Job summary
The Old School Surgery is looking to recruit an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our clinical team for approximately 4 sessions per week.
This role provides an opportunity to work autonomously within a supportive multidisciplinary practice, assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with a wide range of acute and ongoing healthcare needs.
The ANP will work closely with GP partners, nurses and the wider clinical team, helping support the delivery of high-quality patient care while contributing to the practices patient access model.
We are a friendly, partner-led practice serving around 7,500 patients and are continuing to strengthen how we organise services and support communication across the practice. Digital triage systems such as Rapid Health help ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate clinician while maintaining access to face-to-face appointments.
We are looking for a clinician who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and who wants to contribute to a practice focused on providing responsive, patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will provide autonomous clinical assessment and management for patients presenting with a range of acute and ongoing health conditions.
The role includes assessing, diagnosing and treating patients within scope of practice, prescribing where qualified, and supporting the management of both urgent and routine patient presentations.
Working closely with GP partners and the nursing team, the ANP will contribute to the effective delivery of clinical services within the practice. The role may include supporting the practices triage processes and helping ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate clinician.
The ANP will work collaboratively with colleagues across the practice, including nurses, healthcare assistants and patient co-ordinators, helping ensure patients receive safe, efficient and well-coordinated care.
About us
The Old School Surgery is a friendly, partner-led GP practice serving approximately 7,500 patients in Stoney Stanton, Leicestershire.
We pride ourselves on providing high-quality patient care through strong teamwork and collaboration across the whole practice. Our multidisciplinary team includes GP partners, salaried GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, patient co-ordinators, administrative staff and a dispensary team.
We also work closely with a wider clinical team including clinical pharmacists, physiotherapists, a paramedic practitioner, midwife, mental health practitioners and social prescribers through our Primary Care Network.
We are committed to creating a supportive working environment where staff feel valued and where teams work together to deliver excellent patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The Old School
Surgery is seeking to recruit an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our
clinical team.
This role is
offered on a part-time basis of approximately 4 sessions per week, with
flexibility around how those sessions are structured across the working week.
The ANP will
work autonomously within their scope of practice to assess, diagnose and manage
patients presenting with a wide range of acute and ongoing health needs.
Working closely
with GP partners, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, the role
supports the delivery of high-quality patient care while contributing to the
practices modern patient access model.
About The Old School Surgery
The Old School Surgery is a
partner-led GP practice serving approximately 7,500 patients in Stoney Stanton,
Leicestershire.
Our multidisciplinary team
includes:
-
GP Partner
-
Paramedic
-
Salaried GPs
-
Medical Health Practitioner
-
Practice Nurses
-
Physio
-
Healthcare Assistant
-
Midwife
-
Patient Coordinators
-
Clinical Pharmacists
-
Administration Staff
-
Dispensary Team
The practice is continuing to
develop systems and processes that improve patient access to care and support effective
communication across the team.
Digital access tools such as Rapid
Health support patient triage and help ensure patients are directed to the most
appropriate clinician while maintaining good access to face-to-face
appointments.
Purpose of the Role
The Advanced Nurse Practitioner
will provide autonomous clinical care within their scope of practice,
supporting the management of patients presenting with both acute and ongoing
healthcare needs.
Working collaboratively with the
clinical team, the ANP will contribute to the assessment, diagnosis and
management of patients while supporting the efficient delivery of primary care
services within the practice.
The role offers the opportunity to
work within a supportive multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering
patient-centred care.
Clinical Responsibilities
The post-holder will provide
advanced clinical assessment and management for patients presenting with a wide
range of health conditions.
Responsibilities may include:
-
Assessment, diagnosis and management of acute
illnesses
-
Management of patients with long-term conditions
where appropriate
-
Prescribing in line with professional
qualifications and practice protocols
-
Requesting and interpreting investigations where
appropriate
-
Providing treatment plans and follow-up care
-
Referring patients to other healthcare
professionals or services when necessary
The ANP may also support triage
systems where appropriate, helping ensure patients are directed to the most
suitable clinician.
Clinical Interests
The practice welcomes clinicians
who bring additional clinical interests that support the wider needs of the
practice population.
Experience or interest in areas
such as wound care, womens health and HRT management, and long-term condition
support would complement the existing clinical team and contribute to the range
of services available to patients.
Working Within the Clinical
Team
The ANP will work collaboratively
with:
-
GP Partners
-
Salaried GPs
-
Practice Nurses
-
Healthcare Assistants
-
Patient Co-ordinators
-
Clinical Pharmacists
The practice operates a strong
team-based approach to patient care, where clinicians are supported by
administrative teams that help coordinate patient communication and requests.
