Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Are you an experienced, passionate Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) ready to elevate your career in a supportive, innovative environment? We are excited to welcome a dedicated ANP/ACP to join our team at School Lane, a thriving, forward-thinking practice where excellence isn't just a goal - it's a way of life. Apart from the usual formal requirements (see the attached JD and personal spec), we really want to hear from you if you are: Experienced in working in primary care Positive, open and solution-focused Deeply committed to patient-centred care Excellent communicators and collaborators Enthusiastic about supporting fellow team members as part of #TeamSLS. What We Offer: Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications) Employee Assistance Programme including a range of benefits including discounts Flexible working to suit your needs Friendly, supportive team culture Ongoing opportunities for growth and potential leadership pathways. For an informal conversation, please reach out to Marc Rolph using the contact details given. Closing date for Applications: 31st January 2025 (We may close earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates) Main duties of the job
Job Summary: The role of Advanced Clinical or Nurse Practitioner (ACP/ANP) requires an experienced, autonomous clinician who will provide patient care across a spectrum of needs, including clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation. Working within professional boundaries, the post holder will demonstrate expertise in clinical decision-making and patient care within general practice, using a holistic approach to treatment and patient education. This role requires the ACP/ANP to act in alignment with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for advanced practice, which must be maintained and updated as needed. About us
School Lane Surgery has long been established in Thetford as one of two large practices in the town. We and our neighbours at Watton Medical Practice formed The Breckland Alliance Primary Care Network in 2019, working together to deliver high quality, sustainable primary health care to the population of Thetford and the surrounding area. We have recently expanded the role of our Alliance and own a provider company which focuses on clinical research & the delivery of non-primary care NHS services. Additionally, we share a number of staff and processes across our Alliance. As a Practice and an Alliance, we work closely with the Norfolk & Waveney Training Hub to offer the highest quality of education and support to our team. We are part of the West Suffolk Vocational Training Scheme and have a successful research team. As a provider of Improved Enhanced Access, we can also offer you a flexible working pattern to suit your lifestyle and help you to develop a career interest whilst making the most of living and working in this stunning part of East Anglia. Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities: Independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis in Primary Care, initiating referral where appropriate. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care using evidence-based practice, managing both acute and chronic conditions autonomously. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. Work with patients 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 and patient education. Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs. Undertake home visits in accordance with the relevant protocols. Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct seeking advice when required and referring onto relevant health professionals/agencies. Produce accurate, contemporaneous, and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Effectively share relevant information and promote collaborative team working. Working to improve the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate. Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality. Deliver care according to NICE guidelines, local guidelines and evidence-based care. Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation. Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities. Critically appraise and synthesize the outcome of relevant research, evaluations and audits and act on this information in collaboration with colleagues to continuously develop the services. Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisations such as the Primary Care Network. Understand and support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance. Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence to scope of practice and not acting outside of clinical scope and knowledge boundaries. Contribute to the practice achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery as well as highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care. Provide education and training to other staff and students. Participate, when required, in the investigation of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through significant events, incidents and near-miss events. Foster a culture of professionalism, compassion, excellence and the development of effective team working. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. Person Specification
Skills & Attributes
Evidence of computer literacy experience of using Microsoft office e.g. Word, Excel. The interpretation and treatment of pathology results. Physical Assessment of Adults and Children. Primary Care experience. Skills in triage. Clinical leadership skills. Compiling protocols and clinical guidelines. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting. Able to use SystmOne. Able to chair meetings ensuring tasks are progressed. Able to develop comprehensive systems to solve organisational problems. Experience
Advanced clinical practice and examination skills. Experience in telephone triage and video consultation. Management of long-term conditions (i.e., COPD and asthma). Qualifications
Registered first level nurse MSc or equivalent. Clinical supervision training and experience. 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.
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Are you an experienced, passionate Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) ready to elevate your career in a supportive, innovative environment? We are excited to welcome a dedicated ANP/ACP to join our team at School Lane, a thriving, forward-thinking practice where excellence isn't just a goal - it's a way of life. Apart from the usual formal requirements (see the attached JD and personal spec), we really want to hear from you if you are: Experienced in working in primary care Positive, open and solution-focused Deeply committed to patient-centred care Excellent communicators and collaborators Enthusiastic about supporting fellow team members as part of #TeamSLS. What We Offer: Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications) Employee Assistance Programme including a range of benefits including discounts Flexible working to suit your needs Friendly, supportive team culture Ongoing opportunities for growth and potential leadership pathways. For an informal conversation, please reach out to Marc Rolph using the contact details given. Closing date for Applications: 31st January 2025 (We may close earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates) Main duties of the job
Job Summary: The role of Advanced Clinical or Nurse Practitioner (ACP/ANP) requires an experienced, autonomous clinician who will provide patient care across a spectrum of needs, including clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation. Working within professional boundaries, the post holder will demonstrate expertise in clinical decision-making and patient care within general practice, using a holistic approach to treatment and patient education. This role requires the ACP/ANP to act in alignment with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for advanced practice, which must be maintained and updated as needed. About us
School Lane Surgery has long been established in Thetford as one of two large practices in the town. We and our neighbours at Watton Medical Practice formed The Breckland Alliance Primary Care Network in 2019, working together to deliver high quality, sustainable primary health care to the population of Thetford and the surrounding area. We have recently expanded the role of our Alliance and own a provider company which focuses on clinical research & the delivery of non-primary care NHS services. Additionally, we share a number of staff and processes across our Alliance. As a Practice and an Alliance, we work closely with the Norfolk & Waveney Training Hub to offer the highest quality of education and support to our team. We are part of the West Suffolk Vocational Training Scheme and have a successful research team. As a provider of Improved Enhanced Access, we can also offer you a flexible working pattern to suit your lifestyle and help you to develop a career interest whilst making the most of living and working in this stunning part of East Anglia. Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities: Independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis in Primary Care, initiating referral where appropriate. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care using evidence-based practice, managing both acute and chronic conditions autonomously. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. Work with patients 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 and patient education. Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs. Undertake home visits in accordance with the relevant protocols. Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct seeking advice when required and referring onto relevant health professionals/agencies. Produce accurate, contemporaneous, and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Effectively share relevant information and promote collaborative team working. Working to improve the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate. Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality. Deliver care according to NICE guidelines, local guidelines and evidence-based care. Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation. Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities. Critically appraise and synthesize the outcome of relevant research, evaluations and audits and act on this information in collaboration with colleagues to continuously develop the services. Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisations such as the Primary Care Network. Understand and support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance. Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence to scope of practice and not acting outside of clinical scope and knowledge boundaries. Contribute to the practice achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery as well as highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care. Provide education and training to other staff and students. Participate, when required, in the investigation of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through significant events, incidents and near-miss events. Foster a culture of professionalism, compassion, excellence and the development of effective team working. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. Person Specification
Skills & Attributes
Evidence of computer literacy experience of using Microsoft office e.g. Word, Excel. The interpretation and treatment of pathology results. Physical Assessment of Adults and Children. Primary Care experience. Skills in triage. Clinical leadership skills. Compiling protocols and clinical guidelines. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting. Able to use SystmOne. Able to chair meetings ensuring tasks are progressed. Able to develop comprehensive systems to solve organisational problems. Experience
Advanced clinical practice and examination skills. Experience in telephone triage and video consultation. Management of long-term conditions (i.e., COPD and asthma). Qualifications
Registered first level nurse MSc or equivalent. Clinical supervision training and experience. 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.
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