VAWAS Nurse Practitioner - William Brown Centre
| Posting date: | 17 June 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 July 2024 |
| Location: | Peterlee, SR8 5TW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | U0025-24-0095 |
Summary
Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for registered patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis and long-term chronic conditions 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 Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NICE guidance for Mental Health Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with all conditions Ensure that appropriate care plans are in place and that the patient and their carers understand their significance within their treatments. Work within the IntraHealth federation to achieve best health outcomes and where possible prevent unplanned hospital admissions.