Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner to join our super GP practice in Crawley, West Sussex. We aim to ensure that the highest levels of care are delivered to all our patients, particularly in areas such as minor illnesses and acute, on the day appointments. This is a highly supportive practice with a long-standing team including GPs, Paramedic Practitioners, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses, HCAs and many more Additional Roles.
If you take pride in your work, have a committed approach to patient care and especially enjoy being part of a team, then this could be the perfect role for you!
Main duties of the job
To assess, diagnose, treat, refer
or signpost patients who attend surgery with undifferentiated or undiagnosed
conditions relating to minor illness.
To undertake home visits,
primarily for acute conditions, as assessed by your duty doctor, and within the
boundaries of professional qualifications.
The post holder will use advanced
clinical skills to provide education to patients, promoting self-care and
empower them to make informed choices about their treatment.
About us
Bridge Medical Centre comprises 4 GP Partners, a nursing team of 6, Paramedic Practitioners, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and a vast supportive administrative team. The Practice is part of the Crawley Care Collaborative PCN who are each members of the Alliance for Better Care Federation.
Our clinicians work independently as well as part of a team collaborating with our own clinical and administrative team whilst also working closely with the Additional Roles from the PCN. These roles comprise Clinical Pharmacists, Dieticians, First Contact Physiotherapists, Dieticians, Care Co-ordinators and Social Prescribers.
We are a sociable Practice and like to socialise and celebrate our success.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description: Prescribing Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Prescribing Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our multidisciplinary team at Bridge Medical Centre. The post-holder will work autonomously within the scope of their professional competence, including independent prescribing, to deliver high-quality care to our patient population.
Main Clinical Responsibilities
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Diagnose and treat patients presenting with minor illness, including safe and independent prescribing.
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Triage and manage patients requesting to see a healthcare professional, referring to other members of the primary care team where appropriate.
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Discuss patients requiring referral to secondary care with the registered GP prior to referral.
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Deliver safe and effective clinical practice within professional boundaries and recognised limitations.
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Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments, referring as necessary.
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Undertake home visits for acute conditions as assessed by the duty doctor and within the scope of qualifications.
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Ensure the delivery of evidence-based care to the highest standards.
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Communicate effectively at all levels within the team to support safe, coordinated care.
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Maintain accurate, contemporaneous healthcare records appropriate to the consultation.
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Conduct medication reviews and provide counselling on prescribed therapies.
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Prescribe medication for acute and chronic conditions in accordance with current guidelines and legislation.
Professional and Administrative Responsibilities
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Ensure clinical systems (System One) are kept up to date with accurate documentation.
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Complete all necessary documentation associated with patient care and registration.
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Collect and maintain statistical information for audits and reporting.
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Attend and participate in team and practice meetings as required.
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Actively engage in the audit process and quality improvement initiatives.
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Participate in the administrative duties required as part of the practice team.
Training and Personal Development
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Maintain continued professional development in accordance with revalidation and professional requirements.
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Undertake annual appraisal and participate in clinical supervision where appropriate.
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Participate in the training and induction of staff and students.
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Attend relevant courses and study days for professional development.
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Take responsibility for own learning, development, and performance.
Pathological Specimens and Investigatory Procedures
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Collect pathological specimens, including blood samples and swabs, as necessary.
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Perform investigatory procedures requested by GPs.
Safeguarding and Governance
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Recognise and act upon safeguarding concerns in line with local and national guidance.
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Remain accountable for prescribing decisions and clinical judgement.
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Ensure all care provided complies with relevant professional and clinical governance standards.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
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Registered Nurse or Paramedic with current NMC/HCPC registration.
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MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent).
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Independent Prescriber (V300 qualification).
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Demonstrable experience working autonomously in a primary care or equivalent setting.
Desirable
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking GP practice, delivering patient-centred care with autonomy and professional support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description: Prescribing Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Prescribing Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our multidisciplinary team at Bridge Medical Centre. The post-holder will work autonomously within the scope of their professional competence, including independent prescribing, to deliver high-quality care to our patient population.
Main Clinical Responsibilities
-
Diagnose and treat patients presenting with minor illness, including safe and independent prescribing.
-
Triage and manage patients requesting to see a healthcare professional, referring to other members of the primary care team where appropriate.
-
Discuss patients requiring referral to secondary care with the registered GP prior to referral.
-
Deliver safe and effective clinical practice within professional boundaries and recognised limitations.
-
Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments, referring as necessary.
-
Undertake home visits for acute conditions as assessed by the duty doctor and within the scope of qualifications.
-
Ensure the delivery of evidence-based care to the highest standards.
-
Communicate effectively at all levels within the team to support safe, coordinated care.
-
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous healthcare records appropriate to the consultation.
-
Conduct medication reviews and provide counselling on prescribed therapies.
-
Prescribe medication for acute and chronic conditions in accordance with current guidelines and legislation.
Professional and Administrative Responsibilities
-
Ensure clinical systems (System One) are kept up to date with accurate documentation.
-
Complete all necessary documentation associated with patient care and registration.
-
Collect and maintain statistical information for audits and reporting.
-
Attend and participate in team and practice meetings as required.
-
Actively engage in the audit process and quality improvement initiatives.
-
Participate in the administrative duties required as part of the practice team.
Training and Personal Development
-
Maintain continued professional development in accordance with revalidation and professional requirements.
-
Undertake annual appraisal and participate in clinical supervision where appropriate.
-
Participate in the training and induction of staff and students.
-
Attend relevant courses and study days for professional development.
-
Take responsibility for own learning, development, and performance.
Pathological Specimens and Investigatory Procedures
-
Collect pathological specimens, including blood samples and swabs, as necessary.
-
Perform investigatory procedures requested by GPs.
Safeguarding and Governance
-
Recognise and act upon safeguarding concerns in line with local and national guidance.
-
Remain accountable for prescribing decisions and clinical judgement.
-
Ensure all care provided complies with relevant professional and clinical governance standards.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
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Registered Nurse or Paramedic with current NMC/HCPC registration.
-
MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent).
-
Independent Prescriber (V300 qualification).
-
Demonstrable experience working autonomously in a primary care or equivalent setting.
Desirable
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking GP practice, delivering patient-centred care with autonomy and professional support.
Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- An excellent standard of written and verbal English
- Excellent listening skills
- Ability to make autonomous decisions
- Ability to assess, minimise and manage risks and defuse stressful situations, ability to stay calm
- Competent use of IT systems, Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable
- Use of SystmOne
- An understanding of Chronic Disease Registers and QOF
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an urgent care/emergency setting.
- Experience of working in primary care setting
- Ability to work within a team to provide the best outcome for the patient.
- An ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, common sense and local knowledge, to respond to enquiries and requests while adhering to Practice limitations.
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner
- Evidence of appropriate knowledge base.
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing qualification
Other
Essential
- Flexible attitude to work. To be willing to work later/earlier as duties/events require
- Clean driving licence
Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- An excellent standard of written and verbal English
- Excellent listening skills
- Ability to make autonomous decisions
- Ability to assess, minimise and manage risks and defuse stressful situations, ability to stay calm
- Competent use of IT systems, Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable
- Use of SystmOne
- An understanding of Chronic Disease Registers and QOF
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an urgent care/emergency setting.
- Experience of working in primary care setting
- Ability to work within a team to provide the best outcome for the patient.
- An ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, common sense and local knowledge, to respond to enquiries and requests while adhering to Practice limitations.
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner
- Evidence of appropriate knowledge base.
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing qualification
Other
Essential
- Flexible attitude to work. To be willing to work later/earlier as duties/events require
- Clean driving licence
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).
