Advanced Clinical Practitioner
| Posting date: | 05 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 March 2026 |
| Location: | Sunderland, SR5 2LT |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | A1689-26-0001 |
Summary
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with acute illnesses for children through to the elderly 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 Organise own case load and proactively visit, assess and treat complex frail patients with multiple co morbidity who are housebound Liaise with other providers to ensure continuity of care to this group of patients 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 2 Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning or sexual health consultation Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health