Job summary
This job is for BANK STAFF - shift work (shifts are not guaranteed).

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network are supporting the Primary Care Networks across the borough to recruit Advanced Nurse Practitioners.

Main duties of the job
*** BANK STAFF ROLE ***

They will provide nursing assistance to GPs within the PCN and work collaboratively with the clinical and administrative teams to meet the needs of patients while adhering to the relevant policies and procedures and providing nurse leadership as required.

Patients enquiries must be handled courteously, efficiently and with empathy. Record keeping, adherence to protocols and procedures and the sharing of information within the team should be undertaken efficiently and effectively. It is essential that a strict code of confidentiality is always observed.

It is important that all members of staff are prepared to take on additional duties or relinquish existing duties in order to maintain the efficient running of the PCNs practices.

About us
WF GP FedNet is a not-for-profit Federation of 36 GP Practices in Waltham Forest. We are a private limited company who provides NHS Services based in Primary Care, pooling the skills and resources of local GPs to provide large scale services as part of the local NHS Strategy to bring more services into the Community to help people stay well and at home

Job responsibilities
Work autonomously and be accountable for his/her own professional actions.

Undertake telephone triage work and telephone advice calls.

Undertake clinical nursing practice at an advanced level using expert knowledge and clinical skills to deliver holistic care to patients.

Assess diagnoses and treat patients services with a range of acute, non-acute and chronic medical conditions, including the following:

Respiratory:

• Exacerbations of Asthma or COPD;
• Cold;
• Sore throat;
• Chesty cough;
• Chest infection;
• Wheeze;
• Shortness of breath (talking in full sentences).

Ear, Nose & Throat:

• Ear discharge & or pain;
• Blocked ears;
• Vertigo/room spinning/dizziness;
• Sinus pain;
• Hay fever (eye itch/running nose);
• Sore throat/tonsillitis.

Gastric Conditions:

• Heartburn;
• Indigestion;
• Lower abdominal pain;
• Piles;
• Constipation;
• Diarrhoea and vomiting.

Skin Conditions:

• Shingles painful blister-type rash;
• Cellulitis skin infection (red swollen);
• Infected insect bites;
• Infected cysts/boils;
• Painful big toe (gout);
• Cold sores;
• Fungal foot infections (athletes);
• Ringworm;
• Ingrown hair/toenail.

Genital Urinary Conditions:

• UTI;
• Thrush;
• Vaginal discharge;
• Contraception;
• Menstrual Bleeding.

MSK:

• Traumatic or non-traumatic symptoms within joints where the patient is able to weigh bare or still use the joint.

Cardiology:

• High/raised BP

Refers patients to other medical specialities for assessment if deemed appropriate

This list is not exhaustive and you will be expected to cover all tasks within the scope of an Advanced Nurse Practioner

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Qualifications/Certificates Qualified Nurse
• Independent Nurse Prescribing Qualification
• A demonstrable commitment to professional development.

Experience
Essential

• Experience in working in accordance with the UKCC Code of Professional Conduct and The Scope of Professional Practice.
• Experience with EMIS Web clinical system and Microsoft Office software.
• Experience in dealing with the public/patients.

Desirable

• Experience in Primary Care

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY
Essential

• Competent in nursing duties required for the post.
• Record of achieving deliverable objectives within the timeframe and finding innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Excellent communication oral and written communication skills with the ability to explain complicated concepts.
• Ability to demonstrate professional and clinical knowledge commensurate with the post.
• Well organised and able to plan and prioritise, working well under pressure and tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Excellent IT skills
• Experience in developing operational procedures in a clinical setting.

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.