Bank ACP / ANP

NHS Jobs; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherfield and The Brook Surgeries in a rural two-site practice seek an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to provide autonomous clinical care with telephone and face-to-face consultations, within a Total Clinical Triage model. This bank role offers flexible sessions with potential for a permanent position.

The successful clinician will manage undifferentiated conditions, provide complex decisions and work independently within their scope of

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with undifferentiated, acute and chronic conditions.
• Undertake telephone, video and face-to-face consultations as clinically appropriate.
• Independently prescribe within professional competence and current legislation.
• Refer appropriately to secondary care, community services and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver health promotion, disease prevention and self-management advice.
• Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.

Job description

Job Description

Job Title Bank Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) / Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Reports To ACP Clinical Lead and GP Clinical Lead Accountable To Practice Manager Hours Bank Contract Flexible Sessions Available

Job Purpose

Rotherfield and The Brook Surgeries are seeking an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to provide autonomous, high-quality clinical care across our two-site rural practice. The successful applicant will be an experienced primary care clinician who is confident managing undifferentiated presentations, making complex clinical decisions and working independently within their scope of practice. The role involves delivering both telephone and face-to-face consultations within our Total Clinical Triage model, supporting same-day demand as well as planned care. This post is intended for clinicians with established experience in UK General Practice. It is not suitable for newly qualified ACPs or clinicians requiring a preceptorship or a high level of supervision. The role provides flexible bank cover for annual leave, sickness absence and periods of increased clinical demand, with the opportunity for regular sessions and the potential for a permanent position.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide autonomous assessment, diagnosis and management of patients presenting with undifferentiated, acute and chronic conditions. Undertake telephone, video and face-to-face consultations as clinically appropriate. Independently prescribe within professional competence and current legislation. Request, interpret and act upon investigations. Develop evidence-based management plans. Refer appropriately to secondary care, community services and the wider multidisciplinary team. Recognise deteriorating patients and initiate appropriate escalation. Deliver health promotion, disease prevention and self-management advice. Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.

Clinical Governance

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records using SystmOne. Work in accordance with NICE guidance, national policy and local clinical protocols. Participate in audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities. Report incidents and contribute to significant event reviews where appropriate. Maintain compliance with safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety policies. Maintain professional registration, indemnity and continuing professional development.

Team Working

Work collaboratively with GPs, ACPs, Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacists and the wider practice team. Participate fully in the practice's Total Clinical Triage model. Communicate effectively to ensure safe continuity of patient care. Contribute positively to a supportive, respectful and learning-focused team culture.

Professional Responsibilities

Work within the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice. Practise within the standards of your professional regulator and recognised Advanced Clinical Practice frameworks. Participate in appraisal, clinical supervision and mandatory training. Maintain competence through ongoing education and reflective practice.