Job summary We are looking for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly Practice family. Are you a qualified ANP looking for a new challenge or a better work-life balance? Hours per week etc can be agreed upon at the point of interview / ongoing recruitment as our philosophy is to find the correct candidate in the first instance. At Ilex View Medical Practice we pride ourselves on our approach to providing caring services and offer a range of standard NHS and enhanced services. Benefits of the role include: - Flexible, family-friendly hours to suit - Competitive rates of pay - Competitive annual leave allowance - Access to the NHS Pension scheme - High-quality training and continued professional development opportunities - A supportive GP team - Experienced support staff - The opportunity to be involved in Practice development Main duties of the job The role will provide a high-quality service to the patients of the Practice; diagnosing and prescribing treatments and medicines while working within defined procedures and protocols. The post holder will consult with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems and make an assessment of their healthcare needs. About us Ilex View Medical Practice is a friendly, forward-thinking practice, serving over 9,000 patients in Rossendale. Our team is friendly and supportive and professional development is extremely important to us. The management team has an open-door policy and continuously works to improve the practice based on Staff and patient feedback. Date posted 13 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A1590-25-0000 Job locations 161 Bacup Road Rawtenstall BB4 7PL Job description Job responsibilities Job Description Advanced Nurse Practitioner Job Title: Advanced Nurse Practitioner Responsible to: Partners / GPs / Practice Manager Responsible for: N/A Job Purpose: To provide a high-quality service to the patients of the Practice; diagnosing and prescribing treatments and drugs while working within defined procedures and protocols as laid down by the GPs. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical 1. Receive patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems and make an assessment of their healthcare needs 2. Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, referral and discharge as appropriate and deliver key elements of NSFs, providing public health, health protection and promotion programmes that improve health and reduce inequalities 3. Break bad news to patients/parents/carers and provide appropriate ongoing support to meet identified needs 4. Act as part of the clinical governance team for the Practice and ensure significant events are reported using Practice procedures 5. Act as the Practice Safeguarding Champion / Lead Administration 6. To maintain accurate patient records and enter onto the computer using agreed Snomed Codes 7. To collect data and participate in regular Practice audit and research projects 8. To contribute to the preparation of any Practice development plans General 9. To maintain own 3 yearly registration with the NMC 10. To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct 11. To maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all Primary Health Care Team staff, patients, carers and co-workers from other agencies. Ensure that all statutory regulations (e.g. Health & Safety, COSHH, etc) are implemented and adhered to 12. To promote a professional approach at all times by attire and attitude to patients and staff both in and out of the Practice 13. To maintain own continuous professional development and ensure PDP kept up-to-date in line with the requirements of the Practice 14. Attend and participate in staff meetings 15. Any other reasonable duties that may be required from time-to-time Job description Job responsibilities Job Description Advanced Nurse Practitioner Job Title: Advanced Nurse Practitioner Responsible to: Partners / GPs / Practice Manager Responsible for: N/A Job Purpose: To provide a high-quality service to the patients of the Practice; diagnosing and prescribing treatments and drugs while working within defined procedures and protocols as laid down by the GPs. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical 1. Receive patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems and make an assessment of their healthcare needs 2. Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, referral and discharge as appropriate and deliver key elements of NSFs, providing public health, health protection and promotion programmes that improve health and reduce inequalities 3. Break bad news to patients/parents/carers and provide appropriate ongoing support to meet identified needs 4. Act as part of the clinical governance team for the Practice and ensure significant events are reported using Practice procedures 5. Act as the Practice Safeguarding Champion / Lead Administration 6. To maintain accurate patient records and enter onto the computer using agreed Snomed Codes 7. To collect data and participate in regular Practice audit and research projects 8. To contribute to the preparation of any Practice development plans General 9. To maintain own 3 yearly registration with the NMC 10. To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct 11. To maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all Primary Health Care Team staff, patients, carers and co-workers from other agencies. Ensure that all statutory regulations (e.g. Health & Safety, COSHH, etc) are implemented and adhered to 12. To promote a professional approach at all times by attire and attitude to patients and staff both in and out of the Practice 13. To maintain own continuous professional development and ensure PDP kept up-to-date in line with the requirements of the Practice 14. Attend and participate in staff meetings 15. Any other reasonable duties that may be required from time-to-time Person Specification Qualifications Essential Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Qualification Current NMC registration Honours degree in advanced nursing or equivalent Accredited training in chronic disease management Prescribing qualification Experience Essential Experience in triage Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions Evidence of professional development Experience in audit Desirable Worked in General Practice Evidence of service development Person Specification Qualifications Essential Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Qualification Current NMC registration Honours degree in advanced nursing or equivalent Accredited training in chronic disease management Prescribing qualification Experience Essential Experience in triage Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions Evidence of professional development Experience in audit Desirable Worked in General Practice Evidence of service development 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 Ilex View Medical Practice Address 161 Bacup Road Rawtenstall BB4 7PL Employer's website https://www.ilexviewmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)