Advanced Clinical/Nurse Practitioner
Posted 6 hours 17 minutes ago by NHS
Permanent
Part Time
Other
Tyne And Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE125
Job Description
Are you ready to take your advanced clinical skills to the next level? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking, patient-centred team where your expertise truly makes a difference? Were looking for an experiencedAdvanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team.
As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality, autonomous care to patients with diverse health needs. Youll assess, diagnose, treat, refer, or discharge patients with confidenceapplying your advanced clinical judgement and decision-making skills every step of the way.
Main duties of the job
About us PHL Group was foundedin 2009 by a team of commercial partners and experienced General Practitionerswith a clear vision of providing services that would contribute to and benefitthe local healthcare economy. PHL (formerlyknown as Hampshire Doctors on Call) runs Integrated Urgent Care, which evolvedfrom the former Out of Hours model, for localities in Hampshire and the Isle ofWight. All of the core services which look after patients with an urgent healthcareneed are joined up together, and PHL work closely with system partners such as SouthCentral Ambulance Service. The services we operate include call handling,telephone clinical assessment, out of hours home visiting services and some face-to-facePrimary Care appointments services in Hampshire. In 2021 a newly formedHealthcare Division was created and incorporates PHLs Urgent Care and PrimaryCare. The new division combines PHL'shealthcare operations into one team and utilises internal and externalresources efficiently to achieve our organisations vision: to be an innovativehealthcare enabler, known for providing a range of high-quality care.
PHL Group aims to assist candidates with their transition into a career in the thriving and fast-paced private healthcare industry. We are looking for talented individuals that want to join us on our journey to becoming the fastest growing, most trusted healthcare organisation.
Job responsibilities The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for the assessment of health and clinicalneeds of the patient. To undertake consultations with patients as an autonomous practitionerusing advanced clinical practice skills, own clinical judgement to diagnose, treat, refer ordischarge patientsKey Responsibilities:Service deliveryUndertake consultations with patients taking a comprehensive patient history, carryout physical examination use their expert knowledge and clinical judgement to identifythe potential diagnosisExercise a higher degree of personal and professional autonomy using advancesclinical practice skills to include clinical interventionsRefer patients for investigations when necessary/appropriateMake a final diagnosis, decide on and carry out treatment, including the prescribing ofmedicine or referring to primary or secondary care specialist services within localagreed pathways and protocols as appropriateEnsure that all treatments and care provided are based on best practice/evidencebased careAdvanced Nurse Practitioner V-JD011 Job Description Updated April2019Use their extensive to plan and provide skilled competent care to meet the patientshealth and social care needs, involving other members of the healthcare team asappropriateWork with multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams in order to ensure patient needsare metAsses and evaluate, with the patient, the effectiveness of the treatment and careprovided and make changes as neededUse independent/supplementary prescribing skills for benefits of patient careWork independently and as part of a teamProvide support/leadership/training/educationAssist in clinical audit and setting and monitoring of service and unscheduled careIdentify and take appropriate actions to address risk to the patient, this will include:Identification of emergency care needs requiring despatch of a 999 ambulanceSafeguarding children and protection of vulnerable adult issues which require referralon to other agencies in line with local policiesWork independently and at the same time contribute to the work of the whole team toensure the delivery of a consistently high level of service, this will include;Taking responsibility and being accountable for managing own workload, riskassessment and management, acting within professional codes and appropriately tothe clinical team leader for advice and supportUndertaking other duties when required, such as audits or administrative tasksIdentifying issues which may negatively impact upon service delivery and reportingthese on to the clinical support manager/clinical manager operational team leader/shiftmanager in a timely fashionActing as a clinical resource for non-clinical staff who may require advice and supportMaintain contemporaneous records of the consultation and action using the computersoftware and where necessary written records, in line with NMC guidance and localpolicies, guidelines and proceduresRemain focused on the delivery of an excellent service within an unpredictable, diverseand challenging workloadCommunicationWork effectively as a team member, supporting and communicating with otherprofessional colleagues and cliniciansUse critical thinking and effective communication skills to holistically assess patientsneeds and determine relevant culture, social, economic factors in a respectful and nonjudgemental mannerProvide a professional, courteous and efficient service consistent with organisationalstandards for patients seeking assistance from the service, maintaining a professionaland