Job summary
Purpose
Deliver safe, effective assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients working both independently and collaboratively. Primarily part of the urgent care team, ensuring timely access to high-quality care for patients presenting with acute needs.

Main duties of the job
Role Summary

• Deliver autonomous, evidence-based care through face-to-face and telephone consultations
• Act as an Independent Prescriber within agreed clinical guidelines
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and allied health professionals to optimise patient outcomes
• Practice within scope of competence and agreed clinical limits
• Be accountable for clinical decisions including referral, discharge, and follow-up planning

About us
Why Join Newbury Street Practice
We're proud of our values and culture. If they resonate with you, we'd love to meet you.

Continuity of Care: We operate a usual GP list system with a balanced mix of pre-booked and same-day appointments, supported by protected admin time.

Right Care, Right Time, Right Place: Our Patient Coordinators ensure patients are guided to the most appropriate clinician.

Empowering Patients: We actively promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices across our community.

Listening to Patients: We maintain an active Patient Participation Group, gather regular feedback, and host Zoom health talks to improve outcomes such as vaccine uptake.

Continuous Learning: We support GP trainees, offer work experience placements, and encourage ongoing CPD.

Protected Time for Improvement: Fortnightly clinical teaching, quarterly team learning afternoons, and dedicated QI project time are embedded in our schedule.

Team Culture: Daily huddles, mentoring, informal coffee breaks, and social events (including a recent cricket day in Oxford) help build a strong, connected team.

Innovation & Digital Transformation: We are embracing AI-driven tools such as AI Scribe, Total Triage, and AI Reception to streamline workflows, reduce administrative burden, improve patient access, and enhance care quality.

We're also proud to be: RCGP Accredited Active Practice | Parkrun Practice | Greener Practice | LGBTQ+ Friendly | Veteran Friendly | Research Ready Practice

Job responsibilities
Professional & Educational Duties

• Adhere to HCPC/NMC Code of Conduct and regulatory standards
• Maintain professional registration and complete mandatory training
• Participate in supervision and reviews including competency assessments
• Engage in audits, research, and teaching activities

ACP/ANP-Specific Requirements

• Perform advanced clinical assessments in routine and urgent care settings
• Hold Independent Prescribing qualification and maintain it
• Demonstrate confidence in autonomous decision-making and complex case management
• Utilise advanced skills in diagnostics, prescribing, and patient management

Additional Duties

• Ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors; report incidents and risks
• Safeguard vulnerable patients and follow protocols
• Comply with practice policies including confidentiality, infection control, and equality
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Masters degree (required for ACP qualification post-December 2020, aligned with RCN Credentialing for Advanced Level Nursing Practice).
• Postgraduate diploma or degree (for ACP qualification up to December 2020).
• Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber, registered with the NMC.
• Compliance with NMC revalidation requirements as outlined in the NMC Revalidation booklet.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with GP practice systems and prescribing data monitoring platforms.
• Ability to produce clear, comprehensive clinical documentation.
• Competence in developing, implementing, and reviewing care plans.
• Strong awareness of data protection regulations (GDPR).
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, particularly within a GP practice environment.
• Clear understanding of NHS principles, values, and frameworks.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex or incomplete information, anticipate issues, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, including influencing, persuading, and constructively challenging information.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build and sustain professional relationships based on openness, trust, and confidence.
• Inspirational leadership qualities.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise workloads, multitask effectively, and maintain self-discipline and motivation.

Desirable

• Training or experience in mentorship and supervisory roles.
• Skills in cognitive behavioural approaches and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Experience working within a primary care setting.
• Evidence of collaboration across organisational boundaries in health and social care.
• Independent thinker with sound judgement, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong written communication skills, including report writing and presentation.
• Experience in project and programme management with demonstrable efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams, communicating passionately and persuasively across diverse stakeholders.
• High levels of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience, and flexibility.
• Resilience in managing unpredictable situations.
• Confidence in facilitating discussions and constructively challenging others.
• Flexible approach to ensure delivery of excellent patient care.

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
Newbury Street Practice

Address
Wantage Health Centre
Mably Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://newburystreetpractice.co.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Practice manager
Paul Miles
paul.miles5@nhs.net

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.