Advanced Nurse Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join West Wirral Group Practice. Our supportive team are well established, friendly, hardworking and dedicated to providing a good experience for the patient and a pleasant working environment.

We are an innovative GMS research, teaching and training practice located in Thingwall, caring for over 14000 patients. The practice is made up of 12 GP partners, 1 salaried GPs, 1 ANPs, 4 Practice Nurses and 3 HCAs. The clinical team is supported by an efficient and friendly reception and admin team.

In 2013 we moved into a new and modern purpose-built building, The Warrens, which is set in wooded grounds with plenty of free onsite parking and a pharmacy for our patients. This provided us with the space we needed to develop and grow the Practice.

We are looking to recruit an ANP for 30 - 37.5 hours per week on a permanent contract .

Application is by CV and covering letter through NHS jobs.

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/care for patients
• Clinically examine and assess patient needs
• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/care for patients with complex need
• Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions
• Precribe and review medication for therapeutic efectiveness
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriatel
• Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles

We are continuously looking to improve what we do and value innovative and new ways of working. We provide plenty of tea, coffee, toast and we also like to recognise and celebrate staff special occasions.

We are involved with Liverpool University Medical School and have a teaching ethos hosting medical students and train ST3s.

We offer additional services including minor surgery, contraceptive services, coil fittings and implants. Our vision is to deliver exceptional, compassionate and innovative care at the heart of our community, through a highly skilled, motivated, and constantly improving team, in a nurturing and supportive work environment. We are a forward-thinking practice looking to innovate, grow and develop.

The post holder will demonstrate courageous and critical thinking and is a caring, compassionate and committed 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 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 commit to demonstrating critical thinking in the safe clinical decision-making process. They will communicate and work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients. Prescribing is a required part of this staff members duties.

Key responsibilities

Clinical practice

• 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
• Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs 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 in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or…