Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Clinical (Nurse or Paramedic) Practitioner to join the
North West Leicestershire GP Federation to support the Primary Care Network, as part of our Nursing or Paramedic Team. The post holder will be supported and mentored by our Senior Advanced Nurse Practitioner or Senior Paramedic and Leadership Team, and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
in a patient-facing environment. The post holder will be employed by
North West Leicestershire Federation and be based in a practice within our PCN.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the
presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of their care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical
decision-making and expert care for patients. Experience of online
consultation, minor illness and women's health (HRT treatment, contraception, gynaecological
care, etc.) is essential for this role.
They will work collaboratively
with the multi-disciplinary team across all member PCN practices, to meet the
needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and
providing leadership as required, seeking
quality improvement, and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes
framework to enhance services. In order to work at this level, NMC or
HCPC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
About us
The North West Leicestershire GP Federation consists of 12
GP Practices covering 116,000 patients. The GP Federation operates the North
West Leicestershire Primary Care Network which is the largest within Leicester,
Leicestershire and Rutland. We want to support the development of the team and
provide additional capacity as the service grows. We are an ambitious and
innovative organisation looking to develop services for our patients and
provide opportunities for our staff to learn and grow. We are a forward thinking Primary Care Network that is
committed to working as a multidisciplinary team and recognise and utilise the
full potential of every individual.
We are looking for ambitious full time or part time individuals to join our team and
can facilitate some flexible working. If you are passionate, self-motivated
and driven about supporting people and developing your career in primary
care then please consider joining our friendly supportive team.
Please be aware that our organisation does not hold a visa sponsor licence, so we are unable to accept applications from those requiring visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
Interviews for this role will take place on Tuesday 14th October.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Pharmacist - Job Description
Responsible to: This role is directly employed by the North West
Leicestershire GP Federation and the post holder will work for the North West
Leicestershire PCN.
Job Summary
The post holder is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the
presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of their care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical
decision-making and expert care for patients. Experience of online
consultation, minor illness and womens health (HRT treatment, contraception, gynaecological
care, etc.) is essential for this role.
They will work collaboratively
with the multi-disciplinary team across all member PCN practices, to meet the
needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and
providing leadership as required, seeking
quality improvement, and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes
framework to enhance services. In order to work at this level, NMC or
HCPC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
The post
holder will ensure that the practice integrates with community and local
service providers to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure
better access to healthcare, and help manage workload. The role is pivotal to
improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires
motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.
The post
holder will be required to identify any signposting, referrals, hospital
admission or any other services identified within the care/healthcare
pathway. Furthermore, you will advise
and provide support to members of the public/patients in leading healthy
lifestyles, disease prevention and health promotion.
The
postholder will maintain, update, and monitor accurate systematic patient
records of patient interactions, clinical care provided including adverse
events. You will also lead and ensure concise and
accurate PCN and Federation audits are conducted.
The post holder will be required
to undertake any other duties as deemed reasonable within the PCN and
Federation to support the adherence of the PCN DES Contract.
Please see attached document for full job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Pharmacist - Job Description
Responsible to: This role is directly employed by the North West
Leicestershire GP Federation and the post holder will work for the North West
Leicestershire PCN.
Job Summary
The post holder is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the
presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of their care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical
decision-making and expert care for patients. Experience of online
consultation, minor illness and womens health (HRT treatment, contraception, gynaecological
care, etc.) is essential for this role.
They will work collaboratively
with the multi-disciplinary team across all member PCN practices, to meet the
needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and
providing leadership as required, seeking
quality improvement, and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes
framework to enhance services. In order to work at this level, NMC or
HCPC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
The post
holder will ensure that the practice integrates with community and local
service providers to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure
better access to healthcare, and help manage workload. The role is pivotal to
improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires
motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.
The post
holder will be required to identify any signposting, referrals, hospital
admission or any other services identified within the care/healthcare
pathway. Furthermore, you will advise
and provide support to members of the public/patients in leading healthy
lifestyles, disease prevention and health promotion.
The
postholder will maintain, update, and monitor accurate systematic patient
records of patient interactions, clinical care provided including adverse
events. You will also lead and ensure concise and
accurate PCN and Federation audits are conducted.
The post holder will be required
to undertake any other duties as deemed reasonable within the PCN and
Federation to support the adherence of the PCN DES Contract.
Please see attached document for full job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mandatory registration with NMC or HCPC (with no current issues under investigation) which includes revalidation.
- Degree in Adult Nursing or Level 6 qualification / Bachelors Degree in Paramedic Science (or equivalent).
- Currently completing or have completed a MSc Advanced Clinical Practice).
- Independent prescriber or working towards prescribing qualification.
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification experience.
- Experience of online consultation, minor illness and womens health (HRT treatment, contraception, gynaecological care, etc.).
- An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good IT skills.
- Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
- Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
- Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
- Gain acceptance for recommendations and influence/motivate/ persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations/ agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers.
- Work effectively independently and as a team member.
- Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision.
Desirable
- In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients).
- Produce timely and informative reports.
Other
Essential
- Self-Motivated
- Adaptable
- In date DBS
- Up to date safeguarding adult and children level three training (will be an essential requirement of role)
- Have immunisation status
- Up to date basic life support training
Desirable
- Full Driving Licence
- Up to date Information Governance training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mandatory registration with NMC or HCPC (with no current issues under investigation) which includes revalidation.
- Degree in Adult Nursing or Level 6 qualification / Bachelors Degree in Paramedic Science (or equivalent).
- Currently completing or have completed a MSc Advanced Clinical Practice).
- Independent prescriber or working towards prescribing qualification.
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification experience.
- Experience of online consultation, minor illness and womens health (HRT treatment, contraception, gynaecological care, etc.).
- An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good IT skills.
- Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
- Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
- Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
- Gain acceptance for recommendations and influence/motivate/ persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations/ agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers.
- Work effectively independently and as a team member.
- Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision.
Desirable
- In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients).
- Produce timely and informative reports.
Other
Essential
- Self-Motivated
- Adaptable
- In date DBS
- Up to date safeguarding adult and children level three training (will be an essential requirement of role)
- Have immunisation status
- Up to date basic life support training
Desirable
- Full Driving Licence
- Up to date Information Governance training
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).
