Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Liverpool

This is an exciting opportunity to work with South Sefton Primary Care Network, our GP Federation, South Sefton Primary Health Care Limited and the 19 constituent practices to develop Sefton Access Service. We understand the importance of family life and are pleased to offer flexible working options. For this role, the successful candidate will have the option to work flexibly, including compressed hours or term-time only working, providing an excellent work-life balance that accommodates other commitments outside of work.

The post holder will be a caring, compassionate and committed experienced clinician who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice. The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking throughout the clinical decision-making process. They will communicate and work collaboratively with the PCN team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing clinical leadership as required.

We are seeking a dedicated individual to be a key member working across Enhanced Access Service and the South Sefton Access Service. The initial focus of this role will be managing acute, on-the-day illness for patients aged 2 years and above.

South Sefton Primary Care Network is a large PCN covering the four localities of South Sefton, with a population of just over 130,000 patients. PCNs are groups of GP practices working with a wide range of partners across the healthcare system to improve the health of their population. Key to this purpose is strengthening general practice provision through working together, where it makes sense to do so and working as part of integrated care teams which work collaboratively for and with local people in each locality.

Main duties of the job:

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
• 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.
• 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 to support adherence to prescribed treatments.
• Provide information and advice on prescribed and over-the-counter medications, including medication regimens, side effects and interactions.
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
• Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.
• Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation.
• Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health.
• Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children.
• Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate.
• Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions.
• Undertake minor surgery as appropriate and within competence.

Collective responsibilities:

• Everyone working for South Sefton PCN is expected to commit to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring we create an environment where we can all achieve our full potential.
• Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care.
• Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression.
• The PCN is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities for staff to maintain their health, wellbeing and safety.
• All personnel have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for themselves, their team and others.
• The PCN is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service.
• We all have a responsibility to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.
• The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role.

Person Specification:

• Registered Advanced Clinical Practitioner (HCPC/NMC/GPhC).
• Master's degree (or recognised by the Centre for Advancing Practice as an Advanced Practitioner).
• Independent Prescriber (V300).
• Significant experience working as an ACP/ANP in primary care.
• Able to assess, diagnose and manage undifferentiated and acute presentations.
• Advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work within the expected scope of Advanced Clinical Practice, recognising own limitations and escalating appropriately.
• Excellent communication and consultation skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Competent in the use of EMIS and Microsoft Office.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Qualifications:

• MSc Advance Clinical Practice or relevant experience in practicing at an advanced level.

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.