Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our established and highly motivated team at Hamdon Medical Centre. This post available is working 18.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Salary will be dependent on experience. Hours and working patterns to be discussed at interview but hours can be flexible based on the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be an experienced Nurse who, acting
within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting
patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment
and evaluation of patient care.
The post will holder will be able to demonstrate the
ability to make differential diagnosis using decision making and problem
solving skills whilst making professional autonomous decisions for which they
are accountable. They will possess the ability to work independently and to
work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with other health
care professionals and disciplines, supporting the delivery of policy and
procedures. NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
About us
Hamdon Medical Centre is a well-established, friendly,
patient centred practice with an in-house part owned pharmacy. There has been a
GP surgery in the village of Stoke Sub-Hamdon since 1865. Hamdon Medical Centre
was a new purpose built surgery in 1990 and was designed for the comfort and
safety of all patients, particularly those with mobility difficulties.The practice
provides a wide range of services to around 5,500 patients and the 2 employed
GPs are supported by a multidisciplinary team of health coaches, nurses and
administration staff.
The team are committed to a high standard of general
practice, working in a integrated way across primary and secondary care and
working closely with community staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner
will work within their professional boundaries; will provide care for the
presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of their care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical
decision-making and expert care for patients within the general practice. They
will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to
meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
In order to work at this level, NMC requirements for advanced practice must be
met.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner
will work within their professional boundaries; will provide care for the
presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of their care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical
decision-making and expert care for patients within the general practice. They
will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to
meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
In order to work at this level, NMC requirements for advanced practice must be
met.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years post-registration experience
- Minimum 2 years recent primary/community nursing experience
- Nurse led management of minor ailments and injuries
- Nurse led triage
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered first level nurse
- MSC or equivalent
- Relevant nursing/health degree
- Clinical supervision training and experience
- Independent/supplementary nurse prescribing qualification
Desirable
- Mentoring/teaching qualification
- Community nursing specialist qualification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Management of patients with long term conditions
- Management of patients with complex needs
Desirable
- Clinical examination skills
- Advanced clinical practice skills
- Knowledge of public health issues
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years post-registration experience
- Minimum 2 years recent primary/community nursing experience
- Nurse led management of minor ailments and injuries
- Nurse led triage
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered first level nurse
- MSC or equivalent
- Relevant nursing/health degree
- Clinical supervision training and experience
- Independent/supplementary nurse prescribing qualification
Desirable
- Mentoring/teaching qualification
- Community nursing specialist qualification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Management of patients with long term conditions
- Management of patients with complex needs
Desirable
- Clinical examination skills
- Advanced clinical practice skills
- Knowledge of public health issues
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).
