Job Description
Job summary The Church Street Surgery is seeking to recruit an Advanced Nurse Practitioner for a full-time position, working 37 hours per week. The ideal candidate should be an experienced nurse capable of operating within their professional boundaries to deliver comprehensive care for patients attending the practice. This includes tasks such as initial history taking, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and care evaluation. The role demands safe and informed clinical decision-making, along with expert care that encompasses both in-house consultations and home visits. The candidate should demonstrate advanced clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills suitable for general practice.The candidate must be a registered independent prescriber with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).Applicants who are Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) or Paramedics will also be considered, provided they have the First Contact Practitioner (FCP) qualification and are qualified prescribers.This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are looking to work in a supportive and dynamic practice environment. Main duties of the job They will workcollaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients,supporting the delivery of policy and procedures. As part of the Wyre Forest HealthPartnership, the role will be based at Church Street Surgery, but the postholder may be required to work at other WFHP sites. About us Wyre Forest Health Partnership: One successful and ambitious health partnership working at scaletogether to provide high quality innovative patient care, delivered by a valuedand respected team...WFHP has been operating since December 2014 as a single Partnership, operating out of 5 surgeries, 3 are purpose built. We operate at scale and are at the forefront of primary care delivery in how we organise ourselves, having management and leverage for a large number of primary care employees (c250 people & c50 GPs). We also look after c 72 000 patients. We have a very strong quality improvement ethic, and are always looking to improve.WFHP is working towards the NHS goals to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions as soon as possible. We actively encourage new staff to take an interest in this and build sustainable practice into their roles. Job description Job responsibilities Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis. Treat patients wishing to see a health care professional making any necessary referrals to other members of the primary health care team. Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence and to acknowledge limitations. Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded.Prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative framework and considering the Worcestershire prescribing formula guidelines. To liaise with a doctor regarding patients with complex problems who need the expertise of a general practitioner. Person Specification PERSONAL QUALITIES OR ATTRIBUTES Essential Self-directed practitioner. Highly motivated. Flexibility. Enthusiasm. Team player. Ability to work across boundaries. Desirable Basic IT Skills. Qualifications Essential Professional NMC Registration. Independent prescribing qualification. Accredited A&E or minor illness qualification. Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification. Experience in working as an autonomous practitioner. Desirable Knowledge of the EMIS Web clinical system but not crucial as training will be given. Experience Essential Excellent communication skills. Displays self-confidence and self-awareness especially in dealing with staff and patients. Ability to articulate the rationale for decisions. Clinical examination skills. Desirable Experience in general practice.