Job description

Job responsibilities

Care Coordination and Patient Support

Act as a key point of contact for patients, carers and professionals involved in care.

Coordinate care for individuals with complex health, social care and psychological needs.

Support patients to understand their diagnosis, treatment options and available services.

Promote independence, self-management and improved quality of life.

Support patients to attend appointments and engage with health and care services.

Monitor wellbeing and identify changes in need, escalating appropriately.

Support individuals experiencing anxiety, low mood, loneliness, adjustment difficulties or distress.

Provide ongoing contact and support to reduce social isolation and improve engagement.

Carer and Family Support

Provide practical, emotional and informational support to carers and families.

Identify carers experiencing stress, burnout or social isolation.

Support access to carers assessments, respite services, benefits advice and peer support.

Provide information on dementia progression and coping strategies.

Promote carer wellbeing and resilience through ongoing engagement.

Service Navigation and Advocacy

Provide information, advice and signposting to health, social care, housing, welfare and voluntary sector services.

Support patients and carers to access appropriate services and overcome barriers.

Promote personalised care and shared decision-making.

Advocate on behalf of patients and carers where appropriate.

Multi-Disciplinary Team Working

Work collaboratively with GPs, Dementia Nurse, Care Coordinators, Social Prescribers, Community Nurses, Mental Health Practitioners, Social Workers and voluntary sector partners.

Participate in MDT meetings and case discussions as required.

Share relevant information in line with information governance requirements.

Contribute to coordinated, integrated care planning across services.

Safeguarding, Governance and Administration

Identify safeguarding concerns and escalate appropriately in line with procedures.

Support safeguarding processes and contribute to information gathering where required.

Maintain awareness of the Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest decision-making.

Maintain accurate, timely and confidential electronic patient records.

Support audits, data collection and service evaluation activities.

Ensure compliance with GDPR, confidentiality and information governance standards.

Contribute to continuous improvement of the Dementia Nurse Service and Frailty Team.

Attend supervision, mandatory training and team meetings.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner organisations.

Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and person-centred care in all aspects of work.

Work within organisational policies and professional standards.

Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in health, social care, community or voluntary sector services.
• Experience working with carers and families.
• Experience providing emotional and practical support.
• Experience of MDT working.

Desirable

• Experience supporting people with dementia, frailty or mental health needs.
• Experience of care coordination or case management.
• Experience using electronic patient record systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Care Certificate.
• Qualification in Health & Social Care, Mental Health or Dementia Care.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Mental Health, Dementia Care or equivalent experience.
• Safeguarding Adults Training.

Personal Attributes

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Knowledge

Essential

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Skills and Abilities

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

South and East Leeds GP Group

Address

Hosted Employers address

1st Floor Park Edge Practice

Asket Drive

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS14 1HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.seleedsgpgroup.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform Spirometry: Conduct quality-assured diagnostic spirometry and flow-volume loops, including bronchodilator reversibility testing where trained and authorised via Patient Group Directions (PGD).
• Patient Care: Prepare patients, explain the breathing manoeuvres clearly, ensure accurate physical measurements (height, weight), and monitor patient wellbeing during testing.
• Data Management: Accurately record, upload, and input physiological data into electronic patient record systems.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and daily check lung function and diagnostic equipment according to infection control and safety policies.
• Additional Clinical Tasks: Support respiratory teams with spot-check oximetry, FeNO testing, or basic observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) as required.
• Ability to move between centres as the project aims to provide spirometry closer to patients home.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills to coach patients through maximal breathing efforts, basic IT literacy, and the ability to follow strict standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare/science-related subject, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge (e.g., Care Certificate plus targeted respiratory competencies).

Training

Essential

• Willingness to work toward or hold a recognised competency certificate (such as the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology - ARTP Spirometry certificate).

Experience

Essential

• Prior experience working in a patient-facing clinical or community healthcare setting, ideally within primary care or a respiratory/sleep physiology department.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC

Address

Unit 1, 5 Research Way

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sentinelhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload, work to deadlines and react positively to situations at short notice.

