Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Nurse Practitioner/Paramedic

Job summary Scarborough Medical Group had an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Nurse Practitioner or Paramedic to join the team.We are a successful and highly regarded GP training practice based in the beautiful coastal town of Scarborough on the North Yorkshire Coast.
With a patient list size of 15,900 patients, Scarborough Medical Group operates from two surgeries to the North and South of the town.We are a highly supportive training practice with a long-standing team including GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, HCAs and many more additional Roles.If you take pride in your work, have a committed approach to patient care and especially enjoy being part of a team, then this could be the perfect role for you!Key benefits:Competitive Salary Training practice supporting speciality training, med students, registrars, student nurses and apprenticeships Twice daily clinical team catchup (20 minutes each) Mix of phone, online and face to face consultations Mix of acute and pre-booked appointments with a wide spectrum of work High Achieving QOF Practice Rated Good by CQC Friendly, supportive, innovative practice Free parkingFor an informal discussion about the role please contact Alice Leckenby, Operations Manager on 01723 375343 or via email Main duties of the job We aim to ensure that the highest levels of care are delivered to all our patients, particularly in areas such as minor illnesses and acute, on the day appointments.The main duties of the role are to assess, diagnose, treat, refer or signpost patients who attend surgery with undifferentiated or undiagnosed conditions relating to minor illness and within the boundaries of professional qualifications.The post holder will use advanced clinical skills to provide education to patients, promoting self-care and empower them to make informed choices about their treatment.To be considered for this opportunity you should meet the followingRegisteredNMC Nurse, or hold a current HCPC registration or registered ACPMinorIllness QualificationQualifiedIndependent PrescriberMasters degree level in relevant area of expertise, or equivalent levelof experienceExcellent communication and time management skillsFull driving licenceAbility to travel to other sites and perform visits in thecommunityAbility to work occasional evenings and Saturdays with advanced noticeand in rotation.
About us We are a committed and friendly, mixed clinical and allied healthcare team including pharmacists, first contact physios and mental health practitioners.
We enjoy full GP and nursing team support including advanced clinical practitioners, nurse practitioners, specialist practice nurses and healthcare assistants.
The patient support team and clerical teams work hard to support our Clinical teams and patients.We are part of a strong, collaborative Primary Care Network and enjoy good working relationships with colleagues in the other Practices as a result.
Job description Job responsibilities Job SummaryThe Clinical Practitioner willbe responsible for providing routine and acute medical services to patients whowish to be seen by ahealth care professional.
You will assess, diagnose, treat, and write prescriptions as required.You will triage and refer patients appropriately, making any necessaryreferrals for investigations in the appropriate manner including to SecondaryCare.PrimaryresponsibilitiesThe following are the coreresponsibilities of the Clinical Practitioner.You will work within your own scope of clinicalpractice to:Assess patients presenting with acuteillness.Diagnose, plan, implement and evaluatetreatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with anundifferentiated diagnosis within the boundaries of competence.
Evaluatepatients' medical conditions and determining the appropriate medications toprescribe.
The individual will be responsible for writing prescriptions,ensuring the correct dosage and instructions, and monitoring patients'responses to the medications.Clinically examine and assesspatients needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and planclinical care accordingly.To undertake home visits, primarilyfor acute conditions, as assessed by the duty doctor, and within the boundariesof professional qualifications.
Instigate necessary invasive andnon-invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings/reports.Assess, diagnose, plan, implement andevaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs or liaise on patient care with the most appropriate memberof the clinical team as required.Proactively identify, diagnose andmanage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-termcondition.Diagnose and manage both acute andchronic conditions, integrating both drug and non-drug based treatment methodsinto a management plan.Ensurecontinuity of care, arranging follow-up consultations or reviews as necessarySupportpatients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines(within own scope of practice)Liaisewith external services/agencies to ensure that the patient is supportedappropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.Ensurethat they adhere to the relevant patient group directives and local clinicalpathways at all timesMaintainaccurate clinical records in line with legislation, ensuring read codes areused correctlyFully participate in the clinicaladministration within the practice, signing prescriptions, reviewingmedication, reviewing patient letters/discharges, responding to queries.Prescribe and review medication fortherapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance withevidence based practice and national and practice protocols and formularies.Work with patients and their carers inorder to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.Provide information and advice onprescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimes, side-effectsand interactions.Prioritise health problems andintervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergencysituations, including initiation of effective emergency care.Support patients to adopt healthpromotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles ofself-care.Support and manage the needs ofpatients presenting for family planning or sexual health consultations,including the prescribing of contraceptive medication or LARC.Assess, identify and refer patientspresenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for MentalHealth.Contribute to the practice achievingits quality targets to sustain the high standards of patient care and servicedelivery.Help develop and set up new patientservices and participate in initiatives to improve existing patient services.Helpdevelop and review clinical protocols.Attendthe review of significant and near-miss events meetings ensuring learnings andactions are undertaken and followed up within the PracticeEnsureyou are up to date with the latest local and National clinical guidanceSecondaryresponsibilitiesIn addition to the primaryresponsibilities, the Clinical Practitioner may be requested to:Supportthe Data Quality and Patient Support team managers with patient/processimprovement initiativesPartake inundertaking audits when necessarySupportand participate in shared learning across the Practice and with PCN colleaguesTake personalresponsibility for own learning and developmentThere may be on occasion a requirement to carry out other tasks that will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels.For full details please see the attached job description and person specification Person Specification Clinical knowledge and skills Essential Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly Understands the importance of evidence-based practice Broad knowledge of clinical governance Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding of when to refer to GPs Desirable Diabetes Hypertension Asthma CHD Immunisations Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Awareness of issues within the wider health arena Knowledge of health-promotion strategies Understands the requirement for PGDs and associated policy Personal Qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated, forward thinker Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations Able to effectively communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Effectively utilises resources Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Effective time management (planning & organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem-solving & analytical skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Desirable SystmOne user skills Understanding of the audit process Understanding of clinical risk management Other Requirements Essential Flexibility to work outside core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Registration with appropriate professional body Qualifications Essential Registered NMC Nurse or current HCPC Registration Minor Illness Qualification Qualified Independent Prescriber Desirable Registered ACP Master's degree level in relevant area of expertise Experience Essential Experience in triage Experience of dealing with a range of clinical conditions Desirable Experience of working as a Advanced Clinical practitioner Experience of working in a primary care environment