Job Description

South Coast Medical Group is an award-winning NHS Primary Care Home, comprising six GP surgery locations in the Bournemouth general area and serving over 55,000 patients in total.

Our founding Practice, Crescent Providence Surgery, has been rated Outstanding by CQC.

By working at scale, we are better able to promote health and provide for the differing needs of the communities of local people and a balanced workload for our staff.

SCMG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Our vision is: Be the best provider in healthcare, education and training for our local communities.

We have an exciting full time opportunity for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our team.

The post holder will be a caring, compassionate, committed and 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

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

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 emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care. Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation. Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health. Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children. Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate. Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions. Meet the needs of patients presenting for opportunistic wound care.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27.29-30.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

Nurse Practitioner : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

NMC (required)
Work Location: In person