Practice Nurse

K & W Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

K & W Healthcare is seeking a Practice Nurse to deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care across its network of GP practices in Brent. The role focuses on long-term condition management, vaccination, health checks, and patient education, with a commitment to equity of access and outcomes for a population of over 200,000 residents.

Working across 27 GP practices, you will provide clinical leadership, mentorship to Nursing Associates and Healthcare Support Workers, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
• Post-registration qualifications in long-term condition management or public health.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in line with NMC standards and K&W Healthcare protocols.
• Manage and review patients with long-term conditions (diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, CVD).
• Undertake clinical procedures such as immunisations, cervical cytology, wound care, ECGs, phlebotomy, and health checks.

Skills

NMC registered nurse

Education

Post-registration qualifications in long-term condition management or public health

Job description

Job Title: Practice Nurse

Reports to: Lead Nurse / Clinical Director / PCN Manager

Hours: 30 hours per week

Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Job Description

Responsible for: Supporting the delivery of high-quality nursing care across K&W Healthcare’s network of practices; supervision and mentorship of Nursing Associates, Student Nurses, and Health Care Support Workers.

Job Purpose

The Practice Nurse will play a pivotal role in delivering safe, evidence-based, and patient-centred care across K&W Healthcare’s network of 27 GP practices within the Brent PCNs. The postholder will manage and support patients with long-term conditions, deliver proactive health promotion, and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical services. The role requires working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure equitable access and high-quality outcomes for a patient population of over 200,000 residents in Brent.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care & Service Delivery


• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care in line with NMC standards and K&W Healthcare protocols.


• Manage and review patients with long-term conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, cardiovascular disease).


• Undertake a range of clinical procedures such as immunisations, cervical cytology, wound care, ECGs, phlebotomy, and health checks.


• Support chronic disease management, including recall systems and audits.


• Promote health education, self-management, and wellbeing among patients.


• Support the development and delivery of population health initiatives and proactive care models.


• Leadership & Mentorship


• Provide guidance, supervision, and mentorship to Student Nursing Associates, Nursing Associates, and Health Care Support Workers.


• Contribute to the induction and professional development of nursing staff across the PCN.


• Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and professionalism.


• Participate in quality improvement projects and service development across practices.


• Teamwork & Collaboration


• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams including GPs, pharmacists, social prescribers, care coordinators, and allied health professionals.


• Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and case reviews to improve patient outcomes.


• Support seamless care transitions between primary, community, and secondary services.


• Governance & Professional Standards


• Ensure practice complies with NMC code of conduct, safeguarding policies, infection control, and CQC standards.


• Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with K&W Healthcare policies and GDPR.


• Participate in audits, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to maintain high standards of care.


• Ensure safe medicines management, infection prevention, and vaccination standards are upheld.


• Travel & Multi-Site Working


• Work flexibly across practices within the K&W Healthcare network as required.


• Support practices with service delivery, training, and clinical capacity as directed by the Lead Nurse or PCN management.


• Professional Development


• Maintain professional registration and participate in revalidation.


• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) and reflective learning.


• Participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.


• Support and contribute to training programmes for future nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.


• Post-registration qualifications in long-term condition management or public health (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, cardiovascular care).


• Demonstrable experience in general practice or primary care nursing.


• Evidence of ongoing CPD and reflective learning.

Desirable

• Independent prescribing qualification (V300) or working towards.


• Mentorship or teaching qualification.


• Leadership experience in clinical quality improvement or practice development.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, patient-focused, and professional.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


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


• Flexible and adaptable, able to work across multiple practice sites.


• Committed to personal and professional development.