Job summary Reports to: Clinical Lead/Non Medical Prescribing Lead Responsible to: Head of Practice Clinical Services Salary: Band 8.1 to 8.7 on the ABC pay scale which is equivalent to £50,901.77 - to £57,323.66 Hours of work: Full time/part time service coverage 08.00 to 20.00 Monday to Sunday Base: UK based remote working. There will be a need to regularly attend one of the ABC Offices in Surrey and Sussex The post holder will be an experienced healthcare practitioner with experience in acute and urgent care. They will have completed an MSc in Advanced Practice, including independent prescribing. The post holder must be able to evidence a clinical portfolio and relevant competencies in line with the HEE national framework for advanced clinical practice. Advanced clinical practitioners are expected to work across the four pillars of advanced practice; clinical, leadership, research and education. The post holder will practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner across various services, including but not limited to ABC Remote Services (uCATS, Enhanced Access, Additional Primary Care) Main duties of the job The post holder will autonomously undertake assessment and treatment of both acute and chronic, differentiated and undifferentiated, patient presentations. The post holder will determine a clinical diagnosis, treatment plan and appropriate discharge, or refer, as indicated whilst maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring patient safety. They will be a source of clinical expertise to less experienced staff, enhancing skills and knowledge, and work in partnership with a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will ensure a high-quality patient centred service is delivered in remote settings across all clinics. About us Alliance for Better Care CIC is a GP Federation that unites NHS GP practices across Primary Care Networks in Sussex and Surrey. We support our Primary Care colleagues as well as their patients, to transform how healthcare is managed within the community. As a membership organisation, our focus is to work in partnership with our members and help them to improve the provision of General Practices in the local area. We work with and listen to our GP Practices, PCNs, Hospitals, Community Organisations and the Third Sector. These vital partnerships ensure that, together, we deliver a truly integrated approach that offers the support and expertise needed to effectively serve our communities. Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £50,901.77 to £57,323.66 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number B0141-25-0025 Job locations Horley Health Hub 120 Victoria Road Horley Surrey RH1 1EB Southpoint Office Crawley RH11 0PR Job description Job responsibilities Clinical responsibilities To independently undertake specialised clinical assessments, diagnose, treat and discharge, or appropriately refer, patients with a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses. To ensure patients are fully involved in the design and implementation of their treatment plans. To ensure effective coordination and liaison with multidisciplinary teams across primary and secondary care, statutory and voluntary disciplines/groups to provide a seamless service to patients and their carers and prevent hospital admission where urgent care is required. To refer appropriately to clinical leads/supervising GP where a second opinion is required. Please see attached job description for further information and an example working schedule. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical responsibilities To independently undertake specialised clinical assessments, diagnose, treat and discharge, or appropriately refer, patients with a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses. To ensure patients are fully involved in the design and implementation of their treatment plans. To ensure effective coordination and liaison with multidisciplinary teams across primary and secondary care, statutory and voluntary disciplines/groups to provide a seamless service to patients and their carers and prevent hospital admission where urgent care is required. To refer appropriately to clinical leads/supervising GP where a second opinion is required. Please see attached job description for further information and an example working schedule. Person Specification Research Essential Clinical audit experience Skills in Research Evaluate the care of patients through audit and research Implement new policies and guidelines based on research and latest evidence-based practice Communicate and dissemination of audit and research through a variety of mediums. Desirable Previous Publications Ability to produce and formulate guidelines, policies and reports Leadership Essential Evidence of leading effectively, managing change and improving patient experience Ability to influence a positive organisational culture to drive innovation, collaborative working and sustainable healthcare. Ability to prioritise workload within the wider MDT Team building skills and ability to manage emerging practitioners Work within and promote ABC values and behaviours Ability to identify and manage risk and patient safety Desirable Advanced Leadership Qualification Management and leadership experience Behaviours and Values Essential Flexibility in shift/working patterns to meet the needs of the service Strong Team Player Displays ABC Values Highly motivated, self-directed practitioner with excellent organisation skills Excellent communication skills both verbally and written Qualifications Essential NMC Registered healthcare professional MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Independent prescriber qualification BLS Evidence of CPD relevant to clinical area Desirable Clinical supervision course Leadership Qualification Teaching qualification and/or up to date mentorship qualification Completed, and continually updated, HEE Multi-professional framework for Advanced Clinical Practice Experience Essential Significant and evidenced post registration experience (normally 8-years (5 years 3 years for MSc) Clinical experience of working autonomously within an appropriate setting including physiology, assessment, clinical reason and decision making. Delivery of evidenced-based practice demonstrating a patient focused approach Willingness to develop skills as needed by the service Ensure clinical governance is embedded within practice Awareness of own limitations and work within own scope of practice Person Specification Research Essential Clinical audit experience Skills in Research Evaluate the care of patients through audit and research Implement new policies and guidelines based on research and latest evidence-based practice Communicate and dissemination of audit and research through a variety of mediums. Desirable Previous Publications Ability to produce and formulate guidelines, policies and reports Leadership Essential Evidence of leading effectively, managing change and improving patient experience Ability to influence a positive organisational culture to drive innovation, collaborative working and sustainable healthcare. Ability to prioritise workload within the wider MDT Team building skills and ability to manage emerging practitioners Work within and promote ABC values and behaviours Ability to identify and manage risk and patient safety Desirable Advanced Leadership Qualification Management and leadership experience Behaviours and Values Essential Flexibility in shift/working patterns to meet the needs of the service Strong Team Player Displays ABC Values Highly motivated, self-directed practitioner with excellent organisation skills Excellent communication skills both verbally and written Qualifications Essential NMC Registered healthcare professional MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Independent prescriber qualification BLS Evidence of CPD relevant to clinical area Desirable Clinical supervision course Leadership Qualification Teaching qualification and/or up to date mentorship qualification Completed, and continually updated, HEE Multi-professional framework for Advanced Clinical Practice Experience Essential Significant and evidenced post registration experience (normally 8-years (5 years 3 years for MSc) Clinical experience of working autonomously within an appropriate setting including physiology, assessment, clinical reason and decision making. Delivery of evidenced-based practice demonstrating a patient focused approach Willingness to develop skills as needed by the service Ensure clinical governance is embedded within practice Awareness of own limitations and work within own scope of practice 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 Alliance for Better Care CIC Address Horley Health Hub 120 Victoria Road Horley Surrey RH1 1EB Employer's website https://allianceforbettercare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)