Job summary
The role would suit an individual who has experience in an urgent care or primary care setting.
Independent prescriber
(preferred) or willingness to work towards it.
Excellent clinical,
communication, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work
independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Confident and efficient
using Microsoft Office and IT based patient clinical systems (EMIS is
preferable).
Current enhanced DBS check Clearance.
Must have access to own
vehicle and relevant up to date business insurance.
Work across our 3 sites as
required.
We are looking for a motivated and caring Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly GP practice team. This is an
exciting opportunity to use your clinical skills in a hybrid general
practice and patient home based environment. You'll be part of a close-knit,
multidisciplinary team, helping us to provide safe, high quality care both
in the surgery and out in the community. As a valued member of the team,
you'll also carry out home visits and care home rounds, supporting
patients in their own environment and making a real difference to their
comfort, independence, and quality of life.We believe in working
collaboratively, sharing ideas, and supporting each other so that we can
deliver the best possible care to our patients. In return, we'll provide
you with professional development opportunities, regular clinical support,
and a workplace where your contribution is genuinely appreciated and
rewarded.
Main duties of the job
Working autonomously but
with full clinical support, you will manage patients presenting with a
wide range of minor illness and injury, as well as long-term conditions
where appropriate.
You will assess, diagnose,
treat, refer or signpost patients who attend the surgery.
Provide clinical assessment,
diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patients.
Work collaboratively with
GPs, nurses, pharmacy Technician and admin team.
Support the management of
long-term conditions and care planning.
Support and participate in
shared learning across the practice.
About us
Quintin Medical Centre is an inclusive, friendly practice. We have a steady increase in patient numbers due to the level of service we provide to our patients, currently just over 13,200. We are a single Partner, 8 salaried GP Practice, with a fantastic team of advanced Practitioners, along with an exceptional nurse team and a Pharmacy Technician. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, forward-thinking, and inclusive place to work. We offer a supportive and welcoming team environment, where every member is valued and encouraged to thrive. You have the option to be enrolled into the NHS Pension Scheme, benefit from flexible working arrangements, and have the option of compressed working hours so you can enjoy a day off during the week as well as your weekends. As a progressive practice, we're passionate about career development, offering training and opportunities to help you grow and expand your skills. We also believe that work should be enjoyable, so we make time for seasonal social events where we can relax and connect as a team. Here, your well being matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a real difference to the lives of our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working autonomously but with full clinical support, you will manage patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness and injury, as well as long-term conditions where appropriate.
You will assess, diagnose, treat, refer or signpost patients who attend the surgery.
Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patients.
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacy Technician and admin team.
Support the management of long-term conditions and care planning.
Support and participate in shared learning across the practice.
Assess patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease conditions.
Undertake home visits as required.
Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan care accordingly.
Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting to other community or voluntary services.
Communicate at all levels across organisations ensuring that an effective, patient-centred service is delivered.
Communicate proactively and effectively with all colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team, attending and contributing to meetings as required.
Maintain accurate health records appropriate to the consultation, ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.
Independent prescribing. We will consider applications from Advanced Nurse Practitioners who have not yet achieved this, they would be supported to do so in time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working autonomously but with full clinical support, you will manage patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness and injury, as well as long-term conditions where appropriate.
You will assess, diagnose, treat, refer or signpost patients who attend the surgery.
Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patients.
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacy Technician and admin team.
Support the management of long-term conditions and care planning.
Support and participate in shared learning across the practice.
Assess patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease conditions.
Undertake home visits as required.
Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan care accordingly.
Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting to other community or voluntary services.
Communicate at all levels across organisations ensuring that an effective, patient-centred service is delivered.
Communicate proactively and effectively with all colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team, attending and contributing to meetings as required.
Maintain accurate health records appropriate to the consultation, ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.
Independent prescribing. We will consider applications from Advanced Nurse Practitioners who have not yet achieved this, they would be supported to do so in time.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice.
- Experience of working in primary care.
- Experience of EMIS, Docman, Accurx
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc or PG Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent) essential.
- Registered Nurse with active NMC registration essential. Level 3 Safeguarding (children). Driving Licence held with business insurance
Desirable
- Independent prescribing.
- Mentoring.
- Completion of the FCP course (support for portfolio progression towards FCP/ACP can be provided in line with the HEE Roadmap to Practice).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice.
- Experience of working in primary care.
- Experience of EMIS, Docman, Accurx
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc or PG Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent) essential.
- Registered Nurse with active NMC registration essential. Level 3 Safeguarding (children). Driving Licence held with business insurance
Desirable
- Independent prescribing.
- Mentoring.
- Completion of the FCP course (support for portfolio progression towards FCP/ACP can be provided in line with the HEE Roadmap to Practice).
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).