reassuring manner at all timesUtilise advanced listening, probing and facilitative skills across a diverse range ofcases, some of which may be highly challenging due to emotive circumstances,communication difficulties and patient anxietyUtilise complex communication skills to negotiate and provide support to patients whomay be non-compliant with the recommended outcomesUtilise interpreter services, communication aids and other resources, to addressbarriers to communication and understandingEffectively use a range of communication methods (e.g. telephone, email, fax, letterand report writing) to facilitate communication at all levels within and external to theorganisationEducation, Training and DevelopmentAdvanced Nurse Practitioner V-JD011 Job Description Updated April2019Actively participate in the individual annual review processActively participate in individual and service performance reviewsIn conjunction with line manager take responsibility for identifying and addressingpersonal/professional development needs in line with service requirements and tomeet the requirements of professional registration and revalidationActively participate in clinical supervision to facilitate personal and professionaldevelopmentContribute to the development of a learning environment in which organisational andprofessional development can flourishContribute to the training of other staff where requiredSupport new staff in their development and participate in supervision, teaching andmentorship to help new staff develop and achieve competency to perform their roleAttend statutory, mandatory and any other relevant training courses/updates (e.g. ITand computer skills including specific decision support / clinical tool kits, Governanceand Health and Safety)Share and utilise professional knowledge, skills and expertise with colleagues toenhance the service delivered to patientsInformation Management and TechnologyKeep contemporaneous and accurate records during the patient consultation withinthe relevant software programme and maintain paper records as appropriateMaintain confidentiality in relation to all information governance requirements, ensuringthat data is only disclosed in compliance with suchDevelop and maintain knowledge and competence in computer skills in order to accesssoftware applications, databases, documents, email and approved intranet / internetresourcesDevelop and maintain knowledge and competence is using telephonyGovernance, Quality and Service DevelopmentContribute to the achievement of service standards and performance requirements byparticipating in regular quality monitoring and individual performance reviewsAttend and contribute to meetings, workshops, and other groups in order to supportthe on-going development of the serviceParticipate in audit, customer satisfaction programmes, research and other qualityimprovement activitiesParticipate in the investigation of incidents, complaints and other issues as requiredAdhere to organisation policies, procedures and guidelinesAdhere to professional codes of conduct and guidelinesThe post holder must, at all times, act honestly and open and comply with relevantcorporate governance requirements, employment legislation . click apply for full job details
As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality, autonomous care to patients with diverse health needs. Youll assess, diagnose, treat, refer, or discharge patients with confidenceapplying your advanced clinical judgement and decision-making skills every step of the way.
Main duties of the job
- Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments and physical examinations
- Diagnose, treat, and manage patients independently, including prescribing medication
- Refer patients to appropriate diagnostic tests or specialist services when needed
- Collaborate closely with GPs, nurses, paramedics, social care, and other professionals
- Lead on safeguarding, emergency situations, and complex care needs
- Contribute to service improvement, audits, and clinical governance
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to clinical and non-clinical colleagues
- Maintain accurate, high-quality clinical records in line with best practice and policies
- Saturday: 08:00-16:00 (HV); 16:00-22:00 (HV)
- Sunday: 16:00-22:00 (HV)
- Tuesday to Friday (Overnights): 00:00-08:00 (CV & HV)
About us PHL Group was foundedin 2009 by a team of commercial partners and experienced General Practitionerswith a clear vision of providing services that would contribute to and benefitthe local healthcare economy. PHL (formerlyknown as Hampshire Doctors on Call) runs Integrated Urgent Care, which evolvedfrom the former Out of Hours model, for localities in Hampshire and the Isle ofWight. All of the core services which look after patients with an urgent healthcareneed are joined up together, and PHL work closely with system partners such as SouthCentral Ambulance Service. The services we operate include call handling,telephone clinical assessment, out of hours home visiting services and some face-to-facePrimary Care appointments services in Hampshire. In 2021 a newly formedHealthcare Division was created and incorporates PHLs Urgent Care and PrimaryCare. The new division combines PHL'shealthcare operations into one team and utilises internal and externalresources efficiently to achieve our organisations vision: to be an innovativehealthcare enabler, known for providing a range of high-quality care.
PHL Group aims to assist candidates with their transition into a career in the thriving and fast-paced private healthcare industry. We are looking for talented individuals that want to join us on our journey to becoming the fastest growing, most trusted healthcare organisation.