Willingness to work in a flexible manner as part of a team and to adapt working practices to suit the changing demands of service requirements. Good understanding of the NHS IT systems.(Training will be provided where necessary).

To possess good interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to operate with diplomacy.

To have a good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook/ Office and its applications including experience of using Excel spreadsheets effectively.

Able to work successfully both autonomously and as part of a team; maintaining good working relationships and knowing when to refer to others.

To demonstrate good organisation and logistical skills and apply a high attention to detail.

To have a basic knowledge of the NHS and Wigan GP Alliances services. (Training will be provided where necessary).

Being able to perform in a flexible and proactive manner, adapting to changing priorities and circumstances as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Math's
• Confident ability to use a PC and comfortable to train with our in house packages.
• There is daily use of MS software packages so experience of Word and especially Excel.
• Driving license and own car essential

Desirable

• Desirable experience of working in a GP practice or similar environments

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Wigan GP Alliance

Address

17 Beecham Court

Wigan

Lancashire

WN3 6PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.wigangpalliance.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Deliver dedicated Family History Breast Clinics, including:
  • Comprehensive family history assessment
  • Risk stratification using agreed regional/national guidance
  • Appropriate onward referral for genetic counselling and surveillance pathways
  • Patient counselling and reassurance
• Support and develop the Breast Pain Pathway, helping to:
  • Provide timely assessment and reassurance for low-risk patients
  • Reduce unnecessary 2WW referrals
  • Improve patient experience and pathway efficiency
  • Promote evidence-based management strategies
• Participate in Triple Assessment Breast Clinics for urgent suspected cancer referrals under consultant supervision and agreed governance arrangements, including:
  • Clinical breast examination
  • Interpretation and discussion of imaging findings
  • Supporting patient communication and documentation
  • Coordinating onward investigations and follow-up
• Assist with triage of breast referrals, including:
  • Prioritisation of urgent referrals
  • Redirecting inappropriate referrals to alternative pathways where appropriate
  • Supporting pathway navigation and clinic utilisation

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Qualified GP with full GMC registration
• On NHS England's National Performers List for GPs
• Certificate of postgraduate general practice training
• Experience of delivering GMS/PMS services
• Evidnce of basic life support (within last 12 months), safeguarding children and safeguarding adults (within last 3 months)

Desirable

• Worked as GP principal or salaried within the ICBs served by the service
• Previous experience working within a breast service or symptomatic breast clinic
• Understanding of local pathways and services available
• Experience of supporting ambulatory or rapid assessment clinics
• Experience of family history assessment and risk stratification

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical Responsibilities

In accordance with the job plan, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Collecting data for audit purposes

Compiling and issuing acute and repeat

Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities within the Practice:

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice

Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the practice

This is not a comprehensive definition of the post. Postholders will be expected to undertake any work that comes within the remit of the posts purpose. The job description will be kept under review and may be changed according to Practice requirements. Discussions on any major changes will be held with the postholder.

Health & Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and keeping them free from hazards

Actively reporting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Production of performance and quality information

To ensure that documentation (electronic and paper-based) exists to support performance standards across the full range of performance-based activity QOF, Enhanced Services etc.

To assist in the production of information for clinical audit.

To undertake ad-hoc work related to the performance of the practice under the guidance of the Partners.

Data Quality

To work within the clinical computer system to improve data quality, using the expertise of other data staff where appropriate.

Equality & Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.

Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.

Taking responsibility for own development, learning, and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others.

This role is considered to be a developmental position and the jobholder will be encouraged to develop personal and business skills.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will:

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

External communication will be with patients, Clinical Commissioning Groups and other NHS bodies, and other GP practices and service providers.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.

Participate in audit where appropriate.

