Job summary Raj Medical Centre is a medium sized practice based in Grimsby, and we are looking for a full time ACP or a Trainee ACP with experience in Chronic Disease Management, Practice Nursing and Prescribing, to join our well established, friendly and high achieving practice team. Please call Kim Hall on 07415111379 for an informal chat about this role. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be responsible for managing patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions. About us Raj Medical Centre is a forward thinking GP Practice in Grimsby serving over 6500 patients. We are looking to recruit an ACP or Trainee ACP to join our friendly and high achieving clinical team. The practice is also a training practice for both medical students and student nurses. Date posted 23 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A4661-24-0000 Job locations Raj Medical Centre Laceby Road Grimsby DN34 5LP Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities The post holder is responsible for the delivery of Advanced Clinical Practitioner services to the practice population. Supported by the clinical team, they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role, including managing patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions. The monitoring of long-term conditions, with a particular focus on Diabetes will also be part of the role. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. Specific Responsibilities Clinical practice Carry out in-depth clinical assessments of patients and use advanced clinical reasoning to develop a person centred treatment plan to address the holistic needs of both the patient and their carers. Ensure that 100% of patients have the opportunity to discuss advanced care planning and that their likes, dislikes, preferences and wishes are recorded and every effort made to support them to achieve them. Act as a resource of specialist knowledge and clinical expertise to patients, carers, colleagues and other health care professionals, to promote the delivery of care that is appropriate, optimal, enabling and empowering. Provide a visible clinical profile, having both advisory and clinical input into the patient care through multi-disciplinary discussion Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage patients to live healthily, and apply principles of self-care Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side effects and interactions Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote patients to live healthily, and encourage principles of self-care Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the National Framework (NSF) for Mental Health Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children Advise, support and, where appropriate, administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities The post holder is responsible for the delivery of Advanced Clinical Practitioner services to the practice population. Supported by the clinical team, they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role, including managing patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions. The monitoring of long-term conditions, with a particular focus on Diabetes will also be part of the role. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. Specific Responsibilities Clinical practice Carry out in-depth clinical assessments of patients and use advanced clinical reasoning to develop a person centred treatment plan to address the holistic needs of both the patient and their carers. Ensure that 100% of patients have the opportunity to discuss advanced care planning and that their likes, dislikes, preferences and wishes are recorded and every effort made to support them to achieve them. Act as a resource of specialist knowledge and clinical expertise to patients, carers, colleagues and other health care professionals, to promote the delivery of care that is appropriate, optimal, enabling and empowering. Provide a visible clinical profile, having both advisory and clinical input into the patient care through multi-disciplinary discussion Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage patients to live healthily, and apply principles of self-care Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side effects and interactions Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote patients to live healthily, and encourage principles of self-care Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the National Framework (NSF) for Mental Health Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children Advise, support and, where appropriate, administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions Person Specification Experience Essential Post registration experience in healthcare environment Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Experience of Microsoft Office software Experience of dealing with the public/patients Desirable Experience of multi-skilled approach to Chronic Disease Management in particular - Diabetes Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse or Paramedic Autonomous or Nurse Practitioner Qualification/Degree or working towards OR Advanced Clinical Practitioner MSc or working towards Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS. Evidence of appropriate knowledge base. Interest and knowledge in long-term conditions. Knowledge of clinical audit. Desirable Clinical System skills. Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice. Diploma in Diabetes Care Basic/advanced certificate of life support. Undertaken mentorship training. Non Medical Prescribing Qualification Awareness of the national service framework guidelines. Understanding of health and safety issues. Practice experience Personal Characteristics Essential Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills. Good team player. Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively. Willingness to accept additional responsibilities. Desirable Uses initiative. Gets on well with people at all levels. Person Specification Experience Essential Post registration experience in healthcare environment Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Experience of Microsoft Office software Experience of dealing with the public/patients Desirable Experience of multi-skilled approach to Chronic Disease Management in particular - Diabetes Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse or Paramedic Autonomous or Nurse Practitioner Qualification/Degree or working towards OR Advanced Clinical Practitioner MSc or working towards Willingness to learn and acquire new skills. Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS. Evidence of appropriate knowledge base. Interest and knowledge in long-term conditions. Knowledge of clinical audit. Desirable Clinical System skills. Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice. Diploma in Diabetes Care Basic/advanced certificate of life support. Undertaken mentorship training. Non Medical Prescribing Qualification Awareness of the national service framework guidelines. Understanding of health and safety issues. Practice experience Personal Characteristics Essential Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills. Good team player. Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively. Willingness to accept additional responsibilities. Desirable Uses initiative. Gets on well with people at all levels. 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 Raj Medical Centre Address Raj Medical Centre Laceby Road Grimsby DN34 5LP Employer's website https://www.rajmedicalgp.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)