About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Belgrave Medical centre for a experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join the nursing team in our busy surgery
Hours of work will be 28 hours over 4 days and the hours will be:
Monday Day off
Tuesday 8.30am - 18:00pm
Wednesday 13:00 - 18.00pm
Thursday 8.00am - 1.00pm
Friday 8.30am - 18.00pm
The role will involve providing direct access clinics, undertaking an initial assessment and treatment. The ideal candidate must have a good understanding of general practice.
A caring yet firm and calm approach is vital as is excellent communication skills and a passion for improving services for patients. Strong communication and clinical skills are essential. You should have strong IT Skills with experience of Emis Web
Main duties of the job
To initiate assessment, diagnosis and the implementation of a range of care interventions for patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment and referrals through autonomous and accountable decisions in nursing practice supported by current research and in accordance to Practice protocols and procedures.
Extended and supplementary prescriber
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About us
We are a welcoming, friendly team based in Longton in Stoke-on -Trent.
We currently have 14754 patients. Our clinical team consists of 3 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GP , 3 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, 3 Practice Pharmacists, 4 Practice Nurses, 1 Healthcare Assistant and a Phlebotomist. We have 1 Practice Manager, 1 Assistant Practice Manager,1 reception manager and admin team of 16.
We are also a training Practice. All of our employees are hard-working and we all strive to deliver excellent patient care at all times.
Job description Job responsibilities
Provide a first point of contact in the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, making use of skills in history taking, physical examination, problem-solving and clinical decision making to establish a diagnosis and management plan
Be active and part of our online triage team
As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP), you will play a key role in the safe, effective triage and prioritisation of patient care requests, utilising our accrux system.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical triage of patient requests Review and assess patient submissions via AccuRx online triage platforms Identify urgency, risk, and appropriate care pathway using advanced clinical judgement Prioritisation and decision-making Determine whether patients require: Same-day urgent assessment Routine appointment Advice/self-care Referral to other services (e.g. pharmacy, GP, urgent care) Escalate high-risk or complex cases appropriately Autonomous clinical management Manage suitable cases independently, including: Remote assessment (telephone/video) Diagnosing and treatment planning Prescribing where appropriate Arrange investigations, follow-up, or onward referrals Risk assessment and safety-netting Identify red flags and safeguarding concerns Provide clear safety-netting advice and ensure timely follow-up Collaborative working Work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team (GPs, nurses, pharmacists, admin) Support efficient patient flow and demand management within the practice Improving access and demand management Contribute to effective use of online triage systems to improve patient access Support service development and optimisation of digital triage pathways Instigate necessary diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings/reports
Instigate radiology requests ensuring training in accordance with the local hospital trust
Monitor indicators of chronic disease anticipating possible decline and proactively manage to enhance well-being and maintain independence
Prescribe medication and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness
Develop evidence based specialised care plans for patients
Plan interventions in light of patients expressed wishes and goals of care
Evaluate possible treatment options as diseases progress
Refer patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate
Admit patients directly to secondary care hospitals in acute medical need
Communicating effectively with patients and carers, and recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication
Provide expert advice to patients
Undertake consultations to a high standard in the surgery, over the telephone and in the patients own home
Record accurate consultation data in patients records in accordance with the latest NMC guidance and other pertinent standards
Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate
Provide teaching to e.g. existing staff, HCAs, practice nurses, nurse practitioners, medical students, GP registrars
Provide leadership and advice to the nurse practitioner, practice nurses and healthcare assistant supporting them to develop and maintain their clinical skills
To write, and maintain policies within the practice for clinical areas and to oversee the development of policies written by the practice nurses
To promote best practice in the implementation of such policies
To work with colleagues to ensure contractual targets are met
Identify, monitor and review deficiencies in procedures and implement remedial action
Carry out audits and research as required and monitor own practice
Attend and participate in any Practice meetings
Develop the nursing service provided by the practice
Help develop and set up new patient services and participate in initiatives to improve existing patient services
Develop own professional knowledge and skills
Maintain professional registration
Work in accordance with the latest NMC code of professional conduct
To adhere to all practice policies procedures and guidelines
To comply with the standards set out in the contract of employment
To undertake any other duties as appropriate to the role
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Autonomous practitioner working independently and in conjunction with other health care professionals Very high level of clinical skills and competency relevant to the role Experience of multi-skilled approach to Chronic Disease Management Knowledge & understanding of primary and community health care Ability to contribute to the development of the practice and nursing team Understanding the health needs assessment process Able to plan and organise own time and workload and cope with last minute changes Demonstrate high level of self-awareness ie. strengths and weaknesses, personal qualities and skills Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to team working and development of others
Desirable
Experience of leadership role and change management Experience of inter-agency workings Experience of telephone triage, online triage system and good understanding of General Practice Procedures Knowledge & skills Evidence of innovative Practice Use of EMIS and Docman
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 Belgrave Medical Centre
Address Belgrave Medical Centre
116 Belgrave Road
Stoke-on-trent
ST3 4LR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bmcgp.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)