Riverside Medical Practice, a single-site GP practice at Pontllanfraith Health Centre, seeks an Advanced Nurse Practitioner for its clinical team. The post centres on assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with acute and long-term conditions, including independent prescribing and referral. Working hours range from 20 to 37.5 a week, with autonomous practice and mentoring of nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues. Applicants need an MSc in advanced clinical practice and an independent prescribing qualification.
What the job involves
- Take histories and carry out physical examinations to assess patients
- Diagnose, treat and manage acute and long-term conditions
- Prescribe medicines independently in line with legislation and local guidelines
- Order and interpret diagnostic investigations
- Develop and carry out treatment plans and give health promotion advice
- Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and other services
- Keep accurate clinical records
- Take part in audit, research and quality improvement work
- Support and mentor nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues
What’s required
Qualifications
- Current NMC registration as a registered nurse
- MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
- Independent Non-Medical Prescriber qualification
Experience
- Demonstrated competence in autonomous clinical assessment and decision-making
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Nice to have
- Experience using electronic patient record systems such as EMIS Web
- Significant post-registration experience in primary care, urgent care or emergency settings
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