Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Langley Corner Surgery
Alliance for Better Care are advertising on behalf of Langley Corner Surgery - Crawley Care Collaborative PCN, who are looking for an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Whilst General Practice has some challenging times ahead, this role provides an exciting and innovative opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the communities they serve. The successful candidate will be provided with excellent support, the opportunity for development in the role, and will be clinically supervised by a General Practitioner. Main duties of the job
The post holder is an experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. 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 teams to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. In order to work at this level NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met. About us
Crawley Care Collaborative Primary Care Network is an NHS Collaboration between four GP Practices - Bridge Medical Centre, Langley Corner Surgery, Leacroft Medical Practice and Southgate Medical Group - working together to provide enhanced access services. Our surgery teams work closely, sharing expertise and resources to develop new services. Our vision is to continue to improve the quality of care that we provide in alignment with the needs of our patient population. Our Primary Care Network builds on the existing primary care services and enables a greater provision of proactive, personalised and more integrated health and social care. We are supported by practitioners in additional roles who allow us to create bespoke multi-disciplinary teams based on the needs of our local population. Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Clinical Practice Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective. Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition. Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national, local and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care. Communication Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment. Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication. Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders. Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Deliver care according to NICE guidelines and evidence-based care. Person Specification
Other
Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from all communities. Able to recognise personal limitations and refer to more appropriate colleague(s) when needed. Able to provide leadership and maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative. Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis. Qualifications
Registered first level nurse MSc or equivalent. Clinical supervision training and experience. Community nursing specialist qualification. Experience
Recent primary and community nursing experience. Nurse-led management of minor illness, minor ailments and injuries. Nurse-led triage. Compiling protocols and clinical guidelines. Clinical Leadership. Audit. Research. Nurse prescribing. Project management. Working with community development initiatives. Knowledge and Skills
Advanced clinical practice skills. Management of patients with long-term conditions. Clinical examination skills. Communication skills, both written and verbal. Knowledge of public health issues. 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. £49,419.20 to £55,654.05 a year Dependent on experience
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Alliance for Better Care are advertising on behalf of Langley Corner Surgery - Crawley Care Collaborative PCN, who are looking for an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Whilst General Practice has some challenging times ahead, this role provides an exciting and innovative opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the communities they serve. The successful candidate will be provided with excellent support, the opportunity for development in the role, and will be clinically supervised by a General Practitioner. Main duties of the job
The post holder is an experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. 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 teams to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. In order to work at this level NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met. About us
Crawley Care Collaborative Primary Care Network is an NHS Collaboration between four GP Practices - Bridge Medical Centre, Langley Corner Surgery, Leacroft Medical Practice and Southgate Medical Group - working together to provide enhanced access services. Our surgery teams work closely, sharing expertise and resources to develop new services. Our vision is to continue to improve the quality of care that we provide in alignment with the needs of our patient population. Our Primary Care Network builds on the existing primary care services and enables a greater provision of proactive, personalised and more integrated health and social care. We are supported by practitioners in additional roles who allow us to create bespoke multi-disciplinary teams based on the needs of our local population. Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Clinical Practice Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective. Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition. Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national, local and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care. Communication Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment. Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication. Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders. Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Deliver care according to NICE guidelines and evidence-based care. Person Specification
Other
Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from all communities. Able to recognise personal limitations and refer to more appropriate colleague(s) when needed. Able to provide leadership and maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative. Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis. Qualifications
Registered first level nurse MSc or equivalent. Clinical supervision training and experience. Community nursing specialist qualification. Experience
Recent primary and community nursing experience. Nurse-led management of minor illness, minor ailments and injuries. Nurse-led triage. Compiling protocols and clinical guidelines. Clinical Leadership. Audit. Research. Nurse prescribing. Project management. Working with community development initiatives. Knowledge and Skills
Advanced clinical practice skills. Management of patients with long-term conditions. Clinical examination skills. Communication skills, both written and verbal. Knowledge of public health issues. 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. £49,419.20 to £55,654.05 a year Dependent on experience
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