Job summary
Are you a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner
(ACP/ANP) from a nursing background seeking a fresh challenge in a
forward-thinking, high-performing general practice. At Park Lane Surgery, we
are proud to offer an exciting opportunity for an ACP to join our small and
friendly team. We provide a supportive environment where your advanced clinical
skills, leadership, and development ambitions will be truly valued.
Potential for full time dependant on skill mix.
Main duties of the job
Your core responsibilities will include:
- Assessing, diagnosing, planning,
treating and reviewing patients with both acute and chronic conditions
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Carrying out home visits when
requested
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Carrying out part of the
physical assessments of Learning disability reviews
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Managing clinical episodes
independently including prescribing and referrals
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Taking a lead in unscheduled and
emergency care
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Performing clinical procedures
and planning care pathways
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Communicating effectively with
patients, carers and clinical teams
About us
Park Lane Surgery is a small, but busy GP practice;
based in the rural area of Allestree, Derby, with over 8400 patients and 4 GP
partners.
We are forward thinking and pro-active, always
aiming to maintain the highest standards of practice, to deliver excellent care
to our patients as well as protecting the safety and well-being of staff.
The way that we work is continually evolving,
especially so in the last couple of years. We adapt quickly to new ways of
working and embrace improvements to practice processes and technology as they
become available.
We are also part of a forward thinking and dynamic
Primary Care Network and benefit from a wide group pf ARRS roles including
Pharmacists, Social Prescribers, Physiotherapists and supported by a team of
Care Coordinators.
We are a medical student teaching practice,
teaching all years from 1 to 5 at various times throughout the year.
A strong work ethic and a sense of humour are
essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Use highly developed clinical
knowledge to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate
treatments and interventions for patients presenting frequently with complex
undifferentiated or undefined presentations. Prescribe appropriately when
needed.
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Undertake physical examination
as indicated by the patient's condition; autonomously analysing complex
clinical signs and investigation results to consider differential diagnoses and
diagnose conditions, initiating treatment as required.
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Requests investigations such as
blood, urine and other laboratory tests, electrocardiographs (ECGs), ultrasound
scans, X-Rays and computed tomography (CT) scans in accordance with IR(ME)R
regulations and as local policy allows.
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Manage acute illness and acute
episodes of chronic illness including referral, admission, or discharge from
service.
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Assesses patients with mental
health needs using local policy and guidelines and refers to the appropriate
services.
-
Communicates effectively with
patients, carers, colleagues, and others using appropriate communication
styles. Anticipates barriers to communication and ensures patients and
significant others are kept fully informed and consent to treatment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Use highly developed clinical
knowledge to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate
treatments and interventions for patients presenting frequently with complex
undifferentiated or undefined presentations. Prescribe appropriately when
needed.
-
Undertake physical examination
as indicated by the patient's condition; autonomously analysing complex
clinical signs and investigation results to consider differential diagnoses and
diagnose conditions, initiating treatment as required.
-
Requests investigations such as
blood, urine and other laboratory tests, electrocardiographs (ECGs), ultrasound
scans, X-Rays and computed tomography (CT) scans in accordance with IR(ME)R
regulations and as local policy allows.
-
Manage acute illness and acute
episodes of chronic illness including referral, admission, or discharge from
service.
-
Assesses patients with mental
health needs using local policy and guidelines and refers to the appropriate
services.
-
Communicates effectively with
patients, carers, colleagues, and others using appropriate communication
styles. Anticipates barriers to communication and ensures patients and
significant others are kept fully informed and consent to treatment.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Currently working clinically in an advanced practice role
- Has an up-to-date portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.
- Has evidence of continued professional development (CPD) following successful completion of MSc & qualification as in Advanced Clinical Practice.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with the relevant professional body, such as NMC or HCPC.
- MSc in advanced clinical practice or an equivalent MSc or NHSE Centre for Advancing Practice Digital Badge (or working towards it).
- Registered Independent Prescriber
- Evidence of teaching, supervision, and assessment skills
Desirable
- Mentor/ assessor and/or teaching experience (medical students shadowing clinics)
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex health conditions and ensure that effective interventions are actioned in a safe and timely manner.
- Ability to deal effectively with clinical issues within defined procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to work with undifferentiated and undiagnosed healthcare problems.
- Participation in research and audit projects.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Currently working clinically in an advanced practice role
- Has an up-to-date portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.
- Has evidence of continued professional development (CPD) following successful completion of MSc & qualification as in Advanced Clinical Practice.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with the relevant professional body, such as NMC or HCPC.
- MSc in advanced clinical practice or an equivalent MSc or NHSE Centre for Advancing Practice Digital Badge (or working towards it).
- Registered Independent Prescriber
- Evidence of teaching, supervision, and assessment skills
Desirable
- Mentor/ assessor and/or teaching experience (medical students shadowing clinics)
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex health conditions and ensure that effective interventions are actioned in a safe and timely manner.
- Ability to deal effectively with clinical issues within defined procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to work with undifferentiated and undiagnosed healthcare problems.
- Participation in research and audit projects.
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).