Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an
enthusiastic and motivated Advanced Practitioner (Nurses and Paramedics may apply) to join our friendly and
supportive team. This position requires working independently, but with support
from the GP team as needed. Experience in Minor ailments and Prescribing is
expected.
The position offers a competitive
salary with 6 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays (Pro-rata) and an NHS Pension.
We are a rural practice based
across 2 sites in the villages of Kirton Lindsey and Scotter and it will be
necessary to work across both sites as required. We currently have
approximately 10700 patients, which is ever increasing. We have a CQC rating of
GOOD. We use SystmOne (clinical system), SystmConnect and AccuRx (Online).
Main duties of the job
The following are the core responsibilities of the Advanced Practitioner. There may be on
occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon
factors such as workload and staffing levels
a. Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
b. Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical
conditions, providing subject matter expert advice
c. Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for
chronic disease patients
d. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term
conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health
e. Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in
accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
f. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation
and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and
Safeguarding Children
g. Request and collect pathological specimens. Upon receipt,
to process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
h. Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary,
referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
i. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant
legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
j. Maintain chronic disease registers and implement and embed an effective
call/recall system
See Job Description.
About us
We are a forward thinking practice and have a multidisciplinary, clinical team currently made up of Doctors, an ANP, ACP, Practice Nurses & HCAs as well as a wider team consisting of Pharmacists, Physios, Social Prescribers and Care Co-ordinators through the Primary Care Network. Our doctors are currently involved in GP
training, Federation and PCN working. We are also a training practice for GP
Registrars, HYMS Students and F2s.
This is an excellent
opportunity for someone who shares our commitment to delivering high quality
patient care, and who has the interest and energy to join with us in further
developing the Practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Advanced Practitioner. There may be on
occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon
factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
b. Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical
conditions, providing subject matter expert advice
c. Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for
chronic disease patients
d. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term
conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health
e. Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in
accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
f. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation
and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and
Safeguarding Children
g. Request and collect pathological specimens. Upon receipt,
to process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
h. Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary,
referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
i. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant
legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
j. Maintain chronic disease registers and implement and embed an effective
call/recall system
k. Develop, implement and embed well woman and well man clinics
l. Chaperone patients where necessary
m. Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
n. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
o. Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
p. Support in the provision of vaccination programmes for both adults and
children
q. Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance
r. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the
counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as
required
s. Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with local and
regional guidance
t. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is
supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)
u. Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice
and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
v. Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive
behaviour, referring patients appropriately
w. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Advanced Practitioner. There may be on
occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon
factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
b. Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical
conditions, providing subject matter expert advice
c. Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for
chronic disease patients
d. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term
conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health
e. Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in
accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
f. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation
and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and
Safeguarding Children
g. Request and collect pathological specimens. Upon receipt,
to process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
h. Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary,
referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
i. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant
legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively
j. Maintain chronic disease registers and implement and embed an effective
call/recall system
k. Develop, implement and embed well woman and well man clinics
l. Chaperone patients where necessary
m. Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
n. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
o. Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
p. Support in the provision of vaccination programmes for both adults and
children
q. Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance
r. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the
counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as
required
s. Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with local and
regional guidance
t. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is
supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)
u. Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice
and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
v. Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive
behaviour, referring patients appropriately
w. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years post-registration experience.
- Prioritising needs and making informed decisions.
- Managing long term conditions.
- Use of primary care IT systems & working in primary care
Desirable
- Nurse led triage
- Use of Systm1 - clinical system
- Introducing and managing change
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse/paramedic.
- Relevant nursing degree masters degree or equivalent post-registration education to meet the RCN recommendations for Advanced Practice.
- Qualified Nurse Prescriber
- For Further information, please contact the practice and ask to be sent a copy of the Job Description and Job Specification
Desirable
- Minor Illness Qualification
- Teaching Qualification
- Experience of working as a Practice Nurse or Community Nurse
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years post-registration experience.
- Prioritising needs and making informed decisions.
- Managing long term conditions.
- Use of primary care IT systems & working in primary care
Desirable
- Nurse led triage
- Use of Systm1 - clinical system
- Introducing and managing change
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse/paramedic.
- Relevant nursing degree masters degree or equivalent post-registration education to meet the RCN recommendations for Advanced Practice.
- Qualified Nurse Prescriber
- For Further information, please contact the practice and ask to be sent a copy of the Job Description and Job Specification
Desirable
- Minor Illness Qualification
- Teaching Qualification
- Experience of working as a Practice Nurse or Community Nurse
- Experience of chronic disease management
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena.
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).
