Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Bugbrooke Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and autonomous Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our clinical team. This role is pivotal to our delivery of high-quality primary care, focusing on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with acute and undifferentiated presentations, as well as the management of chronic conditions.
We welcome applications from qualified ACPs from various clinical backgrounds (including Nursing, Paramedic, or Pharmacy) who possess the skills to work at an advanced level of practice. You will work closely with our GPs and wider multi-disciplinary team in a supportive environment that prioritises professional development and clinical excellence.
This post is for up to 30 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
* Conduct autonomous consultations (face-to-face and telephone triage) for patients presenting with a wide range of undiagnosed conditions.
* Perform comprehensive physical examinations, interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based management plans.
* Utilise independent prescribing rights to medicine management (where applicable to professional registration).
* Provide clinical leadership and act as a resource for the wider practice team.
* Refer patients to secondary care or specialist pathways as clinically indicated.
About us
There are 4 partners, supported by a surgery team made up of salaried GPs, ANPs, Practice Nurses and HCAs. Additional support is also given by a team of skilled Administrators and Receptionists.
Bugbrooke Medical Practice also provides training for GP Registrars, foundation year doctors and medical students.
The practice is part of the Blue PCN made up of 5 local GP surgeries that work together with the aim of improving healthcare for the community and reducing healthcare inequalities.
The practice is also involved in Research and the benefits associated with this for future patient care.
The health and wellbeing of staff and patients is always main priority.
You will be working within a leadership team who are inspirational, progressive and innovative with a mature approach and clear purpose. The practice team are compassionate and caring and all patients are respected and valued as individuals and are empowered in their care.
We are a SystmOne Practice.
Job responsibilities
As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Advanced Nurse Practitioner at Bugbrooke Medical Practice, you will be a vital part of our clinical team, providing high-quality care to patients in a primary care setting. This autonomous role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of health conditions, as well as prescribing medications and referring patients to other services as needed. The ideal candidate will have advanced clinical skills, a patient-centred approach, and a commitment to enhancing patient health and well-being. You will work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive, patient-focused care in line with the practice's standards and guidelines.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Current professional registration (NMC, HCPC, or GPhC).
* MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent portfolio evidence of meeting the four pillars of Advanced Practice.
* Significant experience in a Primary Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Department setting.
* Proficiency in primary care clinical systems (e.g., SystmOne or EMIS).
* High level of clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
* Experience using SystmOne.
Experience
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.
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