Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Millcroft Medical Centre for a Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our team.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward thinking individual who can work as an autonomous practitioner but also work well with a large multidisciplinary team.
The
advanced nurse practitioner will be responsible for clinical areas such as consulting
patients with acute medical problems, health promotion, chronic disease
management, health prevention, as well as
supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policy and
procedure.
Main duties of the job
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated ANP with a strong commitment to excellent patient care and an ability to work well as part of a well organised team.
Deliver high standard of patient care to the registered patient population using advanced clinical skills.
Manage a clinical caseload dealing with patients presenting to the practice.
Manage chronic disease clinics
Work with all multi-agencies for the benefit of the patient
To prescribe safe, effective and appropriate prescribing of medication.
Support the practice to develop the services provided to the patients.
About us
We are
a growing practice with a population of over 30,000 patients working within a
purpose built practice in Crewe, Cheshire.
We
are an Emis-Web, Docman , Accurx, paper light practice. We are a friendly, open
and transparent practice whose goal is to provide the highest standards of
health care to our patients through a team approach. We are an innovative,
forward thinking practice with high achievements in local and national targets.
Our
current team has a full complement of allied health professionals including, ten GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic, Mental Health
Workers, Practice Nurses, Physiotherapist, SPLW, Pharmacist’s, Business Manager,
Practice Manager and a complement of highly skilled support staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work
as an autonomous practitioner, working as part of the practice
multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope to the practice
population. The advanced nurse practitioner will be responsible for clinical
areas such as consulting patients with acute medical problems, health
promotion, chronic disease management, health prevention, well women and well
man clinics, as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of
clinical policy and procedure.
-The
delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
-Manage
patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions,
providing subject matter expert advice to patients
-Implement
and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease
patients
-Prescribe
and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient
needs and in accordance with evidence based practice
-Encorage
with patients compliance and adherence to prescribed medication, providing
advice and information on medication regimes.
-Identify,
manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions,
preventing adverse effects on the patient’s health
-Provide
advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with
clinical based evidence.
-Request
pathology services as necessary
-Process
and interpret pathology and other test results as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work
as an autonomous practitioner, working as part of the practice
multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope to the practice
population. The advanced nurse practitioner will be responsible for clinical
areas such as consulting patients with acute medical problems, health
promotion, chronic disease management, health prevention, well women and well
man clinics, as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of
clinical policy and procedure.
-The
delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
-Manage
patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions,
providing subject matter expert advice to patients
-Implement
and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease
patients
-Prescribe
and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient
needs and in accordance with evidence based practice
-Encorage
with patients compliance and adherence to prescribed medication, providing
advice and information on medication regimes.
-Identify,
manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions,
preventing adverse effects on the patient’s health
-Provide
advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with
clinical based evidence.
-Request
pathology services as necessary
-Process
and interpret pathology and other test results as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Advanced Practice Qualification)
- Qualified Nurse Prescriber
Desirable
- Minor Illness Qualification
- Teaching Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Advanced Practice Qualification)
- Qualified Nurse Prescriber
Desirable
- Minor Illness Qualification
- Teaching Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).