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Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Salary: £44,000 - £54,000 per annum FTE DoE

Location: Great Western Medical Practice

Employment type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: Part-time 20 hours available

Closing date: 21/04/2024

Great Western Medical Practice part of OneMedical Group are looking for an (Advanced) Nurse/Clinical Practitioner/Pharmacist. 

The post holder will be able to demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and deliver expert care, including assessment, diagnostic skills, treatment and evaluation. They will communicate at all levels across boundaries and work closely with wider clinical team members. The post holder will also work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing Clinical leadership as required.  This is a part-time 20 hours per week job on a permanent bases. 

The job holder will have to:

Provide first point of contact within the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated undiagnosed problems that access the acute on the day service, routine appointments, or telephone triage. Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis and patients with complex needsInstigate necessary invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings and reports.  Directly admits patients to secondary care hospitals in acute medical need. Refer patients to other medical specialities for assessment when indicated including fast track referrals To take responsibility for making autonomous decisions in relation to patient care. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate) Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan. As an independent prescriber, the post holder will prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative framework  Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments, provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions 

Therefore, the successful candidate must have the following knowledge, training and experience:

Registered with a UK professional body, such as the NMC or HCPC etc.Degree level registration qualification or equivalent post-registration awardMSC in Advanced Practice or equivalent qualification, or working towards/ willingness to undertakeLife Support qualifications Non-Medical Prescribing qualificationAdvanced clinical practice skillsManagement of patients with long term and/ or complex conditions or needsRecognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by professional bodiesSubstantial experience working in Primary CareSignificant post registration experience 

About Great Western Medical Practice 

Located in the Seafield area in the West of Aberdeen, Great Western Medical Practice delivers healthcare for 10,000 patients from the ground floor of a modern health centre. The practice is made up of various healthcare professionals to meet extensive patient needs and offers a variety of telephone, face-to-face and video appointments between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. There is parking available and the Practice is close to amenities, including pharmacies, shops and local bus routes.

Location: Seafield Rd, Aberdeen AB15 7YT

Clinical systems:  We use SystemOne 

Our Benefits:

NHS Pension with 20.9% Employer Contribution 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata, if part-time); the annual leave entitlement rises with length of serviceExtra day of leave per year for work anniversaryPaid for Indemnity coverLearning and Development time (5% of weekly hours)Enhanced Maternity, Maternity Support (Paternity), Adoption payFamily friendly employment policiesSpecial and Significant Event LeaveParticipation in OMG’s refer a friend schemeInternal wellbeing support through OMGs Wellbeing AdvisorsEmployee Assistance Program run by award winning Health AssuredEye care scheme – free eye test plus a contribution towards glassesCycle to work schemeAccess to NHS DiscountsContinued personal and professional development

About usOneMedical Group was founded in 2004 on the idea that there is a better way to care for communities. Our mission of ‘Improving Lives’ is underpinned by our core values of ‘Putting People First, Working Together for a Better Future’. We are committed to NHS values and reducing health inequalities.

We believe in delivering services that improve the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities, making sure primary care, as the foundation of the NHS, can thrive. Our focus is on delivering services that help our patients, and their families, adopt and sustain healthy behaviours, that improve health and quality of life, and lead to better health outcomes.

Our services are made up of innovative, GP and ACP-led multi-specialty teams, who make sure we practice safely and effectively, whilst creating a positive and rewarding workplace environment for colleagues delivering a high-quality experience for patients.

OneMedical Group is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. If you would like to discuss the support options available during the recruitment process please email: [email protected]