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Inclusion on performers list
• Vocational training certificate or equivalent
• Annual appraisal and revalidation, and maintain
• Basic life support
• UK work permit, if required

Desirable

• Experience within medical, surgical, A&E, paediatrics or mental health
• MRCGP graduate
• Evident of continued professional development
• Minor surgery

Experience

Essential

• SystmOne
• Experience within primary care
• Triage
• Face to face consultations
• Chronic disease management
• Clinical governance
• Delivery of QOF targets

Desirable

• Audit
• Understanding of PMS contract
• Awareness of ICB initiatives

Skills

Essential

• Basic computer literacy skills
• Good telephone manner, clear speech
• Good record keeping
• Communication and listening skills
• Ability to work in a multi-professional team
• Ability to work under pressure, manage demanding workloads
• Aware of needs of patients, relatives and carers
• Adhere to confidentiality requirements
• Ability to cope with patients under extreme stress from both social and clinical circumstances
• Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements
• Effective communication skills to enable conversations about medical issues with patients and colleagues
• Flexible, caring and empathetic
• Self motivated
• Professional approach
• Presentable appearance
• Reliable, punctual and committed to work
• Full UK Driving Licence

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Homestead Medical Centre

Address

Homestead Drive

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF2 9PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.homesteadmedicalcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Frailty & Community Hub Co-ordination

Frailty Identification & Navigation:

Support the proactive identification and coding of moderately and severely frail patients. Serve as a central point of co-ordination between GP practices, the Community Frailty Hub, District Nurses, Community Therapy Teams, and Adult Social Care.

Personalised Care & Reablement Support: Assist in delivering person-centred care plans that encourage patient independence, goal engagement, and safe living within their own homes.

Physical Observations & Early Warning: Perform and accurately record basic physical observations (e.g., blood pressure, pulse oximetry, blood sugar) when indicated or instructed by a clinician. Monitor patients for subtle changes in condition and immediately escalate concerns to clinical staff.

Assessment & Visit Workflow: Facilitate first visit assessment documentation, maintain pre-visit summaries and ensure pre-visit data is accurately communicated across the MDT.

Signposting & Referral Pathways: Actively refer and signpost patients and carers to appropriate community services, voluntary agencies, and reablement programmes (e.g., home exercise plans set by therapy teams) to mitigate admission risks.

Cancer Care & Prevention

Co-ordinate contact with newly diagnosed cancer patients and monitor the 2 week wait referral process.

Proactively invite patients for screening (cervical, breast, bowel) and target non-responders to increase uptake.

Track necessary routine monitoring tests for cancer management and present learning/data at monthly governance meetings.

End of Life Care (EOLC) & Complex Needs

Assist in identifying and correctly coding palliative and complex patients.

Ensure regular annual and clinical reviews occur, assisting with correct DNAR record coding and reviews.

Liaise with social prescribing link workers, health/wellbeing coaches, and community providers to manage physical and psychological needs.

Learning Disabilities (LD) & Safeguarding

Support LD register patients with annual reviews, accessible communications, and uptake of preventative measures (flu/COVID jabs, screening).

Oversee safeguarding workflow, record management, document summarising, and coding across PCN practices, maintaining child/adult registers and liaising with MASH.

General Administrative & MDT Duties

Maintain accurate, timely electronic records (/EMIS Web) for all contact points, ensuring CQC documentation requirements are met.

Participate in vaccination call/recall campaigns and support practice reception/triage cover when required.

Contribute to safe service delivery through planned/unplanned cover and active involvement in team training and 1-to-1 performance reviews.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working in a patient-focused/community setting
• Multi-disciplinary team working & administrative systems
• Independent workload prioritization

Desirable

• Experience in Primary Care, PCNs, or Frailty Hubs
• Supporting service improvement or clinical audit

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Excellent verbal & written communication
• IT literacy (EMIS Web, MS Office)
• Basic physical observation monitoring skills (or willingness to train)
• Ability to recognize boundaries and escalate clinical concerns promptly

Desirable

• Network building with external health and social care partners
• Ability to motivate patients in goal setting & rehabilitation

Behaviours / Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate, solution-focused, and patient-centred
• Commitment to equality, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
• Adaptable team player with strong time management

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in health/social care
• Enhanced DBS with Adult/Child Barred List clearance

Desirable

• Care Certificate

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.

