Job summary Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner The Wycliffe Medical Practice are seeking to employ a Full-Time independently prescribing Advanced Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Clinical Practitioner, with the ideal candidate being someone who is proactive, enthusiastic and happy to work as part of an outstanding, long-established team. We welcome applications from nurses, ANPs & ECPs. At the Wycliffe Medical Practice, we strive to deliver a high quality, patient-centred healthcare and are looking for an advanced nurse practitioner who will share our vision. Main duties of the job Work as an autonomous practitioner as part of a multi-professional team in the delivery of high-quality care to registered patient list of approximately 10,900 patients. Triage, assess, diagnose, and treat patients requesting same day appointments, or refer to GP/nursing team for further intervention/management. Able to manage own caseload in response to unpredictable patterns of work. Act as a clinical expert in direct contact patient care. Facilitate 'expert' inter-professional care for the ill patient and their dependants by direction, supervision and example, and maintenance of all records. We are looking for excellent clinical skills, coupled with outstanding communication and a hands-on, patient focussed approach. You will need to be able to demonstrate safe and competent clinical decision making, as well as outstanding assessment and diagnostic skills. You must also be forward thinking, proactive, enthusiastic and able to work collaboratively within our friendly team. About us Practice Profile We are based in a large purpose-built site in the town of Lutterworth, and pride ourselves on providing a friendly, patient centred service. 10,900 patient list size SystmOne The clinical team includes 4 GP Partners, 5 Salaried GPs, 1 ANP, 4 Nurses, 1 Nurse Associate, 2 HCAs, 1 FCP and 2 Mental Health Practitioners. Outstanding PCN Pharmacist Support Experienced reception and administrational team GP registrar training practice Medical Students (1st, 3rd and 5th years) teaching practice High QOF achievement Opportunities to develop skills Member of a strong South Blaby and Lutterworth PCN Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £31 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Job share Reference number A1973-25-0003 Job locations Lutterworth Medical Centre Gilmorton Road Lutterworth Leicestershire LE17 4EB Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities will be: To assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions. Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions. Clinically examine and assess patient needs and plan clinical care accordingly. Care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis and be able to refer appropriately. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles Demonstrate appropriate communication ensuring patients are fully informed and consent to treatment DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES General 1.1Continue to develop, expand and role model own personal clinical expertise as autonomous practitioner. 1.2 Develop own areas of specific clinical expertise in order to link acute, primary, community and emergency care sectors in expanding nursing practice. 1.3 To ensure that the practices Clinical Governance requirements are delivered including the development of sound clinical practices. 1.4 Coordinates and manages the delivery of inter-professional care. 1.5 Ensures the prompt instigation of appropriate treatment following consultation with the relevant care groups. 1.6Monitors the care of patients with other team members to ensure that care is implemented and remains appropriate to the needs and wishes of the patient. Provides and receives complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required. This may be because agreement or co-ordination is required or because there are barriers to understanding. 1.8 Demonstrates effective communication skills in highly distressing or emotional circumstances, this includes: terminal illness, child abuse and family breakdown. Clinical 1.9 Analyse, monitor and evaluate standards of care and facilitate remedial action when necessary. 1.10 Deliver specialised care in keeping with the needs and wishes of patients and their families. 1.11 Ensures patient care is delivered in accordance with established policies and protocols and to the agreed standard. 1.12 Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical policies 1.13 To prescribe effectively using the local formulary as appropriate. 1.14 Suturing of patients wounds, following assessment. 1.15 Contribute to developments in the Practice in response to Practice objectives and develops practice accordingly. 1.16 Analyse complex situations and to make an objective interpretation and rationale, to achieve the best solution. 1.17 Request and interpret a range of blood tests/microbiology/radiology tests. 1.18 To carry out venepuncture if required. 1.19 Knowledge of the cardiac arrest procedures, anaphylactic shock, violent incidents fire regulations, and, ensuring that appropriate action is taken in response to such an emergency. 