About this role
Job summary
Reedyford Health Care is a high-achieving, busy general practice with a patient list around 15,500, serving our local community. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team, providing same-day and urgent care for patients presenting with acute and undifferentiated conditions.
Main duties of the job
Autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute presentations Prescribing and ordering/interpreting investigations within scope of practice Management of minor illness, minor injury, and acute exacerbations of long-term conditions Appropriate referral and escalation when required Collaborative working with GPs, nurses, and the wider practice team
About us
A supportive and high-performing team environment Commitment to ongoing professional development Work closely with the Primary Care Network
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Independently assess, diagnose, and manage adults and children presenting with acute and undifferentiated conditions. Provide same-day and urgent appointments for acute illness and minor injuries. Prescribe medications and request/interpret investigations in accordance with scope of practice and regulatory requirements. Initiate treatment plans, provide safety-netting advice, and arrange appropriate follow-up. Identify patients requiring escalation of care and arrange referral to secondary or emergency services when necessary. Manage exacerbations of chronic disease presenting acutely (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes). Patient Education & Health Promotion
Provide clear advice and education to patients and carers regarding diagnosis, treatment, and self-care. Promote preventive care and early intervention where appropriate. Multidisciplinary Working
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals, and administrative staff. Participate in clinical handovers and case discussions. Support and mentor nursing staff where appropriate. Governance, Quality & Safety
Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in the electronic medical record. Practice in accordance with national clinical guidelines, professional standards, and practice policies. Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and risk management activities. Maintain professional registration, revalidation, and continuing professional development (CPD).
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Demonstrated experience managing acute presentations in primary care, urgent care, or emergency settings Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Excellent communication, decision making, and organisational skills Ability to work autonomously while recognising professional limits
Desirable
Experience working in general practice. Minor illness and minor injury qualification.
Experience Essential
Demonstrated experience managing acute presentations in primary care, urgent care, or emergency settings Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Excellent communication, decision making, and organisational skills Ability to work autonomously while recognising professional limits
Desirable
Experience working in general practice. Minor illness and minor injury qualification. Experience in triage and same-day appointment services. Non-medical prescribing experience .
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current registration with the relevant nursing regulatory body. Qualified Nurse Practitioner Masters level or equivalent with appropriate endorsement. Independent prescribing authority where applicable
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 Reedyford Health Care
Address Carr Road
Nelson
Lancashire
BB9 7SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.reedyfordgp.com/nhs-general-practice-nelson-barrowford/ (Opens in a new tab)