Systems and Digital Tools
The practice uses a number of
digital systems to support patient care and communication, including:
-
SystmOne
-
Accurx
-
Rapid Health
Training and support will be
available where required.
Professional Development
The practice is committed to
supporting the professional development of its clinical team.
The ANP will be encouraged to
participate in ongoing professional development and maintain their clinical
competencies in accordance with professional requirements.
Working Pattern
This role is offered on a
part-time basis of approximately 4 sessions per week.
Sessions may be
arranged flexibly across the week and may include a mixture of morning and
afternoon clinics depending on the needs of the practice and the successful
candidate.
Person Specification
Essential
-
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
-
Qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner
-
Independent prescribing qualification
-
Experience working autonomously within primary
care or urgent care settings
-
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making
skills
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
-
Experience working in general practice
-
Experience using SystmOne, Accurx
-
Experience managing urgent or same-day patient
presentations
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The Old School
Surgery is seeking to recruit an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our
clinical team.
This role is
offered on a part-time basis of approximately 4 sessions per week, with
flexibility around how those sessions are structured across the working week.
The ANP will
work autonomously within their scope of practice to assess, diagnose and manage
patients presenting with a wide range of acute and ongoing health needs.
Working closely
with GP partners, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, the role
supports the delivery of high-quality patient care while contributing to the
practices modern patient access model.
About The Old School Surgery
The Old School Surgery is a
partner-led GP practice serving approximately 7,500 patients in Stoney Stanton,
Leicestershire.
Our multidisciplinary team
includes:
-
GP Partner
-
Paramedic
-
Salaried GPs
-
Medical Health Practitioner
-
Practice Nurses
-
Physio
-
Healthcare Assistant
-
Midwife
-
Patient Coordinators
-
Clinical Pharmacists
-
Administration Staff
-
Dispensary Team
The practice is continuing to
develop systems and processes that improve patient access to care and support effective
communication across the team.
Digital access tools such as Rapid
Health support patient triage and help ensure patients are directed to the most
appropriate clinician while maintaining good access to face-to-face
appointments.
Purpose of the Role
The Advanced Nurse Practitioner
will provide autonomous clinical care within their scope of practice,
supporting the management of patients presenting with both acute and ongoing
healthcare needs.
Working collaboratively with the
clinical team, the ANP will contribute to the assessment, diagnosis and
management of patients while supporting the efficient delivery of primary care
services within the practice.
The role offers the opportunity to
work within a supportive multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering
patient-centred care.
Clinical Responsibilities
The post-holder will provide
advanced clinical assessment and management for patients presenting with a wide
range of health conditions.
Responsibilities may include:
-
Assessment, diagnosis and management of acute
illnesses
-
Management of patients with long-term conditions
where appropriate
-
Prescribing in line with professional
qualifications and practice protocols
-
Requesting and interpreting investigations where
appropriate
-
Providing treatment plans and follow-up care
-
Referring patients to other healthcare
professionals or services when necessary
The ANP may also support triage
systems where appropriate, helping ensure patients are directed to the most
suitable clinician.
Clinical Interests
The practice welcomes clinicians
who bring additional clinical interests that support the wider needs of the
practice population.
Experience or interest in areas
such as wound care, womens health and HRT management, and long-term condition
support would complement the existing clinical team and contribute to the range
of services available to patients.
Working Within the Clinical
Team
The ANP will work collaboratively
with:
-
GP Partners
-
Salaried GPs
-
Practice Nurses
-
Healthcare Assistants
-
Patient Co-ordinators
-
Clinical Pharmacists
The practice operates a strong
team-based approach to patient care, where clinicians are supported by
administrative teams that help coordinate patient communication and requests.
Systems and Digital Tools
The practice uses a number of
digital systems to support patient care and communication, including:
-
SystmOne
-
Accurx
-
Rapid Health
Training and support will be
available where required.
Professional Development
The practice is committed to
supporting the professional development of its clinical team.
The ANP will be encouraged to
participate in ongoing professional development and maintain their clinical
competencies in accordance with professional requirements.
Working Pattern
This role is offered on a
part-time basis of approximately 4 sessions per week.
Sessions may be
arranged flexibly across the week and may include a mixture of morning and
afternoon clinics depending on the needs of the practice and the successful
candidate.
Person Specification
Essential
-
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
-
Qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner
-
Independent prescribing qualification
-
Experience working autonomously within primary
care or urgent care settings
-
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making
skills
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
-
Experience working in general practice
-
Experience using SystmOne, Accurx
-
Experience managing urgent or same-day patient
presentations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
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).
