Nurse Practitioner - AVS
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Chwefror 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £22.88 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £22.88 an hour |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Stoke-on-Trent , ST4 4RJ |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | E0062-26-0030 |
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Job Summary The primary focus of the role is to work as a Nurse Practitioner providing high quality and timely patient centred care. You will work as a part of a team, within a defined area of practice and with access to support from a GP or Advanced Practitioner. Undertake assessments of a range of health and clinical needs of a patient within scope of competence and using clinical practice skills and own clinical judgement diagnose, treat, refer or discharge patients. Key Responsibilities: Service delivery Act as a clinical practitioner, demonstrating clinical competence and a knowledge base beyond those associated with conventional nursing roles though not yet at an advanced level Undertake consultations with a range of patients as an autonomous practitioner taking a history, carrying out physical examination, using knowledge and clinical judgement to identify potential diagnose, within level of competence Refer patients for investigations where necessary/appropriate Make final diagnosis, decide on and carry out treatment, including the administration and/or supply of medicines working within PGDs as indicated to address patients needs Use knowledge and experience plan and provide skilled and competent care to meet the patients health and social care needs Make direct referrals to primary care GP, secondary specialist services within locally agreed pathways, guidance and protocols Ensure that all treatment and care provided are based on best practice and evidence Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care, delivered in a timely manner Analysis and prioritisation of the information Work with multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams in order to ensure patient needs are met Assess and evaluate, with the patient, the effectiveness of the treatment and care provided and make changes as needed Work independently and as part of a team Provide support/leadership/training/education to junior colleagues Assist in clinical audit and setting and monitoring of service/standards Contribute to quality improvement/innovation within the service and unscheduled care Ensure effective communication skills and be able to advise and provide information to patients, carers and their families where appropriate Identify and take appropriate actions to address risks to the patient, this will include; Identification of emergency care needs requiring despatch of a 999 ambulance Safeguarding children and protection of vulnerable adults issues which require referral on to other agencies in line with local policies Work independently and at the same time contribute to the work of the whole team to ensure the delivery of a consistently high level of service, this will include Take responsibility and being accountable for managing own workload, risk assessment and management, acting within professional codes and guidelines, and local policies, procedures and guidelines and referring appropriately to the clinical team leader for advice and support Undertake other duties when require, such as audits or administrative tasks Identify issues within may negatively impact upon service delivery and reporting these on to the clinical service manager/clinical manager/operational team leader/shift manager in a timely fashion Act as a clinical resource for non-clinical staff who may require advice and support Maintain contemporaneous records of the consultation and action taken using the computer software and where necessary written records, in line with NMC guidance and local policies, guidelines and procedures Remain focused on the delivery of an excellent service within an unpredictable, diverse and challenging workload Communication Work effectively as a team member, supporting and communicating with other professional colleagues and clinicians Use critical thinking and effective communication skills to holistically assess patients needs and determine relevant culture, social, economic factors in a respectful and non-judgemental manner Provide a professional, courteous and efficient service consistent with organisational standards for patients seeking assistance from the service, maintaining a professional and reassuring manner at all times Utilise advanced listening, probing and facilitative skills across a diverse range of cases, some of which may be highly challenging due to emotive circumstances, communication difficulties and patient anxiety Utilise complex communication skills to negotiate and provide support to patients who may be non-compliant with the recommended outcomes Utilise interpreter services, communication aids and other resources, to address barriers to communication and understanding Effectively use a range of communication methods (e.g. telephone, email, fax, letter and report writing) to facilitate communication at all levels within and external to the organisation Education, Training and Development Actively participate in individual and service performance reviews In conjunction with line manager take responsibility for identifying and addressing personal/professional development needs in line with service requirements and to meet the requirements of professional registration and revalidation Actively participate in clinical supervision to facilitate personal and professional development Contribute to the development of a learning environment in which organisational and professional development can flourish Contribute to the training of other staff where required Support new staff in their development and participate in supervision, teaching and mentorship to help new staff develop and achieve competency to perform their role Attend statutory, mandatory and any other relevant training courses/updates e.g. IT and computer skills including specific decision support / clinical tool kits, Governance and Health and Safety Share and utilise professional knowledge, skills and expertise with colleagues to enhance the service delivered to patients Information Management and Technology Keep contemporaneous and accurate records during the patient consultation within the relevant software programme and maintain paper records as appropriate Maintain confidentiality in relation to all information governance requirements, ensuring that data is only disclosed in compliance with such Develop and maintain knowledge and competence in computer skills in order to access software applications, databases, documents, email and approved intranet / internet resources Develop and maintain knowledge and competence is using telephony Governance, Quality and Service Development Contribute to the achievement of service standards and performance requirements by participating in regular quality monitoring and individual performance reviews Attend and contribute to meetings, workshops and other groups in order to support the on-going development of the service Participate in audit, customer satisfaction programmes, research and other quality improvement activities Participate in the investigation of incidents, complaints and other issues as required Adhere to organisation policies, procedures and guidelines Adhere to professional codes of conduct and guidelines The post holder must, at all times, act honestly and open and comply with relevant corporate governance requirements, employment legislation, standards of business conduct, codes of openness and accountability Other At all times to act in a professional manner and to also act as a role subordinates and peers Work flexibly to support the needs of the service Undertake any other duties, role and responsibilities commensurate with the nature and grading of the post or as reasonably requested by the Clinical Lead Key Accountabilities: Policies and Procedures In addition to undertaking the duties as outlined above, the job holder will be expected to fully adhere to all company policies and procedures which are detailed in the employment contract and on the intranet. Safeguarding: PHL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all employees and volunteers are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and wellbeing of children, young people and adults that you come into contact with during your work. To fulfil these duties, you will be required to participate and attend appropriate mandatory training to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to respond to these signs and symptoms. All employees are required to adhere to local and national safeguarding policies and guidance. All employees must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause. If you do not understand exactly how this clause relates to you personally then you must ensure that you seek clarification from your immediate manager as a matter of urgency. Equally, all managers have a responsibility to ensure that their team members understand their individual responsibilities with regard to Safeguarding Children and Adults.