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire GP Federation

Address

Holistic Person-Centred Care (HIPC) PCN

Tunstall and Surrounding Area

Stoke on Trent

ST6 6BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northstaffordshiregpfederation.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Nurse

16 Hours per Week | 2-3 Days | Grove Medical Centre, SE8 3QH

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Grove Medical Centre.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population while working within a well-established and forward-thinking GP practice. You will enjoy a varied role with the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients, support them to improve their health outcomes and contribute to the ongoing development of our clinical services.

As an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide a broad range of nursing services, including chronic disease management, cervical screening, immunisations, wound care and health promotion. You will also lead on Infection Prevention and Control, helping to ensure the practice maintains the highest standards of patient safety and quality care.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients across all age groups.
• Run clinics for long-term conditions including Diabetes, COPD and Asthma.
• Undertake NHS Health Checks, New Patient Health Checks and Learning Disability Health Checks.
• Provide cervical screening and women's health services.
• Deliver routine, childhood and travel vaccinations.
• Carry out wound care, dressings and suture or staple removal.
• Identify patients at risk of developing long-term conditions and support preventative care.
• Promote healthier lifestyles through education and health promotion activities.
• Lead on Infection Prevention and Control, including audits, training and annual reporting.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists and the wider healthcare team to deliver safe, effective and evidence-based care.
• Support vulnerable patients through coordinated care and partnership working with external services.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development across the practice.

You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and experience working in primary care or community nursing. You will be confident working independently, have excellent clinical and communication skills, and be committed to delivering patient-centred care.

Experience in chronic disease management, immunisations and infection prevention and control is essential.

Qualifications in cervical cytology, family planning, teaching or chronic disease management would be advantageous.

In return, we offer:

• Excellent work-life balance
• Supportive and welcoming team culture
• Strong clinical and administrative support
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• NHS discount and wellbeing schemes
• Onsite parking
• Excellent public transport links
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

If you are passionate about primary care and want to join a practice where your skills, ideas and contribution are valued, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Registered Nurse with a current and valid NMC registration.
• Experience working as a Practice Nurse, Community Nurse or in a Primary Care setting.
• Experience managing patients with long-term conditions, including Diabetes, COPD and Asthma.
• Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes.
• Knowledge and practical experience of Infection Prevention and Control standards and procedures.
• Experience carrying out health promotion and preventative healthcare activities.
• Competent in wound care, dressings and removal of sutures and staples.
• Ability to work independently and make clinical decisions within scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centred approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Experience using clinical systems and electronic patient records.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

Desirable

• Experience working with EMIS Web.
• Cervical Cytology qualification.
• Family Planning qualification.
• Independent Prescribing qualification.
• Mentor, Assessor or Teaching qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in Chronic Disease Management.
• Travel Health qualification and experience.
• Experience leading or supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience acting as an Infection Prevention and Control Lead.
• Knowledge of QOF, Enhanced Services and NHS Primary Care contracts.

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 details

Employer name

Grove Medical Centre

Address

Windlass Place

Deptford

London

SE8 3QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.grovemedical.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical Responsibilities:

In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post holder will be available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Collecting data QOF data and other data required by the practice

Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation

Participating in Significant Event Analysis

Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)

Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

Participate in training plans of medical students as required

In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within general practice

Other Practice Responsibilities:

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice/CQC policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

Undertaking Duty Doctor responsibilities on a rotational basis

Contributing towards extended hours provision on a weekly basis

Supporting colleagues with the smooth running of the surgery by providing cover and assistance, in particular during periods of illness, annual leave or absence for other reasons

Personal/Professional Development:

Attend courses and study days to ensure continuing professional development, taking responsibility for own development

