Job Description

Company Overview

Lepton & Kirkheaton surgeries is a well-established and highly regarded GP practice, operating across two locations in Huddersfield. With a dedicated team of three GP partners, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional healthcare services to our community in a welcoming and compassionate environment. We are a close-knit and supportive practice, where every team member plays an essential role in ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care.

Our practice is committed to providing a patient-centered approach to healthcare, where every individual is treated with respect and compassion. We work hard to create an atmosphere where patients feel valued and cared for, while also supporting our staff in their personal and professional growth.

Mission Statement:

Our mission is simple:To Provide Quality Care, In a Safe and Courteous Manner.

Summary

Are you an experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and forward-thinking GP surgery? Join our close-knit, multidisciplinary team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be truly valued.

We are a

patient-centred practice

, committed to delivering high-quality care that meets the needs of our community. Our

supportive and nurturing environment

focuses on

professional development

, with opportunities for further training and growth. We pride ourselves on being a

flexible and compassionate employer

, promoting work-life balance and wellbeing.

If you're passionate about making a difference, working collaboratively, and providing exceptional care, wed love to welcome you to our team.

Main duties of the job

As an

Advanced Nurse Practitioner

, you will work autonomously to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with a variety of acute and chronic conditions. Youll provide high-quality, evidence-based care through face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations.

Youll be responsible for prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and making appropriate referrals to secondary care or other services as needed. Health promotion, disease prevention, and patient education will also be key aspects of your role.

Working as part of our supportive multidisciplinary team, youll contribute to ongoing service development, clinical leadership, and quality improvement initiatives within the practice.

This role is for

24 hours per week

, with

some flexibility in working pattern and hours

. However, availability on

Mondays and Fridays is essential

, to support clinic demand and ensure continuity within the team.

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the ANP in delivering health services.

a. Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

b. Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice

c. Direct referral to and liaison with consultants and other professional agencies.

d. Request diagnostic investigations and interpret within agreed protocols e.g. x-ray, blood tests, scans, etc.

e. Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease patients

f. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health

g. Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF

h. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children

i. Request and collect pathological specimens. Upon receipt, to process and interpret pathology and other test results as required

j. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively

k. Develop, implement and embed well woman and well man clinics

l. Chaperone patients where necessary

m. Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

n. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

o. Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

p. Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance

q. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required

r. Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with local and regional guidance

s. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)

t. Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

u. Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

v. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) (Essential) Masters degree (required for ANP qualification post-December 2020) refer to RCN Credentialing for Advanced Level of Nursing Practice (ALNP), or a relevant degree if qualified prior to December 2020 (Essential) Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber on the NMC register (Essential)

Experience Essential

Understanding of general practice and the wider NHS Experience of leading in chronic disease management Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews Experience of infection prevention and control measures Experience of quality initiatives (e.g., benchmarking) Clinical Knowledge and Skills Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Ability to promote best practice regarding nursing care and clinical decision-making Ability to work within own scope of practice and to recognise when to refer to GPs Good clinical IT system knowledge and ability to record accurate, clear clinical notes Broad knowledge of clinical governance Understanding of safeguarding for both adults and children Understanding of health promotion strategies Detailed knowledge of national standards that inform general practice (e.g., NSF, NICE guidelines) Excellent interpersonal, influencing, negotiation, and organisational skills, including the ability to constructively challenge practices Effective time management, planning, and organisation skills Demonstrates personal accountability, emotional resilience, and ability to work under pressure Ability to follow legal, ethical, and professional guidelines, policies, and codes of conduct Ability to identify and manage risk when working with individuals Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Strong interpersonal and organisational skills Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Knowledge of and ability to work within key policies and procedures
Desirable

Appreciation of the NHS landscape, including Primary Care Networks (PCNs), commissioners, and wider system relationships Knowledge of public health issues both locally and nationally Understanding of QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) and enhanced services in general practice Knowledge of healthcare provision in GP surgeries Personal Qualities Working knowledge of IT systems (e.g., email, word processing, internet)

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).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 52,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22 - 24 per week

Benefits:

Free parking
Application question(s):

Do you meet the following essential criteria:
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) (Essential)

-Masters degree (required for ANP qualification post-December 2020) refer to RCN Credentialing for Advanced Level of Nursing Practice (ALNP), or a relevant degree if qualified prior to December 2020 (Essential)

- Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber on the NMC register (Essential)

Work Location: In person