Job Summary
As part of the 7 Day Service that we run, we provide Menopause Clinics to patients across the area. These clinics are designed to allow the clinicians to do a holistic assessment of every patient and to work with them to ensure that their needs are being met.
We are looking for a nurse prescriber to join our current menopause team. The successful applicant will join our team on a zero-hours contract and shifts will be requested by them and assigned by our dedicated team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of so many people across our area who are struggling to get the care that they need.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this job is to provide high quality primary healthcare, to meet the needs of the patient population of Hartlepool and Stockton to the highest possible standards.
You will do this by completing a holistic assessment of each patient with regards to menopause management and meet any identified needs.
About Us
At Hartlepool and Stockton Health GP Federation our guiding aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of local people. Relationships are key to everything we do and by working with our practice members and their Primary Care Networks, as well as other local partners, we strive to provide excellent services that help people to live their best lives.
When you join our team we want to help you to do your best for our patients every day, and so we offer flexible working and a friendly, supportive workplace. To us, your attitude is the most important thing that you bring to your role so if you are positive, enthusiastic and treat people brilliantly then this could be the place for you.
We operate to a gold standard in everything we do, because that is what our patients and practices deserve. If job satisfaction for you comes from knowing that you made a difference today then we would love to hear from you!
Date posted
09 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0524-25-0017
Job locations
Gloucester House, 72 Church Road, Stockton, Teesside, TS18 1TW
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
In accordance with service requirements, you will:
* Complete a holistic assessment of each patient with regards to menopause management and meet any identified needs.
* Carry out physical measurements, such as blood pressure, weight, height, body mass index (BMI), and waist measurement.
* Prescribe / initiate hormone replacement products, where appropriate.
* Request bloods to facilitate further investigations, where appropriate.
* Refer Patients to the Specialist Menopause Service, where appropriate.
* Refer patients for additional support, e.g. making a referral to the Personalised Care Team, where appropriate.
* Inform the patient's registered GP Practice regarding any changes or additions that have been made to their prescription(s).
* Attend Team Clinical Supervision.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Experience Managing Menopause in Primary Care.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Ability to Work Independently
* Ability to Work as Part of a Team
Desirable
* Knowledge of SystmOne Clinical System.
Qualifications
Essential
* Registration with the NMC
* Independent Nurse Prescribing Qualification
* Training in Managing Menopause in Primary Care.
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.
Employer details
Employer name: Hartlepool & Stockton Health [H&SH]
Address: Gloucester House, 72 Church Road, Stockton, Teesside, TS18 1TW
Employer's website: https://www.hartlepoolandstocktonhealth.co.uk/
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