Participate in individual performance review including annual appraisals and internal peer review

Health and Safety

Comply with all Health and Safety and infection control requirements

Take responsibility for own health and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by your own acts or omissions

Equality and Diversity

Comply with the practice Equal Opportunities Policy and Procedure

Behave in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgemental and respectful to the differing needs, beliefs, circumstances and perspectives of patients, carers and colleagues

Quality, Risk Management and Clinical Governance

Work within the clinical governance processes of the practice

Identify, manage and share issues relating to quality and risk in line with practice policies and procedures

Participate in practice quality improvement initiatives

Confidentiality

To maintain confidentiality of information relating to patients, clients, staff and other users of the services in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, General Data Protection Regulation and Caldicott Principles.

This job description outlines the key duties and responsibilities of the role but is not an exhaustive list. It may be amended and developed as required to reflect changing circumstances, development of the role or the needs of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration, on Medical Performers List or GPST3 due to complete training
• Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork Time management being able to prioritise work
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to primary prevention and health improvement Commitment to addressing health inequalities
• Ability to act in a way that empowers patients and advocates for them where needed.

Desirable

• HYMS/GP Trainer
• SystmOne experience

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 details

Employer name

Holderness Health

Address

Church View Surgery

5 Market Hill House

Hedon

HU12 8JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.holdernesshealth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, evidence based effective nursing care to the whole practice population, including the assessment of patients with chronic diseases, subject to experience and/or training.

You will demonstrate critical thinking and skills in decision making, and work collaboratively with the whole general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures. You should also thrive in working within a professional team, be a team player and supportive to all others.

Remuneration will be in line with the experience you can bring. We offer generous pay and annual leave.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration

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 details

Employer name

Richmond Surgery

Address

Richmond Close

Fleet

Hampshire

GU52 7US

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.richmondsurgeryfleet.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

• Job Title:Consultant Psychiatrist

• Service Line:Female Acute

• Professionally Accountable to:Medical Director

• Managerially Responsible to:Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experiencedfull-time Consultant Psychiatristwho will work atCygnet Hospital Kewstokeand provide senior medical cover onSandford Ward,our 16 bed Female acute service.

Sandford Ward is our female acute service, providing a safe and stabilising environment for women who may require an emergency admission or who are in crisis.

The focus of the service is to help stabilise and settle individuals and assess their needs thoroughly. During their time on the ward, service users may have their medications adjusted and other interventions will be considered and, where appropriate, put into place.

Service users on Sandford Ward have support from the full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) with a range of interventions available. Sandford Ward aims to work collaboratively with service users and their family/carers in formulating and providing person-centred care tailored towards each individual needs, to help prepare for independent life back in the community or for moving into mainstream rehabilitation.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain th e care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.

And youll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.

At Cygnet, youll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Sandford Ward

• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.

• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team

• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users

• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment

• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits

• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service

• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings

• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required

• Good maintenance of patient reco rds

• To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager

• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.

• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

• Contribute to the On call rota in line with the needs of the region

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to £165,000 per year

• Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate

• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service

• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme

• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary

• Contributory pension scheme

• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group

• Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet Portolio Pathway programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme

• Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives

• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions

• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations

• Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card

• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support

• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription deliv ery to your local pharmacy

• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified

• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status

• Experienced & knowledgeable inGeneral Adult Psychiatry & mental health diagnosis

• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity

• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes

• Committed to continued professional development

• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the link to apply or email [email protected] to arrange a site visit our informal discussion.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Kewstoke

