An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our fast-growing, friendly team as a Advanced Nurse Practitioner for 30 - 37.5 hours per week, to be worked over 4 or 5 days per week. No weekend or bank holiday working.
We are looking for a friendly, professional individual that strives to go the extra mile for their patients and you will work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team.
We offer 6 weeks annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday (pro rata), along with NHS Pension and free, on-site parking.
About Us
Cardigan Health Centre has approximately 10,400 patients. We are a GP training practice and we are based within the new Cardigan Integrated Care Centre. We strive to deliver the highest quality healthcare to our patients, through continuous training and development of all staff.
We are a short walk away from Cardigan town and only a few miles drive away from many beaches!
We work alongside other service providers in the Integrated Care Centre, which include MIU, Xray, Physiotherapy, Sexual Health, Outpatients and District Nurses.
Our team is made up of 4 GP Partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 3 ANPs, 3 Nurses, HCA and a Phlebotomist, who all work alongside our large Reception and Admin.
We currently use Vision clinical system and we are migrating over to EMIS Web in July. Full training will be provided.
Job Overview
The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking and be a committed, experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care.
They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care for our patients.
The post holder will communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the general practice team and with our colleagues within the Integrated Care Centre to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
Duties
To deliver a high standard of patient care as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in general practice, using advanced autonomous clinical skills, and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base.
Working in a flexible approach and in collaboration with the GPs and other health professionals to provide comprehensive healthcare sensitive to the needs of the local population.
Qualifications
- Registered General Nurse (Currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council).
- Recognised Advanced Practice qualification.
- Independent Nurse Prescriber.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post registration experience and recent experience in a primary care/ community/ emergency setting.
- Evidence of appropriate continuing professional development activity to maintain up-to-date knowledge and ongoing competence in all aspects of the ANP role, including long term condition management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Knowledge of national standards that inform practice (e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines etc). Understanding of their accountability arising from the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2004) and medico-legal aspects of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner role.
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Time management and ability to prioritise workload.
- Able to analyse data and information, drawing out implications for the individual patient/impact on care plan.
- Able to establish and maintain effective communication pathways within the Multidisciplinary Team.
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient health within our community while working in a supportive environment that values professional development and collaboration.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £31.00-£36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
