Job summary
Rayleigh and District Primary Care Network are looking for a dedicated and experienced advanced nurse practitioner to join our team on a full time basis and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional healthcare services to our community.
Main duties of the job
Based in our Rayleigh practice, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced clinical care to our patients. You will work autonomously, providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of conditions, both acute and chronic.
1. Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic tests.
2. Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, making appropriate referrals where necessary.
3. Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with current guidelines and best practices.
4. Provide expert advice and education to patients and their families regarding treatment options, preventative care, and self-management.
5. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans that meet the individual needs of patients.
6. Participate in the development of clinical protocols and pathways to improve service delivery.
7. Lead on quality improvement initiatives within the PCN.
8. Engage in professional development and training to maintain and enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
About us
Rayleigh and District Primary Care Network (PCN) is a dynamic and supportive network of local GP practices committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
Why join us?
9. Be part of a forward-thinking team that embraces new ideas and technologies to improve patient care.
10. Work in a collaborative and nurturing environment where your professional growth is encouraged.
11. Make a real difference in the lives of our patients and the wider community.
12. Work as part of a wider multidisciplinary clinical team made up of clinical pharmacists, paramedics, nurse associates, pharmacy technicians and many more!
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about thisrole, please see the attached job specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
13. Master's in advanced clinical practice or an equivalent MSc or NHS England Centre for Advancing Practice Digital Badge (or working towards it).
14. Active NMC registration and licence to practice.
15. 4 years experience as an advanced nurse practitioner, working at a masters level that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research.
16. Possess a prescribing qualification.