Job summary
The Nunhead
Surgery started in the 80s when a previous Partner took over the lists of 2
retiring GPs.We built new premises under
the cost rent scheme in July 1993.
We have a relatively small catchment area with many patients who have
been registered with us since the onset.
We are patient focused and always try to offer the best possible patient
care within our control. The whole team
is passionate about making a difference for our patients and improving local
population health and living.
Our list has grown significantly over the years and has
continued to grow. We regularly review
our catchment area, ensuring we are inclusive and offering services to our
immediate population.
We also offer many additional services and are always keen to
pilot any new service that could benefit our local population. We work closely with our federation and are active within our Primary Care Network. We try to host as many services as possible
as we believe having the services in-house, enables our patients to feel
comfortable accessing the range of professionals available. We currently offer appointments with: Mental
Health Practitioner, Wellbeing Coach, Social Prescriber, First Contact Physio
and a Care Coordinator. In addition to
this we have two PCN pharmacists as well as an employed pharmacists supporting
the clinical team and patients with medication queries, compliance and monitoring.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive GP practice for 2 days per week.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established primary care team, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a collaborative environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
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Provide autonomous clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
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Manage same-day presentations and minor illness clinics
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Prescribe independently (V300 qualification essential)
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Work collaboratively with GPs, nursing staff, and the wider multidisciplinary team
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Contribute to practice development and quality improvement
About us
We are located in Nunhead which is an up-and-coming residential neighbourhood with a good community feel. We have been in our existing building for 30 years and feel like an important part of our community.
We have 4 partners 3 GPs and a Practice Manager. Some of our staff has been with us for many
years, with quite a few through to retirement.
Prioritising staff welfare is a very important part of our values and
mission, as looking after our own enables us to be stronger to look after our
patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Personal Medical Services - Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Accountable to:Partners
Job Summary:
As part of The Nunhead Surgery, you will provide NHS primary health care to patients registered with the practice. You are expected to participate in practice activities including meetings and audits, as well as taking on a role in the development of the practice as outlined in your contract.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Work autonomously within professional scope of practice.
Assess, diagnose, treat, and prescribe for acute and chronic conditions.
Refer appropriately and escalate concerns when necessary.
Establishing appropriate systems to manage common chronic medical conditions, e.g. asthma and diabetes.
Providing appropriate preventative health care and advice within the context of primary health care.
Maintaining patients clinical records, to include correct problem titles, coding of appropriate values (e.g. BP), coding of appropriate values associated with chronic LTCs in line with QoF and correct use of templates.
Maintaining patients confidentiality.
Providing free certification in line with schedule 9 of the GMS Regulations (1992).
Other Responsibilities:
Attending or chairing primary health care meetings and other meetings as may be necessary.
Auditing practice activities as required.
Following practice and local guidelines and protocols
Taking part in the development and implementation of Practice Development Plan.
Clinically related administrative and non-clinical duties needed for the delivery of primary care services.
Engaging in appropriate educational activity in order to maintain clinical and managerial competence and performance.
Condition of Appointment:
Current NMC registration
Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification
Independent Prescriber (V300) qualification
Ongoing compliance with NMC revalidation requirements
Proof of qualifications must be provided prior to commencement.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Appraisal
Annual appraisal in line with practice governance processes.
Participation in audit, SEA, and quality improvement activities required.
Confidentiality & Data Protection
Health & Safety
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Personal Medical Services - Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Accountable to:Partners
Job Summary:
As part of The Nunhead Surgery, you will provide NHS primary health care to patients registered with the practice. You are expected to participate in practice activities including meetings and audits, as well as taking on a role in the development of the practice as outlined in your contract.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Work autonomously within professional scope of practice.
Assess, diagnose, treat, and prescribe for acute and chronic conditions.
Refer appropriately and escalate concerns when necessary.
Establishing appropriate systems to manage common chronic medical conditions, e.g. asthma and diabetes.
Providing appropriate preventative health care and advice within the context of primary health care.
Maintaining patients clinical records, to include correct problem titles, coding of appropriate values (e.g. BP), coding of appropriate values associated with chronic LTCs in line with QoF and correct use of templates.
Maintaining patients confidentiality.
Providing free certification in line with schedule 9 of the GMS Regulations (1992).
Other Responsibilities:
Attending or chairing primary health care meetings and other meetings as may be necessary.
Auditing practice activities as required.
Following practice and local guidelines and protocols
Taking part in the development and implementation of Practice Development Plan.
Clinically related administrative and non-clinical duties needed for the delivery of primary care services.
Engaging in appropriate educational activity in order to maintain clinical and managerial competence and performance.
Condition of Appointment:
Current NMC registration
Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification
Independent Prescriber (V300) qualification
Ongoing compliance with NMC revalidation requirements
Proof of qualifications must be provided prior to commencement.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Appraisal
Annual appraisal in line with practice governance processes.
Participation in audit, SEA, and quality improvement activities required.
Confidentiality & Data Protection
Health & Safety
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Recognised Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification
- Independent Prescriber qualification (V300)
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Up-to-date mandatory training (Basic Life Support, safeguarding, infection control, etc.)
- Participation in multidisciplinary team working
- Ability to work autonomously within professional scope
- Management of acute minor illness and minor injury
Desirable
- Masters level qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice (or working towards)
- Significant post-registration clinical experience
- Experience working in Primary Care / General Practice
- Autonomous clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of undifferentiated presentations
- Experience managing patients with long-term conditions
- Independent prescribing within scope of practice
- Experience of clinical decision-making in a fast-paced environment
- Use of GP clinical systems - EMIS, Docman, AccuRx
- Participation in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance
- Experience in same-day/urgent care clinics
- Triage experience
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
- Experience in chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes)
- Knowledge of local referral pathways
- Key Competencies
- Strong clinical reasoning and risk assessment skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Recognised Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification
- Independent Prescriber qualification (V300)
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Up-to-date mandatory training (Basic Life Support, safeguarding, infection control, etc.)
- Participation in multidisciplinary team working
- Ability to work autonomously within professional scope
- Management of acute minor illness and minor injury
Desirable
- Masters level qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice (or working towards)
- Significant post-registration clinical experience
- Experience working in Primary Care / General Practice
- Autonomous clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of undifferentiated presentations
- Experience managing patients with long-term conditions
- Independent prescribing within scope of practice
- Experience of clinical decision-making in a fast-paced environment
- Use of GP clinical systems - EMIS, Docman, AccuRx
- Participation in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance
- Experience in same-day/urgent care clinics
- Triage experience
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
- Experience in chronic disease management (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes)
- Knowledge of local referral pathways
- Key Competencies
- Strong clinical reasoning and risk assessment skills
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).