OneMK PCN is looking for an experienced Advanced Nurse / Clinical Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary team, to help us to transform and modernise pathways of care, enabling the safe and effective sharing of skills across traditional professional boundaries. The Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner will make autonomous decisions in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients registered with our practices.
Main duties of the job
We are currently delivering care services in Milton Keynes from 3 different general practices: Whitehouse, Neath Hill and Brooklands, collectively known as OneMK PCN. This is an exciting time to join the Group as we continue to grow and develop within the area.
You will have experience within a primary care setting and your high standards of patient care will naturally inspire those you work with. In addition to standard nursing duties, the advanced nurse/clinical practitioner (ANP/ACP) role is accountable in conjunction with the lead nurse for the clinical governance of the practice and is designed to provide clinical leadership in the practice, in order to ensure the safe, effective and compliant delivery of services to all patients.
You will be working with a great local team and will have the support of the wider NHS services leadership team and our support centre teams as well. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team including: GPs, practices nurses, wellbeing advisors, health coaches, physician associates, and more.
About us
OneMedical Group was founded in 2004 on the idea that there is a better way to care for communities. Our mission of 'Improving lives' is underpinned by our core values of 'Putting People First, Working Together for a Better Future'. We are committed to NHS values and reducing health inequalities. OneMedical Group is a national award winning health and wellbeing company, working within the NHS, delivering high quality primary, urgent and community care. We believe in delivering services that improve the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities and our focus is on services that help our patients and their families adopt and sustain healthy behaviours, that improve health and quality of life, and lead to better health outcomes. OneMedical Group is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be able to be at their best. If you would like to discuss the support options available during the recruitment process please email: recruitment@onemedicalgroup.co.uk.
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility in attitude and behaviour. They will be keen to undertake new ways of working and delivering healthcare, committing to undertaking the professional development required to adapt to changing circumstances.
Among others, the Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner is expected to:
* Be registered with current NMC/ HCPC/GPhC registration
* Have a MSc in Advanced Practice or equivalent qualification
* Be a certified Independent Prescriber
* Have primary care experience as well as experience in minor illness management
* Be proficient in managing whole episodes of care, whilst being part of a larger MDT
* Strong communication skills, patience and friendly attitude
* Ability to perform in stressful and complex situations
* Sound clinical reasoning and decision making
* Flexibility
* Ability to inspire and lead a team
System used: SystemOne
Location: Brooklands Health Centre is located in the Milton Keynes suburb of Broughton. It boasts good transport links being just a 5 minute walk away from the nearest bus stop. The bus itself takes around 20-25 minutes from Brooklands to the City Centre. It's also well connected to the M1 being under 2 miles away from the nearest entry junction. Whitehouse Surgery is a state-of-the-art, purpose-built Health Centre, open to all Milton Keynes residents. We are located along the V4, between the H3 and H4, with ample parking. Our team offer the highest levels of care, as well as tailoring services to suit patients' health and wellbeing needs. Whitehouse Surgery is made up of GPs, Practice Nurses, Health Coaches, Pharmacists, Social Prescribers and Mental Health Workers, with further support from our PCN including First Contact Physiotherapists and Drugs/Alcohol Support in house. Our non-clinician team is made up of our practices Business Manager, Senior Administrator, and Receptionist team, with support from Medical Secretaries and Clinical Coders working in a centralised hub.
Why join us? Our Benefits;
* NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution
* 25 days/5 weeks/200 hours annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata, if part-time)
* Extra days of leave for work anniversary each year
* Paid for Indemnity cover
* Enhanced Maternity; Maternity/Paternity Support; Adoption pay
* Family friendly employment policies
* Special and Significant Event Leave
* Participation in OMG's refer a friend scheme
* Continued personal and professional development
* 24/7 free access to an Employee Assistance Program run by awarding winning Health Assured
* Eye care scheme free eye test plus a contribution towards glasses
* Cycle to work scheme
Note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Person Specification
Experience
* Have primary care experience as well as experience in minor illness management
* Be proficient in managing whole episodes of care, whilst being part of a larger MDT
Skills and Knowledge
* Strong communication skills, patience and friendly attitude
* Ability to perform in stressful and complex situations
* Sound clinical reasoning and decision making
* Flexibility
* Ability to inspire and lead a team
Qualifications
* Be registered with current NMC/ HCPC/GPhC registration
* Have a MSc in Advanced Practice or equivalent qualification
* Be a certified Independent Prescriber
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.
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