Job responsibilities The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for the assessment of health and clinicalneeds of the patient. To undertake consultations with patients as an autonomous practitionerusing advanced clinical practice skills, own clinical judgement to diagnose, treat, refer ordischarge patientsKey Responsibilities:Service deliveryUndertake consultations with patients taking a comprehensive patient history, carryout physical examination use their expert knowledge and clinical judgement to identifythe potential diagnosisExercise a higher degree of personal and professional autonomy using advancesclinical practice skills to include clinical interventionsRefer patients for investigations when necessary/appropriateMake a final diagnosis, decide on and carry out treatment, including the prescribing ofmedicine or referring to primary or secondary care specialist services within localagreed pathways and protocols as appropriateEnsure that all treatments and care provided are based on best practice/evidencebased careAdvanced Nurse Practitioner V-JD011 Job Description Updated April2019Use their extensive to plan and provide skilled competent care to meet the patientshealth and social care needs, involving other members of the healthcare team asappropriateWork with multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams in order to ensure patient needsare metAsses and evaluate, with the patient, the effectiveness of the treatment and careprovided and make changes as neededUse independent/supplementary prescribing skills for benefits of patient careWork independently and as part of a teamProvide support/leadership/training/educationAssist in clinical audit and setting and monitoring of service and unscheduled careIdentify and take appropriate actions to address risk to the patient, this will include:Identification of emergency care needs requiring despatch of a 999 ambulanceSafeguarding children and protection of vulnerable adult issues which require referralon to other agencies in line with local policiesWork independently and at the same time contribute to the work of the whole team toensure the delivery of a consistently high level of service, this will include;Taking responsibility and being accountable for managing own workload, riskassessment and management, acting within professional codes and appropriately tothe clinical team leader for advice and supportUndertaking other duties when required, such as audits or administrative tasksIdentifying issues which may negatively impact upon service delivery and reportingthese on to the clinical support manager/clinical manager operational team leader/shiftmanager in a timely fashionActing as a clinical resource for non-clinical staff who may require advice and supportMaintain contemporaneous records of the consultation and action using the computersoftware and where necessary written records, in line with NMC guidance and localpolicies, guidelines and proceduresRemain focused on the delivery of an excellent service within an unpredictable, diverseand challenging workloadCommunicationWork effectively as a team member, supporting and communicating with otherprofessional colleagues and cliniciansUse critical thinking and effective communication skills to holistically assess patientsneeds and determine relevant culture, social, economic factors in a respectful and nonjudgemental mannerProvide a professional, courteous and efficient service consistent with organisationalstandards for patients seeking assistance from the service, maintaining a professionaland reassuring manner at all timesUtilise advanced listening, probing and facilitative skills across a diverse range ofcases, some of which may be highly challenging due to emotive circumstances,communication difficulties and patient anxietyUtilise complex communication skills to negotiate and provide support to patients whomay be non-compliant with the recommended outcomesUtilise interpreter services, communication aids and other resources, to addressbarriers to communication and understandingEffectively use a range of communication methods (e.g. telephone, email, fax, letterand report writing) to facilitate communication at all levels within and external to theorganisationEducation, Training and DevelopmentAdvanced Nurse Practitioner V-JD011 Job Description Updated April2019Actively participate in the individual annual review processActively participate in individual and service performance reviewsIn conjunction with line manager take responsibility for identifying and addressingpersonal/professional development needs in line with service requirements and tomeet the requirements of professional registration and revalidationActively participate in clinical supervision to facilitate personal and professionaldevelopmentContribute to the development of a learning environment in which organisational andprofessional development can flourishContribute to the training of other staff where requiredSupport new staff in their development and participate in supervision, teaching andmentorship to help new staff develop and achieve competency to perform their roleAttend statutory, mandatory and any other relevant training courses/updates (e.g. ITand computer skills including specific decision support / clinical tool kits, Governanceand Health and Safety)Share and utilise professional knowledge, skills and expertise with colleagues toenhance the service delivered to patientsInformation Management and TechnologyKeep contemporaneous and accurate records during the patient consultation withinthe relevant software programme and maintain paper records as appropriateMaintain confidentiality in relation to all information governance requirements, ensuringthat data is only disclosed in compliance with suchDevelop and maintain knowledge and competence in computer skills in order to accesssoftware applications, databases, documents, email and approved intranet / internetresourcesDevelop and maintain knowledge and competence is using telephonyGovernance, Quality and Service DevelopmentContribute to the achievement of service standards and performance requirements byparticipating in regular quality monitoring and individual performance reviewsAttend and contribute to meetings, workshops, and other groups in order to supportthe on-going development of the serviceParticipate in audit, customer satisfaction programmes, research and other qualityimprovement activitiesParticipate in the investigation of incidents, complaints and other issues as requiredAdhere to organisation policies, procedures and guidelinesAdhere to professional codes of conduct and guidelinesThe post holder must, at all times, act honestly and open and comply with relevantcorporate governance requirements, employment legislation . click apply for full job details