The Enhanced Nurse role will in relation to delivering health services, and developing the nursing and GPA team, including line management responsibilities. Please see the full job description for detail.
We are particularly interested in hearing from those who have developed a specialist interest, for example in Diabetes, respiratory and so on.
Main duties of the job
Enhancedpractice nurses have the following key responsibilities in relation todelivering health services:
worksas part of a MDT within the PCN; consultswith patients, their family, and the multi-professional team to undertakeassessments of patient need and devise and evaluate complex care plans; teachesand advises patients and their families on how to manage their condition orsupport the multi-disciplinary team to do so;
recognisesboundaries of their practice and know when and to whom patients should bereferred;
holdsresponsibility for team performance and service delivery
facilitateand support the development and delivery of innovative training and educationto staff, to improve competence and confidence, in line with best practice andguidance related to area of expertise. Participatein and/or lead formal training events promoting best practice in area ofexpertise.
provideprofessional and clinical leadership and mentorship, acting as a clinical rolemodel on the delivery of evidence-based practice. Adviseand support on the development and delivery of work streams relating to area ofexpertise as part of the PCNs strategy, where appropriate.
contributeto the delivery of local policy, procedures and protocols for the PCN toimprove identification, assessment, ongoing support for patients and theirfamily carers.
About us
Leigh Primary Care Network is made up of ten practices covering a population of over 60,000. Already employing various roles, such as FCPs, Pharmacists, Community Link Workers, Care Coordinators and GPAs, and with a strong leadership team, the aim is to continue to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.
Job responsibilities
In addition to the summary of the role provided, please see attached job description for a full overview of the role and expectations.
Person Specification
Experience
- Working at an enhanced level of practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
- Experience of working within general practice and PCNs
- Evidence of personal development
- Experience of nurse-led management of chronic conditions.
- Experience of implementing protocols and clinical guidelines.
- Experience of quality initiatives such as clinical benchmarking.
- Specific General Practice skills and qualifications
- Excellent communication and
- interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work with independently
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to handle a busy and varied primary care workload
- Ability to offer support within a clinical team and share learning points in team meetings
- Understanding of and commitment to upholding the Nolan Principles of Public Life
- UK driving licence
- Experience of working with other primary care providers; OOH/EA
- An awareness of current developments and initiatives in primary care.
- Understanding of the pressures faced by practices and healthcare teams
- Knowledge of the pathways and protocols in existence
Experience
- Working at an enhanced level of practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
- Experience of working within general practice and PCNs
- Evidence of personal development
- Experience of nurse-led management of chronic conditions.
- Experience of implementing protocols and clinical guidelines.
- Experience of quality initiatives such as clinical benchmarking.
- Specific General Practice skills and qualifications
- Excellent communication and
- interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work with independently
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to handle a busy and varied primary care workload
- Ability to offer support within a clinical team and share learning points in team meetings
- Understanding of and commitment to upholding the Nolan Principles of Public Life
- UK driving licence
- Experience of working with other primary care providers; OOH/EA
- An awareness of current developments and initiatives in primary care.
- Understanding of the pressures faced by practices and healthcare teams
- Knowledge of the pathways and protocols in existence
Qualifications
- Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
- Evidence of other post registration at level 7 or above relevant to their area of enhanced practice.
- Specialised interests qualification
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.
Leigh PCN - 1st Floor Bridgewater Medical Centre
Leigh PCN - 1st Floor Bridgewater Medical Centre
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Enhanced Practice Nurse - Leigh PCN in North Leigh employer: Brookmill Medical Centre
Brookmill Medical Centre offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth, particularly for those aspiring to management roles in General Practice. The practice values strong organizational skills and effective communication, fostering a compassionate atmosphere among its staff. Employees benefit from working alongside an experienced management team, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity in operations.
