What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Nurse Practitioner position at The Grange, Greenview & Kinsley Medical Centres?
Job summary
We are a GP surgery providing both primary and secondary care services. This role is working within the primary care service.
A position has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to undertake the role of Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
Applicants should be NMC Registered with Independent Prescribing. They should have a recognised Nurse Practitioner qualification working at degree level and be knowledgeable to lead in QOF, WPPC and Care Home work for example.
The role is full time but there are options for working these hours over 4 days.
There is also the possibility of management opportunities.
Main duties of the job
They should have experience in management of minor illness, minor ailments and injuries and chronic disease management.
They should be able to participate in patient telephone and / or video consultations to manage patient demand and advise patients in the safest and most appropriate way relevant to their problems.
They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice.
The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
About us
We are an enthusiastic friendly practice with approximately 15,000 patients and use SystmOne clinical system.
The premises are modern, purpose built, well-equipped with a friendly working environment.
You would be working with 3 GP partners, 3 salaried GP's, a further advanced nurse practitioner, a minor illness nurse and a team of practice nurses, treatment room nurses and HCSW's.
The clinical team is strongly supported by a large reception and administration team, line managers and senior managers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Draft Job Description
1 Assess, diagnose, plan, implement andevaluate interventions / treatments for patients with complex needs.
2 Proactively identify, diagnose andmanage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition(as appropriate).
3 Diagnose and manage both acute andchronic conditions, integrating both drug and non-drug based treatment methodsinto a management plan.
4 Prescribe and review medication fortherapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance withevidence based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scopeof practice.
5 Manage caseload of housebound chronicdisease management patients.
6 Work with patients in order to supportcompliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribedor over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects andinteractions.
7 Telephone triage as appropriate forclinics and home visits and provide access to GPs as necessary.
8 Undertake appropriate home visits.
9 Take an active part in QOF management.
10 Prioritise health problems andintervene appropriately to asses the patient in complex, urgent or emergencysituations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
11 Support patients to adopt healthpromotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles ofself care. To give advice on HealthPromotion and Health Education.
12 Advise, support and administervaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate.
13 Support and manage health needs ofwomen presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual healthconsultation.
14 Triage patients (including Telephonetriage) to undertake nurse led clinics CHD, Warfarin / Anti-Coagulation,Diabetes, Rheumatology, Asthma and others as directed.
15 To undertake Audits, Appraisals,Health Promotions and Teaching / Mentoring Staff.
16 Implement and participate invaccination programme as appropriate.
17 Fit and remove implanon
18 Initiate insulin and manage patientsto L4
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Attributes / Requirements Essential Desirable
- Qualifications :
- NMC Registration Level 1 Yes
- Non-Medical Prescriber Yes
- Long Term Conditions Quals Yes
- Ear Care Qualifications Yes
- Cytology Qualifications Yes
- Vaccination Qualifications Yes
- Evidence of CPD Yes
Desirable
General
Essential