Job summary This is a new exciting opportunity for the right individuals to join a service that supports the provision of the Enhanced Health in Care Home aspect of the National DES PCN Contract. This service reaches across large proportion of the Care Home Sector within Dudley giving a first class provision of health care to those residents who fall under the scope of this new service. The vision for this service is that it will be regionally leading and improve the health care offering to the care home population enabling a more proactive health care vision with prevention and admission avoidance at the heart of the delivery model. The aim of the Enhanced Care Home Team is to support the provision for the "Enhanced Health in Care Home DES" working in a small team of MDT health care professionals to provide this provision across approx. 40 care homes within the Dudley Borough. Please also refer to attached JD Main duties of the job Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate treatment programmes that promote health and wellbeing Undertake duties associated with the Enhanced Health in Care Home (EHCH) National DES Requirements Manage a patient caseload and build relationships within allocated care homes within the Dudley locality Be confident independently prescribing and reviewing medication, this will be appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evident practice and national and practice protocols Triage visits and provide telephone advice as appropriate. Delivery of care in line with NICE guidelines and evidence-based care. Identify patients who are entering the final months of life utilising the Gold Standard Framework (GSF) pro active identification guidance. Co-ordinate the planning and delivery of care ensuring patients and carers/relatives are involved. Prescribing and reviewing medication that is appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with latest evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols and within the scope of qualified practice. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, including drug and non-drug based treatment methods into a management plan. Request diagnostic investigations and interpret within agreed protocols e.g. x-ray, blood tests, scans, etc. Assess, diagnose and treat patients/residents within care homes who require medical attention and/or refer to appropriate agency if/as required. Please also refer to attached JD About us At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk) Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 253-0225-7003662 Job locations Brierley Hill Health & Social Care Centre Venture Way Brierley Hill DY5 1RU Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Person Specification Qualifications Essential Active 1st Level Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council Non-Medical Prescriber qualification (V150/V300) or working towards. Desirable Experience in Diagnosing and managing minor illness Working in A GP or Community Setting Skills & knowledge Essential Ability to work within own scope and independently Management of Long Term Conditions/Complex needs Desirable Competent or working towards completion of competencies identified in the RCGP - Core capabilities framework for Advanced Clinical Practice working in general practice. Ability to record accurate clinical notes. Experience Essential Knowledge of EMIS Web and DOCMAN 2 years minimum experience working within healthcare settings Desirable Experience in Diagnosing and managing minor illness Clinical Examination skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Active 1st Level Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council Non-Medical Prescriber qualification (V150/V300) or working towards. Desirable Experience in Diagnosing and managing minor illness Working in A GP or Community Setting Skills & knowledge Essential Ability to work within own scope and independently Management of Long Term Conditions/Complex needs Desirable Competent or working towards completion of competencies identified in the RCGP - Core capabilities framework for Advanced Clinical Practice working in general practice. Ability to record accurate clinical notes. Experience Essential Knowledge of EMIS Web and DOCMAN 2 years minimum experience working within healthcare settings Desirable Experience in Diagnosing and managing minor illness Clinical Examination skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Brierley Hill Health & Social Care Centre Venture Way Brierley Hill DY5 1RU Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)