BS22 9UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, directing them to the appropriate service or healthcare professional efficiently and professionally.
• Provide general support to the practice team, projecting a positive and approachable image both in person and over the telephone.
• Maintain an effective and efficient reception service, handling enquiries regarding medical advice, medication, and other patient needs, and relay them accurately to clinical staff.
• Schedule new and follow-up appointments, explain procedures, and manage incoming and outgoing calls, ensuring accurate messaging and prompt delivery.
• Accurately enter patient information into EMIS, ensuring records are complete, relevant, and correctly filed.
• Log and communicate home visit requests and other urgent patient needs promptly, prioritizing appropriately.
• Process repeat prescription requests via electronic prescribing or printed systems, ensuring readiness for patient collection within 48 hours.
• Manage incoming hospital mail and post, and ensure proper handling of all patient correspondence.
• Scan and attach non-electronic documents to patient records, ensuring accurate read-coding before appointments.
• Assess and prioritize urgent patient requests, using sound judgment and professional communication while maintaining workflow.
• Explain practice arrangements and registration procedures to new or temporary patients.
• Inform patients of test results (pathology/radiology) and ensure results are filed correctly in the patient record.
• Open and secure the premises, including alarm activation/deactivation, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment in waiting areas and communal spaces.
• Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the role as requested by Partners or Managers.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a GP Practice, Hospital admin or other Clinical admin setting

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent qualification in English and Maths.

Desirable

• Previous reception business admin training course, not essential but desirable.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Parkway Medical Centre

Address

Cropton Way

Coulby Newham

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS8 0TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.parkwaymedicalcentre.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

• Job Title:Specialty Doctor

• Service Line:Male Rehabilitation

• Professionally Accountable to:Consultant Psychiatrist

• Managerially Responsible to:Hospital Manager

Are you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?

We are seeking an experienced full-timeSpecialty Doctorwho will work atCygnet Lodge Kewstokeand provide psychiatric care onour 12 bed high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men who have enduring mental illness and may have been detained under the Mental Health Act.

At Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke we are looking to rotate Specialty Doctors between wards so there is an opportunity to gain a varied clinical exposure as well as a chance to work with different consultants.

Cygnet Lodge Kewstoke provides a high quality care through a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach in a community facing environment. We focus on successful discharge planning from the moment individuals arrive.

Service users may have a range of mental health difficulties, including personality disorder or a mild learning disability (as a secondary diagnosis). Our approach focuses on a culture of risk management balanced with therapeutic optimism, where men have the opportunity to develop and practice skills they will need in a safe environment.

You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high quality treatment under the direction of a Consultant Psychiatrist

• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users

• Participate in weekly ward rounds & attend multidisciplinary meetings

• Attend Care Programme Approach & Section 117 meetings & mental health review tribunals

• Provide up-to-date clinical information at all meetings

• Ensure that medical decisions are implemented as planned

• Audit medical services & ensure compliance with GMC & other professional guidelines

• Uphold policies & procedures and contribute to service governance & development

• Participate in the On call rota in line with the needs of the region

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to £90,000 per year
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to cl aim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
• Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Experienced in General Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledgeable of mental health legislation & codes of practice
• An excellent clinical decision maker, with sound judgement & ability to manage risk
• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent

Our Portfolio Pathway

This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level and youll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.

Youll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development and youll receive support with MRCPsych exams.

Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive differ ence to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Keswstoke

BS22 9UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide wound care to patient

Venepuncture

Provide travel vaccination services

Ear care

Contraception reviews

Promotion of Infection Control procedures

Maintain accurate clinical records in line with data protection and GDPR

Ensure read codes are used effectively

Assist GPs with minor surgery when required

Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

Liaise with external services / agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Baby vaccination training
• Travel health
• Wound care training
• Previous primary care experience
• Experience with S1 Clinical System

Desirable

• Smear training
• Ear care

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered nurse
• Driving licence to deliver home visits

