Job summary Fareham and Portchester Primary Care Network - PCN is looking for amotivated Paramedic, Advanced Nurse Practitioner - ANP, Advanced ClinicalPractitioner - ACP, or an experienced Nurse working towards a Level 7qualification to join our dynamic and expanding same-day urgent care team andhome visiting team.
This role is integral to our commitment to deliveringhigh-quality urgent care across four practices, focusing on acutely unwellpatients, as well as offering a unique opportunity to work a network of bothmedical and non-medical professionals to deliver Coordinated, holistic care.
Main duties of the job Key ResponsibilitiesPatient CareProvide urgent care through telephone triaging, in-practice consultations, and home visits.Independent and Collaborative WorkAbility to work autonomously during home visits and collaboratively within a practice team.Team DevelopmentParticipate in and contribute to training, mentoring, and peer support initiatives to promote team development.CollaborationLink with doctors and other professionals during triage, home visits, and multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings to deliver patient-centred care.Holistic ApproachEngage in proactive care by combining medical opinions, medication reviews, mobility assessments, and health connections, with a focus on continuity and follow-up.Integrated Patient CareWork closely with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate and execute short and long-term care plans, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support.Follow-upEnsure ongoing patient support by following up on referrals and care episodes, monitoring progress, and adjusting care plans as necessary.
About us Organization Overview: Fareham and Portchester Primary Care Network - FPPCNFPPCN is a collaborativegroup of practices dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care topatients, their families, and carers within the community.
The network iscommitted to fostering a supportive environment for professional growth andexcellence in patient care.
And is dedicated to ensuring that all team membersare empowered to provide the highest quality of care while advancing theirprofessional skills and careers.
By joining FPPCN, you become part of aforward-thinking network that values collaboration, development, and excellencein patient care.
Successful candidates will receive mentorship and guidancefrom an experienced team of GPs and will actively support progression towardsbecoming a Qualified First Contact Practitioner - FCP or Advanced ClinicalPractitioner - ACPWhat We OfferProfessional DevelopmentStrong emphasis on continuous learning and development with access to training and mentoring.Supportive EnvironmentA team-oriented atmosphere that fosters collaboration and peer support.Patient-Centred CareBe part of a team that prioritizes the coordination of care over mere referrals, ensuring each patient receives the most comprehensive and personalized support.Collaborative EnvironmentWork within a supportive network that bridges the gap between medical and non-medicalprofessionals to deliver holistic care.
Job description Job responsibilities Provide patient centred careMonitor, review and evaluate careinterventions to ensure optimum quality is maintainedInform clinical manager of any concernsregarding patients, relatives, visitors or staff that may compromise patientscareDevelop and maintain constructive workingrelationships and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinaryteam so that patients needs are metCommunicate effectively with colleagues,patients and carers so that information is shared in order to meet patients needs in accordance with data sharing protocolsAct as a role model in the promotion ofperson centred practice, and challenge practice which is not person-centred, sothat a person-centred culture is maintainedKeep updated with relevant clinicaldevelopments and use knowledge to enhance standards of carePractice, role model and promote safe andeffective extended skills in all area of clinical practicePractice, role model and promote safe andeffective recording in line with policies and professional standardDemonstrate care, compassion, competence,effective communication, courage and commitment with all patients and carersEnsure patients with palliative care needs andtheir families have those needs metDemonstrate competence and confidence inclinical practice, this includes all clinical procedures that arerelevant specialist to the areaRecognises own limitations in the provision ofclinical care and urgency of patients needs, referring to other healthcareprofessionals accordingly and is accountable for own actionsPromote an open reflective learning cultureActively support other teams in the PCN whenneeded so that those teams can deliver high standards of careDevelop own professional skills and ensurethese are shared with the team and wider division, acting as a specialistresourceUse reflective practice to analyse incidentsand events and events to develop high standards of careEnsure practice follows evidence basedpractice and national guidelines are followedEnsure local prescribing guidelines arefollowed particularly in relation to the prescribing of antibiotics anddressingsParticipates in setting standards andimplementing other implementing other quality initiativesParticipated on working parties and groups ata local and organisational level to aid in the development of professionalpractice this will include embracing innovations and proposing changes topracticeEnsurethat medicines in your area are handled and administered according toprofessional and organisational guidelines to ensure safety and efficiencySee job description for full details Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in clinical work such as Advanced nursing or paramedic.
Paramedics to have 3 year post qualification and 2 years consolidated learning Able to undertake clinical assessment of a patient having completed relevant course.
Experience in Minor illness triage.
Ability to work as an integrated team member Excellent communication skills Participation in CPD, appraisal and clinical governance Self-motivated Registration with Professional body - NMC or HCPC Safeguarding Level 2 and 3 Training Desirable Primary Care experience Work with EMIS Web clinical system Ability to prescribe autonomously, or working towards appropriate qualifications Previous home visiting primary care experience Independent and supplementary Nurse or paramedic prescribing course