Urgent Care Practitioner / ANP- General Practice

The Panton Practice is looking to recruit a dynamic forward-thinking Paramedic Practitioner / Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join their expanding multi-disciplinary team. We are looking for a person with experience in dealing with acute minor illnesses. We operate on a system of e-Consultations, telephone triaging and same day face to face appointments.

Main duties of the job include:

• Providing evidence of autonomous practice and being comfortable in patient assessment.
• Using diagnostic equipment such as ECG to facilitate patient assessment and initiating treatment plans.
• Demonstrating good communication skills, IT knowledge, and the ability to multi-task.
• Working independently as well as part of a supportive and flexible team.

Experience of SystmOne and working in the NHS would be an advantage but is not essential.

About us:

• We are a large GP training practice with a GMS list size around 17,000.
• Our team consists of 4 Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 3 Paramedic Practitioners, 2 Practice Nurses, and a Reception and Admin team.
• We are an established training practice with registrars and have been rated Good in our most recent CQC inspection.
• We offer free parking, a 30-minute paid coffee break with all clinical staff in the morning, and 15-minute appointments with double appointments for complex patients.
• Daily Duty Doctor support and daily clinical supervision are provided.
• Minimum 27 days annual leave, pro rata.

Primary Care is evolving, and we are part of the Bournemouth Central Primary Care Network, working with other local practices to offer further extended services both in and outside of our core hours. These include Physio, Pharmacists, Social Prescribers, Health Coaches, and our Frailty Team.

We are a teaching practice for GPs and allied professionals and are developing a strong Multi-Disciplinary Team, which is key for better patient care. Every day is different, presenting new challenges in a diverse environment. We work in a friendly atmosphere where social events happen throughout the year.

Job responsibilities include:

• Acting as an Advanced Nurse / Paramedic Practitioner, demonstrating advanced clinical competence.
• Triage patients and undertake consultations via e-Consultation, telephone triage, or face to face.
• Make direct referrals to primary, secondary, and social services within locally agreed pathways.
• Provide clinical advice to Reception staff where required.
• Ensure high-quality clinical care is delivered in a timely manner.
• Supply and administer medicines as indicated to address patient needs.
• Ensure complete and accurate documentation of each patient contact.
• Work as an autonomous practitioner and as part of multi-disciplinary teams.

Professional responsibilities include:

• Adhering to the NMC / HCPC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintaining confidentiality regarding patient and staff information.
• Providing supervision and mentoring to other staff as needed.

Communication responsibilities include:

• Communicating effectively with patients and families regarding complex information about their care.
• Working collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied health professionals.
• Ensuring accurate record keeping in line with local policies and NMC guidelines.

Educational/Personal Development responsibilities include:

• Participating in defining own developmental plan to maintain and develop clinical skills.
• Completing all statutory and mandatory training.
• Participating in appraisals and regular performance reviews.

Other responsibilities include:

• Adhering to infection control policies to promote cleanliness and reduce infections.
• Contributing to the cleanliness of the work environment.
• Promoting equality and diversity in the workplace.
• Complying with health and safety policies and procedures.

This post is subject to a Disclosure check Enhanced Level with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) due to access to children or vulnerable adults.