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 details

Employer name

Tickhill and Colliery Medical Practice

Address

25 St Marys Road

Tickhill

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN11 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thetickhillsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Undertake appropriate management of long term conditions, screening programmes, immunisation programmes within their level of competency and with adequate and recognised training.
• Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with a patients healthcare.
• Perform home visits where appropriate.
• Responsibility for reviewing and acting on own sample results or those referred onto you from another nurse or associated healthcare professional, or referring to a more senior clinician when appropriate.
• Support and promote the development of team working to ensure a high standard of nursing care within the treatment area.
• Adhere and work to defined polices and protocols, including health and safety, equality and diversity, and confidentiality within the practice.
• Assist in the ordering and maintaining of stock as delegated by the Nurse Manager.
• Be aware of national standards of infection control and good practice guidelines and active observation of current working practices across the practice ensuring that procedures are followed.
• Actively identifying, reporting and correction of health and safety hazards.
• Responsible for the safe use of all diagnostic and treatment equipment, and alert other team members to issues of quality or risk.
• Attend practice meetings whenever possible and those that are mandatory.
• Maintain competency and develop new skills as decided by service requirements.
• Communicate, refer and liaise effectively with other agencies and staff regarding patients well being, with appropriate regard to confidentiality.
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a nurse in general practice or primary care including treatment room duties, patient assessment, and management of long-term conditions.

Desirable

• Leadership or mentoring qualifications supporting training and development of junior staff.
• Professional development courses relevant to primary care nursing or patient care excellence.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration fully licensed to practice in the UK.
• Relevant clinical training or experience in primary care nursing including treatment room procedures, immunisations, and long-term condition management, cytology.
• UK driving licence

Desirable

• Leadership or mentoring qualifications supporting training and development of junior staff.
• Professional development courses relevant to primary care nursing or patient care excellence.

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 details

Employer name

Tickhill and Colliery Medical Practice

Address

25 St Marys Road

Tickhill

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN11 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thetickhillsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will provide a specialist Paramedic resource for Health Care Professionals and service users, working in collaboration with other members of the Primary Care Network (PCN) Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). You will be required to work in all GP Practices within the PCN. The role will involve working as an autonomous, accountable Paramedic, in the provision of a holistic approach for individuals including assessment, diagnosis and treatment to deliver quality patient services.

The post holder will use advanced clinical skills to provide education to patients and service users, promoting self-care and empower them to make informed choices about their treatment.

The post holder will assess, diagnose, treat, refer or signpost patients and or service users who attend the surgery with undifferentiated or undiagnosed conditions relating to minor illness or minor injury. The post holder will coordinate telephone triage, taking clinical responsibility for all patients who have requested an urgent appointment.

Please see the attached Job description for the full details of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics
• Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration able to operate at an advanced level of clinical practice
• Framework for Higher Education Qualification (FHEQ) Level 7 or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCOF) Level 11
• 5 years post registration
• Driving License and access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Pre-reg MSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics non-medical prescribing qualification
• Evidence of verification against the paramedic primary care roadmap
• Non-Medical Prescriber
• Vaccination Qualifications
• Membership of the College of Paramedics
• BLS trainer
• Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Communication

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
• Ability to negotiate effectively
• Build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence

Desirable

• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
• Evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management
• Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively and persuasively across a diverse set of stakeholders

Experience

Essential

• Experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
• Working knowledge of the NHS, principles and values
• Ability to write comprehensive clinical notes, implement and evaluate care plans

Desirable

• Working towards advanced clinical practitioner status
• Mentorship or supervisory skills training
• Be aware of data protection (GDPR) and confidentiality issues particularly within a PCN
• Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
• Minor illness management
• Telephone triage
• Chronic Disease Management

Personal attributes and abilities

Essential

• Strong and inspirational leadership
• Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated
• Commitment to quality and best practice
• Flexible and adaptable
• Team player
• Willingness to attend meetings when required
• Smart and presentable
• A polite and helpful manner
• Honesty and Integrity
• A mature and responsible attitude to work

Desirable

• High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
• Ability to cope with unpredictable situations
• Confident in facilitating and challenging others
• Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered

Analysis Skills

Essential

• Ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues

Desirable

• Experience of working within a primary care setting
• Evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care
• Independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience of clinical audit

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 details

Employer name

Our Health Partnership

Address

1st Floor

1856 Pershore Road

Birmingham

B30 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://ourhealthpartnership.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Responsibilities:

Treatment room: Provide general treatment room nursing care such as wound management, vaccinations, phlebotomy, and chronic disease management.

