Job summary
Due to
our increasing list size, we are looking for a Nurse Practitioner/Paramedic who is
passionate about their role; you must be an established clinician and decision
maker. The successful Nurse Practitioner/Paramedic must be able to work autonomously, be
an independent prescriber and able to see patients with minor ailments.
Experience of visiting patients in their own homes would also be an
advantage
You
must be able to demonstrate safe and competent clinical decision making skills
including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care for patients
within a Primary Care setting.
If you
think you have the skills to meet our needs and can help us to deliver a
service to patients that is second to none then we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Assess, diagnose and treat patients attending with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Assess and refer to appropriate agency.
Directly admit patients to secondary care as necessary.
Request diagnostic investigation within agreed protocols.
Interpret a range of diagnostic tests and routine clinical procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with NHS guidelines.
Delivery of care in line with NICE guidelines.
About us
Cambridge Medical Group is an established forward-thinking GMS training practice, also providing broader health initiatives led by the Eston PCN. We currently consist of four dedicated partners, a skilled salaried GP, nursing team and administrative team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prioritise and triage patients
presenting with a range of acute and chronic conditions, making any necessary
referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner.
Implement and evaluate individual
specialised treatment plans for patients.
Provide advanced, specialist
nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based
evidence, NICE and the NSF.
Provide specialist clinics as
required.
Undertake the collection of
pathological specimens/request pathology services as necessary. Process and
interpret pathology and other test results as required.
Maintain accurate clinical
records in conjunction with extant legislation.
Ensure read codes are used
effectively.
Prioritise health issues and
intervene appropriately.
Contribute to practice targets
(QOF etc.), complying with local and regional guidance.
Liaise with external
services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable
patients etc.).
Support the clinical team with
all safeguarding matters in accordance with local and national policies.
Participate in local initiatives
to enhance service delivery and patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prioritise and triage patients
presenting with a range of acute and chronic conditions, making any necessary
referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner.
Implement and evaluate individual
specialised treatment plans for patients.
Provide advanced, specialist
nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based
evidence, NICE and the NSF.
Provide specialist clinics as
required.
Undertake the collection of
pathological specimens/request pathology services as necessary. Process and
interpret pathology and other test results as required.
Maintain accurate clinical
records in conjunction with extant legislation.
Ensure read codes are used
effectively.
Prioritise health issues and
intervene appropriately.
Contribute to practice targets
(QOF etc.), complying with local and regional guidance.
Liaise with external
services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable
patients etc.).
Support the clinical team with
all safeguarding matters in accordance with local and national policies.
Participate in local initiatives
to enhance service delivery and patient care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant HCP qualification
- Independent Prescriber
- Autonomous practitioner working independently and in conjuntion with other health care professionals
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant HCP qualification
- Independent Prescriber
- Autonomous practitioner working independently and in conjuntion with other health care professionals
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).