staff wellbeing, patient outcomes, and working together to meet the needs of our community.

Details

Date posted

02 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A5191-25-0006

Job locations

St Martins Road

Knebworth

Hertfordshire

SG3 6ER


Marymead Medical Practice

18 Spring Drive

Stevenage

Hertfordshire

SG2 8AZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Nurse Full-Time Position

Knebworth and Marymead Medical Practice

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Reporting To

GP Partners (Clinical) / Practice Manager (Operational)

Base

Knebworth and/or Marymead Surgery

1. Job Summary

The Practice Nurse will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients as part of the wider clinical team. The role encompasses a wide range of general practice nursing duties, supporting the delivery of essential services and health promotion. The postholder will contribute to the achievement of clinical targets, including those within QOF, local enhanced services, infection prevention and control standards, and other practice objectives.

2. Clinical Responsibilities

  • Act as the immunisation lead for the practice, ensuring safe and effective delivery of national and local vaccination programmes across all age groups

  • Undertake cervical screening and support well woman services

  • Provide contraception services including pill checks and depot injections

  • Deliver wound care, including suture and staple removal

  • Offer travel health advice and administer travel vaccinations

  • Conduct NHS Health Checks, immunisations, and health promotion interventions

  • Support the implementation and monitoring of QOF, IIF and local incentive schemes

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with practice policies

  • Chaperone patients and assist with minor procedures when required

  • Support infection prevention and control practices across the surgery

3. Professional Development and Governance

  • Maintain NMC registration and professional standards of practice

  • Participate in personal CPD and training activities to maintain clinical competence

  • Engage in clinical governance processes, including audits and reviews where required

  • Ensure care is delivered in line with clinical protocols, national guidance, and legal frameworks

  • Comply with CQC standards and the policies and procedures of the practice

Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Nurse Full-Time Position

Knebworth and Marymead Medical Practice

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Reporting To

GP Partners (Clinical) / Practice Manager (Operational)

Base

Knebworth and/or Marymead Surgery

1. Job Summary

The Practice Nurse will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients as part of the wider clinical team. The role encompasses a wide range of general practice nursing duties, supporting the delivery of essential services and health promotion. The postholder will contribute to the achievement of clinical targets, including those within QOF, local enhanced services, infection prevention and control standards, and other practice objectives.

2. Clinical Responsibilities

  • Act as the immunisation lead for the practice, ensuring safe and effective delivery of national and local vaccination programmes across all age groups

  • Undertake cervical screening and support well woman services

  • Provide contraception services including pill checks and depot injections

  • Deliver wound care, including suture and staple removal

  • Offer travel health advice and administer travel vaccinations

  • Conduct NHS Health Checks, immunisations, and health promotion interventions

  • Support the implementation and monitoring of QOF, IIF and local incentive schemes

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with practice policies

  • Chaperone patients and assist with minor procedures when required

  • Support infection prevention and control practices across the surgery

3. Professional Development and Governance

  • Maintain NMC registration and professional standards of practice

  • Participate in personal CPD and training activities to maintain clinical competence

  • Engage in clinical governance processes, including audits and reviews where required

  • Ensure care is delivered in line with clinical protocols, national guidance, and legal frameworks

  • Comply with CQC standards and the policies and procedures of the practice

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
  • Experience of working as a Practice Nurse in a primary care environment.
  • Experience in cervical screening, contraception, wound care, and immunisations.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Experience leading or supervising a nursing team.
  • Understanding of QOF, IIF and clinical governance.
  • Proficient in use of clinical systems (SystmOne preferred).

Desirable

  • Independent prescribing qualification.
  • Postgraduate qualification in chronic disease management or leadership.
  • Training in travel health and smoking cessation.
  • Experience managing chronic disease clinics (e.g. asthma, diabetes, COPD).
  • Experience in quality improvement and audit.
  • Knowledge of public health priorities and local health services.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
  • Experience of working as a Practice Nurse in a primary care environment.
  • Experience in cervical screening, contraception, wound care, and immunisations.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Experience leading or supervising a nursing team.
  • Understanding of QOF, IIF and clinical governance.
  • Proficient in use of clinical systems (SystmOne preferred).

Desirable

  • Independent prescribing qualification.
  • Postgraduate qualification in chronic disease management or leadership.
  • Training in travel health and smoking cessation.
  • Experience managing chronic disease clinics (e.g. asthma, diabetes, COPD).
  • Experience in quality improvement and audit.
  • Knowledge of public health priorities and local health services.

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

Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice

Address

St Martins Road

Knebworth

Hertfordshire

SG3 6ER


Employer's website

https://www.knebworthandmarymeaddrs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice

Address

St Martins Road

Knebworth

Hertfordshire

SG3 6ER


Employer's website

https://www.knebworthandmarymeaddrs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

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Details

Date posted

02 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A5191-25-0006

Job locations

St Martins Road

Knebworth

Hertfordshire

SG3 6ER


Marymead Medical Practice

18 Spring Drive

Stevenage

Hertfordshire

SG2 8AZ


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