Job summary
Heart of Bath Medical Partnership are looking for a full time
Advanced Nurse Practitioner. We are a Practice based across 2 sites in the City
of Bath. We have a diverse team of clinical and non-clinical staff who work
together to provide care for our 26,500 patients.
The post holder will be an experienced Nurse Practitioner who,
acting within their professional boundaries, will provide assessment,
diagnosis, and treatments to acute episodes of minor health conditions as well
as minor injuries.
The ANP will be expected to see patients autonomously providing
face to face, Telephone consultations within the practice and home visits
within the patients residence and demonstrate the use of critical thinking in
the clinical decision-making process.
You will work collaboratively with the general practice team and
meet the needs of the patients, supporting the delivery of policy and
procedures and providing Nurse leadership as well as promoting self-care to our
patients.
DBS checks are required for this position.
Competitive rates of pay
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:
- Assess, diagnose, plan & implement care for patients.
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, intergrating both drug and non-drug based treatment methods into a management plan.
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs in accordance to National and Local guidelines.
- Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adhere to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed and over the counter medication regarding regimens, side-effects and interactions.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in all situations.
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies and apply principles of self care.
This job description is provided as an outline of the Key tasks
and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
About us
We are a Practice based across 2 sites in the City
of Bath. We have a diverse team of clinical and non-clinical staff who work
together to provide care for our 26,500 patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be an experienced Nurse Practitioner who,
acting within their professional boundaries, will provide assessment,
diagnosis, and treatments to acute episodes of minor health conditions as well
as minor injuries.
The ANP will be expected to see patients autonomously providing
face to face, Telephone consultations within the practice and home visits
within the patients residence and demonstrate the use of critical thinking in
the clinical decision-making process.
You will work collaboratively with the general practice team and
meet the needs of the patients, supporting the delivery of policy and
procedures and providing Nurse leadership as well as promoting self-care to our
patients.
Main Duties:
- Assess, diagnose, plan & implement care for patients.
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a
physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions,
intergrating both drug and non-drug based treatment methods into a management
plan.
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness,
appropriate to patient needs in accordance to National and Local guidelines.
- Work with patients in order to support compliance with and
adhere to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed
and over the counter medication regarding regimens, side-effects and
interactions.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to
assist the patient in all situations.
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies and
apply principles of self care.
- Assist with clinical triage.
This job description is provided as an outline of the Key tasks
and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be an experienced Nurse Practitioner who,
acting within their professional boundaries, will provide assessment,
diagnosis, and treatments to acute episodes of minor health conditions as well
as minor injuries.
The ANP will be expected to see patients autonomously providing
face to face, Telephone consultations within the practice and home visits
within the patients residence and demonstrate the use of critical thinking in
the clinical decision-making process.
You will work collaboratively with the general practice team and
meet the needs of the patients, supporting the delivery of policy and
procedures and providing Nurse leadership as well as promoting self-care to our
patients.
Main Duties:
- Assess, diagnose, plan & implement care for patients.
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a
physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions,
intergrating both drug and non-drug based treatment methods into a management
plan.
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness,
appropriate to patient needs in accordance to National and Local guidelines.
- Work with patients in order to support compliance with and
adhere to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed
and over the counter medication regarding regimens, side-effects and
interactions.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to
assist the patient in all situations.
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies and
apply principles of self care.
- Assist with clinical triage.
This job description is provided as an outline of the Key tasks
and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience within primary care
Desirable
- Triage experience would be an advantage.
Qualifications
Essential
- Advanced Nurse Qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience within primary care
Desirable
- Triage experience would be an advantage.
Qualifications
Essential
- Advanced Nurse Qualification
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).
