Job summary
A fantastic and exiting opportunity has arisen within Norton Canes Practice for a committed, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join the team.
As a General Practice Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will work as part of a clinical team, with GPs, Mental Health Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Pharmacists, Physiotherapists and Healthcare Assistants across the practice and within our PCN. The post holder will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to the patients of Norton Canes Practice by diagnosing and prescribing treatments and medication while working within defined procedures and protocols as laid down by the GPs.
Reportable clinically to GP
Reportable administrativly to Practice Manager
Main duties of the job
To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive healthcare services. This includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting health promotion and prevention initiatives.
Working as part of the on the day acute care team managing presentations of acute illness with support of the duty GP.
Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care and treatment for a wide range of conditions within your knowledge.
Actively engage with patients to promote healthy lifestyles, and facilitate referrals to community and specialist services
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care within defined healthcare pathways.
Support the Practices administrative workload, and contribute to clinical audits, risk assessments, and service evaluations.
About us
Our Practice consists of 1 GP Partner, 1 Practice Nurse, 1 Healthcare Assistant, 4 Receptionists and 1 Practice Manager. We also have the benefit of a Social Prescriber, a First Contact Physiotherapist, Dietician, Mental Health Practitioner Team and Pharmacy Team.
You would be entitled to join the NHS Pension Scheme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive healthcare services. This includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting health promotion and prevention initiatives.
Working as part of the on the day acute care team managing presentations of acute illness with support of the GP.
Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care and treatment for a wide range of conditions within your knowledge.
Actively engage with patients to promote healthy lifestyles, and facilitate referrals to community and specialist services
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care within defined healthcare pathways.
Support the Practices administrative workload, and contribute to clinical audits, risk assessments, and service evaluations.
Complete regular nursing procedures such as blood tests, cervical screening, baby immunisations, B12, dressings, contraception, urinalysis, BP etc.
Ensure accurate documentation on patient records and accurate diagnosis/prescribing.
Restocking clinical area's on a regular basis.
Complying with Infection Control Regulations at all times.
Attend Practice Meetings.
Ensure training and competency framework is always up to date.
Complete audits as requested by the GP/Practice Manager.
Ensure NICE guidance is followed at all times.
Be aware and up to date with any General Practice changes.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive healthcare services. This includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting health promotion and prevention initiatives.
Working as part of the on the day acute care team managing presentations of acute illness with support of the GP.
Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care and treatment for a wide range of conditions within your knowledge.
Actively engage with patients to promote healthy lifestyles, and facilitate referrals to community and specialist services
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care within defined healthcare pathways.
Support the Practices administrative workload, and contribute to clinical audits, risk assessments, and service evaluations.
Complete regular nursing procedures such as blood tests, cervical screening, baby immunisations, B12, dressings, contraception, urinalysis, BP etc.
Ensure accurate documentation on patient records and accurate diagnosis/prescribing.
Restocking clinical area's on a regular basis.
Complying with Infection Control Regulations at all times.
Attend Practice Meetings.
Ensure training and competency framework is always up to date.
Complete audits as requested by the GP/Practice Manager.
Ensure NICE guidance is followed at all times.
Be aware and up to date with any General Practice changes.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Clear Communicator with Clinical and Non clinical staff
- Working within own capabilities
- Working autonomously in an advanced nursing role
- Minimum of 1 years experience in General Practice
- Able to use EMIS
- Able to use DOCMAN
Desirable
- Experience of regular auditing
- Nurse led triage
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant nursing/health degree
- Independent prescribing qualification
- 1 years experience in General Practice
- Long term conditions qualification
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC.
- L7 Minor illness and/or advanced history taking module
- Commitment to completing advanced qualifications
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Clear Communicator with Clinical and Non clinical staff
- Working within own capabilities
- Working autonomously in an advanced nursing role
- Minimum of 1 years experience in General Practice
- Able to use EMIS
- Able to use DOCMAN
Desirable
- Experience of regular auditing
- Nurse led triage
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant nursing/health degree
- Independent prescribing qualification
- 1 years experience in General Practice
- Long term conditions qualification
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC.
- L7 Minor illness and/or advanced history taking module
- Commitment to completing advanced qualifications
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