1.20 To be able to maintain accurate electronic and written patient records for users of services provided. 1.21 To be aware of responsibilities under the Data Protection Act. 1.22 To participate in regular multi-professional team meetings. 1.23 To ensure effective communication with nursing and medical colleagues. 1.24 To treat everyone with whom you come into contact, with dignity and respect. 1.25 Promote Equality & Diversity and a non-discriminatory culture. 1.26 Identify and take action when other peoples behaviour undermines Equality and Diversity. Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities will be: To assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions. Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions. Clinically examine and assess patient needs and plan clinical care accordingly. Care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis and be able to refer appropriately. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles Demonstrate appropriate communication ensuring patients are fully informed and consent to treatment DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES General 1.1Continue to develop, expand and role model own personal clinical expertise as autonomous practitioner. 1.2 Develop own areas of specific clinical expertise in order to link acute, primary, community and emergency care sectors in expanding nursing practice. 1.3 To ensure that the practices Clinical Governance requirements are delivered including the development of sound clinical practices. 1.4 Coordinates and manages the delivery of inter-professional care. 1.5 Ensures the prompt instigation of appropriate treatment following consultation with the relevant care groups. 1.6Monitors the care of patients with other team members to ensure that care is implemented and remains appropriate to the needs and wishes of the patient. Provides and receives complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required. This may be because agreement or co-ordination is required or because there are barriers to understanding. 1.8 Demonstrates effective communication skills in highly distressing or emotional circumstances, this includes: terminal illness, child abuse and family breakdown. Clinical 1.9 Analyse, monitor and evaluate standards of care and facilitate remedial action when necessary. 1.10 Deliver specialised care in keeping with the needs and wishes of patients and their families. 1.11 Ensures patient care is delivered in accordance with established policies and protocols and to the agreed standard. 1.12 Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical policies 1.13 To prescribe effectively using the local formulary as appropriate. 1.14 Suturing of patients wounds, following assessment. 1.15 Contribute to developments in the Practice in response to Practice objectives and develops practice accordingly. 1.16 Analyse complex situations and to make an objective interpretation and rationale, to achieve the best solution. 1.17 Request and interpret a range of blood tests/microbiology/radiology tests. 1.18 To carry out venepuncture if required. 1.19 Knowledge of the cardiac arrest procedures, anaphylactic shock, violent incidents fire regulations, and, ensuring that appropriate action is taken in response to such an emergency. 1.20 To be able to maintain accurate electronic and written patient records for users of services provided. 1.21 To be aware of responsibilities under the Data Protection Act. 1.22 To participate in regular multi-professional team meetings. 1.23 To ensure effective communication with nursing and medical colleagues. 1.24 To treat everyone with whom you come into contact, with dignity and respect. 1.25 Promote Equality & Diversity and a non-discriminatory culture. 1.26 Identify and take action when other peoples behaviour undermines Equality and Diversity. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse MSc Nursing Degree Desirable Minor Illness and Injury Qualifications Experience Essential Applicants should be autonomous practitioners with experience in primary care and minor illness. Able to independently Prescribe. At least 2 years experience of working as an ANP or ACP within General Practice Minor Illness and Injury qualifications A Knowledge of SystmOne, Clarity Teamnet and would be an advantage however being a Fast learner with the ability to learn a variety of IT based systems is essential. Desirable N/A Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse MSc Nursing Degree Desirable Minor Illness and Injury Qualifications Experience Essential Applicants should be autonomous practitioners with experience in primary care and minor illness. Able to independently Prescribe. At least 2 years experience of working as an ANP or ACP within General Practice Minor Illness and Injury qualifications A Knowledge of SystmOne, Clarity Teamnet and would be an advantage however being a Fast learner with the ability to learn a variety of IT based systems is essential. Desirable N/A 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). Employer details Employer name Wycliffe Medical Practice Address Lutterworth Medical Centre Gilmorton Road Lutterworth Leicestershire LE17 4EB Employer's website http://www.wycliffemedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)