About this role
Job summary
Oak Hall Surgery is seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Practitioner, Paramedic Practitioner to join our established clinical team. The successful applicant will have significant experience in managing minor illness, previous GP practice or primary care experience and an Independent Prescriber qualification.
Main duties of the job
The role involves delivering high-quality clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and, where required, safe referral. Sessions will include same-day assessment appointments and may include pre-booked chronic disease clinics depending on the post holder's skills, interests and practice need.
A key part of the role is supporting our Duty Team by helping manage on the day patient demand through telephone, face-to-face and online consultations. The post holder will work autonomously while also contributing positively to the wider clinical team.
About us
Oak Hall is a friendly, well established GMS Practice based in New Romney, Kent, serving approximately 6,000 patients.
Our clinical team includes four GPs, one Advanced Nurse Practitioner, one Nurse Practitioner, a Pharmacy Technician, two Practice Nurses, two HCAs, and First Contact Physiotherapy.
We consistently achieve high QoF results, hold a CQC rating of Good, and receive 5-star feedback through Working Feedback.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide autonomous clinical assessment, treatment and onward referral within scope of practice.
- Safely prescribe medication in line with national and local guidelines.
- Offer high-quality, person-centred care to patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions.
- Support the Duty Team with urgent care demand.
- Maintain accurate, concise clinical documentation.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
NHS Pension Scheme membership is included.
This post requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered ANP or Nurse Practitioner with the NMC, or Paramedic Practitioner registered with the HCPC.
- Minimum two years' experience working autonomously in primary care or an acute clinical environment.
- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- -Demonstrate experience managing a wide range of minor illness presentations.
- Proven ability to work both autonomously and as part of a wider clinical team.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive rapport with patients and colleagues.
Desirable
- Experience in chronic disease management.
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity and the rights and dignity of patients, carers and colleagues.
- A welcoming, non-judgemental manner that respects each individual's needs, beliefs and circumstances.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Oak Hall Surgery
Address
41-43 High Street
New Romney
Kent
TN28 8BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.oakhallsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)