Job summary
You will ideally be an experienced, autonomous nurse to
provide care for our patients; from initial history taking, clinical
assessment, diagnosis, treatment including prescribing where appropriate and
evaluation of care for same-day care and minor illness/injuries. You will need
to demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process,
prioritising and assessing the needs of the patient accordingly. Clinics are
fully supported by our 11 GPs, and will include a mixture of e-consults, telephone
triage and same day face to face appointments. You should be able to remain
calm during busy periods, have great communication skills, IT knowledge and the
ability to multi-task, as well as be confident to work on you own, but also as
part of a supportive and flexible team. Experience of SystmOne and working in
the NHS would be an advantage.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Practice
Assess,
diagnose, plan implement and evaluate treatment, interventions and care for
patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
Clinically
examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological
perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.
Assess,
diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients
with complex needs.
Proactively
identifying, diagnosing and managing treatment plans for patients at risk of
developing a long-term condition.
Diagnose and
manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and
non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
Prescribe
and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient
needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice, national and practice
protocols, and within scope of practice.
Work with
patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed
treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over the counter
medication, medication regimes, side effects and interactions.
Prioritise
health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patients in complex,
urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency
care.
Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote
healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
About us
The Quarter Jack Surgery is looking to recruit an experienced, RGN-qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our very friendly multi-disciplinary team, which includes a team of four Nurse Practitioners and on-site network paramedics. Our reputable, large, training practice has high levels of patient satisfaction and a pleasant and covid-safe working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
Assess,
diagnose, plan implement and evaluate treatment and interventions and care for
patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
Clinically
examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological
perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.
Assess,
diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients
with complex needs.
Proactively
identifying, diagnosing and managing treatment plans for patients at risk of
developing a long-term condition.
Diagnose and
manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and
non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
Prescribe
and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient
needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice, national and practice
protocols, and within scope of practice.
Work with
patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed
treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over the counter
medication, medication regimes, side effects and interactions.
Prioritise
health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patients in complex,
urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency
care.
Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote
healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
Assess,
diagnose, plan implement and evaluate treatment and interventions and care for
patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
Clinically
examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological
perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.
Assess,
diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients
with complex needs.
Proactively
identifying, diagnosing and managing treatment plans for patients at risk of
developing a long-term condition.
Diagnose and
manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and
non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
Prescribe
and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient
needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice, national and practice
protocols, and within scope of practice.
Work with
patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed
treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over the counter
medication, medication regimes, side effects and interactions.
Prioritise
health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patients in complex,
urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency
care.
Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote
healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Relevant nurse practitioner qualification
- Prescribing qualification
- Recognised qualification to diploma level or above
Other experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post-registration
- Management of minor illnesses or ailments
- Experience of primary care
- Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and The Scope of Professional Practice (1992)
- Experience of Microsoft Office software
- Experience of SystmOne clinical system
- Experience of dealing with the public/patients
- Leadership and management experience
- Experience of working with teams
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Relevant nurse practitioner qualification
- Prescribing qualification
- Recognised qualification to diploma level or above
Other experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post-registration
- Management of minor illnesses or ailments
- Experience of primary care
- Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and The Scope of Professional Practice (1992)
- Experience of Microsoft Office software
- Experience of SystmOne clinical system
- Experience of dealing with the public/patients
- Leadership and management experience
- Experience of working with teams
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).
