Job summary
Our Primary Care Network (Brunel PCN) are excited to offer a unique opportunity for an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Paramedic Practitioner (PP) to lead and drive forward our innovative Health Inclusion Project; delivering equitable and accessible healthcare to some of our most vulnerable community members - including those experiencing homelessness and individuals from the travelling community.
This is a pivotal leadership role alongside our proactive Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT), working across the Primary Care Network (PCN) and in partnership with a wide range of community services. You'll be instrumental in shaping inclusive, person-centred care and addressing health inequalities within our neighbourhoods.
Main duties of the job
Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of the Health Inclusion Project across the PCN and wider community settings, providing high-quality autonomous clinical care including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prescribing (where qualified).
Full UK Driving licence and access to use of own vehicle is essential for this role.
About us
Why Join the Health Inclusion Team?
You'll be joining a passionate and collaborative team that's
breaking down barriers to healthcare. This is a meaningful role where you'll
help to ensure everyone in our community receives the care and respect they
deserve, wherever they are.
You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference,
whilst gaining unique experience and being supported in your ongoing
development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Engage with patients in various outreach locations, such as hostels, shelters, community centres and mobile clinics, to deliver responsive and flexible care.
Work closely with partner organisations including mental health services, housing support, substance misuse services and voluntary sector agencies.
Educate and support colleagues on inclusion health principles and trauma-informed approaches.
Identify gaps in access or provision and advocate for service improvements and innovation.
Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of theHealth Inclusion Projectacross the PCN and wider community settings, providing high-quality autonomous clinical care including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prescribing (where qualified).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Engage with patients in various outreach locations, such as hostels, shelters, community centres and mobile clinics, to deliver responsive and flexible care.
Work closely with partner organisations including mental health services, housing support, substance misuse services and voluntary sector agencies.
Educate and support colleagues on inclusion health principles and trauma-informed approaches.
Identify gaps in access or provision and advocate for service improvements and innovation.
Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of theHealth Inclusion Projectacross the PCN and wider community settings, providing high-quality autonomous clinical care including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prescribing (where qualified).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in a senior clinical role.
- Experience working in primary care, community, or outreach settings.
- Proven ability to work autonomously in clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
- Experience of working with marginalised populations (e.g. homelessness, travelling communities, asylum seekers).
- Experience of supervising or mentoring clinical staff or students.
- Experience of leading or contributing to service development or innovation.
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Advanced understanding of physical and mental health conditions and complex care needs.
- Strong knowledge of health inequalities and inclusion health principles.
- Sound understanding of safeguarding procedures and trauma-informed care.
- Familiarity with multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
- Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement.
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NHS and PCN policies and strategy.
Personal Qualities and Values
Essential
- Passionate about health equity, inclusion and accessible care.
- Resilient, adaptable, and able to respond to complex or unpredictable situations.
- Committed to compassionate, person-centred, trauma-informed practice.
- Approachable and supportive, able to lead with empathy and professionalism.
- Values collaboration and community-focused care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent.
- Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (V300)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Desirable
- Additional training in public health, inclusion health or trauma-informed care.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Prescribing safely and effectively within scope of practice.
- Able to work independently and make complex clinical decision.
- Excellent leadership, supervision and team coordination skills.
- Ability to develop care pathways and lead service change.
- Confident in managing risk in community and non-traditional clinical settings.
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- IT literacy, including use of clinical systems (e.g. SystmOne).
- Full UK driving licence with use of own vehicle for work purposes.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in a senior clinical role.
- Experience working in primary care, community, or outreach settings.
- Proven ability to work autonomously in clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
- Experience of working with marginalised populations (e.g. homelessness, travelling communities, asylum seekers).
- Experience of supervising or mentoring clinical staff or students.
- Experience of leading or contributing to service development or innovation.
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Advanced understanding of physical and mental health conditions and complex care needs.
- Strong knowledge of health inequalities and inclusion health principles.
- Sound understanding of safeguarding procedures and trauma-informed care.
- Familiarity with multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
- Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement.
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NHS and PCN policies and strategy.
Personal Qualities and Values
Essential
- Passionate about health equity, inclusion and accessible care.
- Resilient, adaptable, and able to respond to complex or unpredictable situations.
- Committed to compassionate, person-centred, trauma-informed practice.
- Approachable and supportive, able to lead with empathy and professionalism.
- Values collaboration and community-focused care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent.
- Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (V300)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Desirable
- Additional training in public health, inclusion health or trauma-informed care.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Prescribing safely and effectively within scope of practice.
- Able to work independently and make complex clinical decision.
- Excellent leadership, supervision and team coordination skills.
- Ability to develop care pathways and lead service change.
- Confident in managing risk in community and non-traditional clinical settings.
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- IT literacy, including use of clinical systems (e.g. SystmOne).
- Full UK driving licence with use of own vehicle for work purposes.
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).
