Job summary The nurse practitioner plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive healthcare in the surgery, equipped to assess, diagnose, treat and manage a wide range of medical conditions. The ideal candidate will offer preventive care, health promotion and disease management, while collaborating with the wider team to ensure patient care. The role would be Monday - Friday on a full-time basis but we would consider a part-time role for the right candidate. Main duties of the job As a nurse practitioner you will play a key role in providing patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a friendly, welcoming team and make a difference to the lives of our patients. The main duties of the role will include: Patient assessment and diagnosis Treatment and management of illness Health promotion and preventive care Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests Prescribing medications Patient education Providing follow-up care Documenting patient information About us We are a welcoming practice with over 7,300 patients located in rural Herefordshire. Our modern, purpose-built facility serves as the hub for various healthcare services, including district nurses, health visitors, physiotherapists and a private dental clinic. Our clinical team meets weekly, and we also hold full staff meetings every quarter to ensure smooth collaboration and communication. We encourage career progression and professional development. Date posted 18 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A5790-25-0000 Job locations Kington Medical Practice Eardisley Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3EA Job description Job responsibilities The main duties of the role will include: Patient assessment and diagnosis Treatment and management of illness Health promotion and preventive care Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests Prescribing medications Patient education Providing follow-up care Documenting patient information Job description Job responsibilities The main duties of the role will include: Patient assessment and diagnosis Treatment and management of illness Health promotion and preventive care Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests Prescribing medications Patient education Providing follow-up care Documenting patient information Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered practice nurse Bachelors degree Experience Essential Registered Nurse, ideally within primary care Independent nurse prescriber Experience in clinical assessment, diagnosis and managing both acute and chronic illnesses Experience of prescribing and treatment plans Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered practice nurse Bachelors degree Experience Essential Registered Nurse, ideally within primary care Independent nurse prescriber Experience in clinical assessment, diagnosis and managing both acute and chronic illnesses Experience of prescribing and treatment plans 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 Kington Medical Practice Address Kington Medical Practice Eardisley Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3EA Employer's website https://www.kingtonmedicalpractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)