Assessments and Procedures: Conduct health assessments, screenings, and routine procedures such as ECGs, and blood pressure monitoring.

Treatment Planning: Implement treatment plans for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with the wider healthcare professionals.

Health Promotion and Education:

Health promotion and prevention: delivery a range of health care services that support health promotion and prevention including sexual health, and participate in public health programs and initiatives to promote wellness and disease prevention within the community.

Patient Education: Deliver educational support to patients on health management, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.

Chronic Disease Management:

Specialised care: Organise and run specialised clinics relating to long term conditions management such as: asthma, COPD, Diabetes and other relevant nurse-led clinical areas.

Care Protocols: Follow protocols for the management of chronic diseases and chronic disease registers such as diabetes, asthma, COPD, and cardiovascular disease.

Patient Monitoring: Regularly review and monitor patient health status and adjust care plans as necessary.

Immunisation and Vaccination:

Vaccination Schedules: Administer vaccines according to national immunisation schedules.

Patient Follow-Up: Ensure proper follow-up and record management for vaccinations and immunisations.

Administrative and Record Keeping:

Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with GDPR.

Data Management: Utilise EMIS to enter patient data and retrieve patient information efficiently.

Team Collaboration:

Multi-disciplinary Teamwork: Work closely with GPs, Lead Nurse, and other healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive patient care and service delivery.

Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development to keep up-to-date with the latest healthcare practices and innovations.

Students and supervision: Facilitate learning experiences of other clinicians, including trainees, provide supervision, and promote shared learning.

Quality Improvement:

Clinical Audits: Participate in clinical audits and contribute to quality improvement meetings to enhance care standards.

Feedback Implementation: Act on patient and staff feedback to improve clinical practices and healthcare outcomes.

Infection Control: Oversee and adhere to strict infection control protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and hand hygiene practices. Undertake IPC audits.

Cold chain and drug stock: Safeguard and contribute to effective cold chain compliancy, ensure appropriate systems are in place and adhered to in regard to drug stock safety and rotation.

Miscellaneous:

The Practice recognises that the role of the Practice Nurse is wide and varied is evolving in nature. Therefore, this job description is not intended to be exhaustive and there will be other tasks and duties that the post holder will be expected to perform within what is ordinarily expected of this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential criteria
• Educational Background:
• Registered Nurse (RN) with active NMC registration.
• Relevant nursing qualification, ideally with a focus on primary care or community nursing.
• Chronic disease qualifications.
• Clinical Skills:
• Proficient in a range of nursing procedures, including immunisations, chronic disease management, wound care, and health screenings.
• Capable of performing diagnostic tests such as ECGs and spirometry accurately and competently.
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for educating patients and interacting with other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to convey complex information clearly and sensitively, adapting the message for diverse audiences.
• IT Proficiency:
• Competent in using SystmOne for patient record management, data entry, and retrieval.
• Organisational Abilities:
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize workload effectively.
• Experience in maintaining comprehensive and accurate patient records.
• Teamwork and Collaboration:
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to collaborative practice and continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Additional certifications in areas such as diabetes management, asthma care, COPD and family planning.
• Training in travel health, smoking cessation, or weight management programs.
• Experience:
• Previous experience in a primary care setting, with a strong understanding of public health and preventative care measures.
• Experience in health promotion and patient education, able to lead workshops or group sessions effectively.
• Research and Quality Improvement:
• Involvement in clinical audits or quality improvement projects, demonstrating an ability to identify and implement service enhancements.
• Skills in evidence-based practice and research, able to contribute to practice protocols and guidelines.
• Additional Competencies:
• Adaptability to change, with a flexible approach to new challenges and practice developments.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to improving patient care and practice efficiency.

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).