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Ryalls Park Medical Centre have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join their supportive Nursing Team full time on a 12 month fixed term basis.
The hours are 15 hours per week, working Monday to Friday working at Ryalls Park and Oaklands Surgery in Yeovil. Working pattern to be discussed at interview
Salary is dependent on experience but ranges from between £39,439.66 to £58,269 per annum with a NHS or NEST pension offered.
You will be an experienced Nurse who will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of patient care. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to make differential diagnosis using decision making and problem solving skills whilst making professional autonomous decisions for which you are accountable.
You will possess the ability to work independently and to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with other health care professionals and disciplines, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be an experienced Nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of patient care.
The post will holder will be able to demonstrate the ability to make differential diagnosis using decision making and problem solving skills whilst making professional autonomous decisions for which they are accountable. They will possess the ability to work independently and to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with other health care professionals and disciplines, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures. NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
About us
Symphony Healthcare Services was established in 2016 as part of the award-winning Symphony Programme Vanguard, developing new models of care. We now support 20 practices across Somerset and East Devon, providing care for 120,000 patients.
Symphony has developed a model where each practice is encouraged to operate autonomously, but as a subsidiary of Yeovil Hospital and with the backing and economies of scale from a central support team (particularly for HR and strategic management matters).
Providing NHS services is at the heart of what we do. Our vision is to ensure that primary care is sustainable for patients and practices in Somerset, and we aim to be a national exemplar for primary care provision. We work closely with our practice teams to support, develop and transform patient care and working practices with innovation and technology at the heart of what we do.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner will work within their professional boundaries; will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of their care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care for patients within the general practice. They will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures. In order to work at this level, NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
- Minimum 5 years Post Registration Experience
- Minimum 2 years recent primary/community nursing experience
- Nurse led management of minor ailments and injuries
- Nurse led triage
Desirable
- Health Needs Assessment
QualificationsEssential
- Registered First Level Nurse
- MSC or equivalent
- Relevant nursing/health degree
- Clinical supervision training and experience
Desirable
- Independent/supplementary Nurse Prescribing Qualification
- Mentoring/teaching Qualification
- Community Nursing Specialist Qualification
Knowledge and SkillsEssential
- Management of patients with long term conditions
- Management of patients with complex needs
Desirable
- Clinical examination skills
- Advanced clinical practice skills
- Knowledge of public health issues
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name
Symphony Healthcare Services Limited
Address
Ryalls Park Medical Centre
Marsh Lane
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 3BA
Employer's website
https://www.symphonyhealthcareservices.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Salary: £39,439.66-£56,731.70 per year
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 27/03/2024
Reference ID: E0215-24-0042
