Job summary
Are you an experienced ANP looking to make a difference in the community? We are a friendly, well-established surgery in Great Oakley Northamptonshire, currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated ANP to join our team.
You will work as part of the multi-disciplinary
team here at the surgery,and take on additional training should it be needed.
We are looking for a friendly, professional
individual that strives to go the extra mile for their patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking and is a caring, compassionate and committed 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 care. They will demonstrate safe,
competent clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and
diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice. The post holder
will commit to demonstrating critical thinking in the safe clinical
decision-making process. They will communicate and work collaboratively with
the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the
delivery of policy and procedures.
About us
"We are a well-established, modern GP surgery located on the edge of Corby Town, serving a diverse and friendly community, with approximately a 15500 patient list size. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals work collaboratively to provide the best care for our patients. Join a supportive and dynamic team of GPs, nurses, and administrative staff in a collaborative environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a friendly, inclusive atmosphere where your professional growth is encouraged. If you are passionate about providing excellent patient care and looking to be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our practice and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- You will provide a holistic approach to healthcare, drawing form both the nursing and medical model of health and illness where appropriate to screen for the early signs of disease and diagnose acute problems.
- Accepts referrals from other disciplines unsupervised.
- Undertakes the independent and autonomous assessment of undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems with attention to physical, emotional, social, cultural and mental health issues.
- Uses sound judgement in assessing conflicting priorities and needs
- Formulates a diagnosis utilising medical diagnostic problem-solving skills including history taking physical examination, invasive and non-invasive investigations which involves contact with potential infectious biological substances on a regular basis.
- Initiates appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic interventions including radiology and laboratory investigations, with attention to safety, cost, invasiveness, acceptability and efficacy.
- Prescribes pharmaceutical interventions within own competency
- Interprets and evaluates diagnostic test results in liaison with the patient and initiates treatment accordingly.
- Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence and to acknowledge limitations.
- Contribute to the practices management of patients needing regular review including those with dementia, mental health problems, learning disability
- Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
- Face to Face appointments and telephone triage
Job description
Job responsibilities
- You will provide a holistic approach to healthcare, drawing form both the nursing and medical model of health and illness where appropriate to screen for the early signs of disease and diagnose acute problems.
- Accepts referrals from other disciplines unsupervised.
- Undertakes the independent and autonomous assessment of undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems with attention to physical, emotional, social, cultural and mental health issues.
- Uses sound judgement in assessing conflicting priorities and needs
- Formulates a diagnosis utilising medical diagnostic problem-solving skills including history taking physical examination, invasive and non-invasive investigations which involves contact with potential infectious biological substances on a regular basis.
- Initiates appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic interventions including radiology and laboratory investigations, with attention to safety, cost, invasiveness, acceptability and efficacy.
- Prescribes pharmaceutical interventions within own competency
- Interprets and evaluates diagnostic test results in liaison with the patient and initiates treatment accordingly.
- Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence and to acknowledge limitations.
- Contribute to the practices management of patients needing regular review including those with dementia, mental health problems, learning disability
- Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
- Face to Face appointments and telephone triage
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Qualifications Registered first level nurse MSc or equivalent Relevant nursing/health degree
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Qualifications Registered first level nurse MSc or equivalent Relevant nursing/health degree
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care
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).