Job summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Enhanced Practice Nurse to join our PCN healthcare team. The Enhanced Practice Nurse will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care, assisting in the management of chronic diseases, and supporting the overall health needs of our patients. This position requires a strong understanding of nursing practices and a commitment to delivering exceptional care in a clinical setting. Main duties of the job Develop effective working relationship with PCN member practices. Facilitate and support the development and delivery of innovative training and education to staff, to improve competence and confidence, in line with best practice and guidance related to area of expertise. Participate in and or lead formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise. Provide professional and clinical leadership and mentorship, acting as a clinical role model on the delivery of evidence-based practice. Advise and support on the development and delivery of work streams relating to area of expertise as part of the PCNs strategy, where appropriate. Work proactively with key local and national stakeholders to develop more integrated care pathways and holistic models of care, through dissemination of specialist skills and knowledge. Contribute to the delivery of local policy, procedures and protocols for the PCN to improve identification, assessment, ongoing support for patients and their family carers. Consults with patients, their family, and the multi-professional team to undertake assessments of patient need and devise and evaluate complex care plans. Evaluates and analyses clinical problems using their clinical knowledge, seeking out and applying relevant evidence, enhanced techniques, interventions, and equipment to make clinical decisions. About us Our PCN is made up of 4 practice The Mounts Medical Centre, Favell Plus, Maple Access and Mayfield Practice, you will be required to work in all four clinical sites during the week. Date posted 04 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £40,000 to £50,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number A5509-24-0017 Job locations Billing Brook Road Weston Favell Northampton Northamptonshire NN3 8DW Mounts Medical Centre Campbell Street Northampton NN1 3DS Job description Job responsibilities Delivers enhanced clinical care in the context of continual change, challenging environments, different models of care delivery, innovation and rapidly evolving technologies using analysis and their underpinning knowledge to manage complex interventions. Teaches and advises patients and their families on how to manage their condition or support the multi-disciplinary team to do so. Demonstrate initiative and are creative in finding solutions to problems. Provide clinical supervision to the nurse team. Maintain quality patient records and use a database to store details of referrals and care pathways for specific patients. Job description Job responsibilities Delivers enhanced clinical care in the context of continual change, challenging environments, different models of care delivery, innovation and rapidly evolving technologies using analysis and their underpinning knowledge to manage complex interventions. Teaches and advises patients and their families on how to manage their condition or support the multi-disciplinary team to do so. Demonstrate initiative and are creative in finding solutions to problems. Provide clinical supervision to the nurse team. Maintain quality patient records and use a database to store details of referrals and care pathways for specific patients. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To qualify for this position you must have the following : Registered Health Care Professional (eg HCPC - NMC) Has a post graduate qualification at level 7 or above relevant to their area of enhanced practice, for example in wound care, diabetes plus respiratory and CVD, dementia, COPD, Asthma. Has worked within primary care in services that enhance the core general practice offer. Working at an enhanced level of practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework. Knowledge of audit - research and experience of analysing findings to improve practice. Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance. Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly demanding environment. Ability to work independently and make autonomous clinical decision within own area of competence. Evidence of continuing professional development. High level communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to reflect on own practice. Experience Essential Skills Strong patient care skills with a focus on compassion and empathy. In depth knowledge of anatomy to effectively understand patient needs and conditions. Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients and team members. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Proficient in using electronic health record systems for documentation. A commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated on best practices in nursing. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To qualify for this position you must have the following : Registered Health Care Professional (eg HCPC - NMC) Has a post graduate qualification at level 7 or above relevant to their area of enhanced practice, for example in wound care, diabetes plus respiratory and CVD, dementia, COPD, Asthma. Has worked within primary care in services that enhance the core general practice offer. Working at an enhanced level of practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework. Knowledge of audit - research and experience of analysing findings to improve practice. Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance. Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly demanding environment. Ability to work independently and make autonomous clinical decision within own area of competence. Evidence of continuing professional development. High level communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to reflect on own practice. Experience Essential Skills Strong patient care skills with a focus on compassion and empathy. In depth knowledge of anatomy to effectively understand patient needs and conditions. Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients and team members. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Proficient in using electronic health record systems for documentation. A commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated on best practices in nursing. 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 Weston Favell Primary Care Centre - Favell Plus GP Surgery Address Billing Brook Road Weston Favell Northampton Northamptonshire NN3 8DW Employer's website https://www.westonfavellsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)