FNC+ Nurse Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Bothwell; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join a dynamic team. This role involves assessing and managing patient care through innovative telehealth solutions. You'll engage in a rotational shift pattern, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support for patients across various settings. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and development, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact community health and well-being.

Benefits

Minimum 27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme membership

Sick leave and occupational health support

Counselling and work-life policies

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration and revalidation.
• Ability to formulate clinical management plans within scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review patients via telephone or video consultation.
• Participate in working groups to improve patient care.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Patient Management

NMC Registration

Emergency Care

Postgraduate Expertise

Education

Degree Level Education

Graduate Certificate in Urgent Care

Job description

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1. To work as a Nurse Practitioner, as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team within the FNC+
2. To work as a Band 6 Nurse Practitioner to clinically assess & review patients via telephone or video consultation. This may include patient referrals from GPs, SAS, NHS 24, Carehomes, Prisons, assessing and prescribing via PGD, formulating appropriate management plans including direction of care or escalation to more senior clinicians.
3. Liaise with staff in service
4. Report to FNC+ management team as appropriate and participate in working groups to improve patient care
5. Quarterly rotation to other services to maintain clinical skills and competence

Additional Information Specific to the Role

1. Rotational shift pattern, 24/7
2. Ability to formulate clinical management plans within scope of practice, or escalate as appropriate.
3. Clinical Assessment level 10 (or equivalent) is essential. Study time will be supported for staff who currently do not possess this, but a commitment to study and complete must be agreed at interview. Full-time hours are essential during the study period.

NHS Lanarkshire

Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!

Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.

We serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire comprises Acute Services (hospital services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships providing integrated primary healthcare and social care services.

What you'll need to bring

1. Registered Nurse with current revalidation and NMC Registration.
2. Educated to/working towards/operating at Degree Level.
3. Graduate Certificate in Urgent Care or equivalent
4. Mints Major / Minor Injury practitioner / or Emergency Nurse Practitioner qualification
5. Postgraduate expertise within the speciality/area of practice demonstrating the required breadth of knowledge to lead safety effectively and efficiently.
6. Comprehensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards within Minor injuries.
7. Specialist knowledge and experience of relevant conditions, pathology, policies, and procedures ensuring leadership within this area.

Please note: a full UK/EU/EEA driving licence is required for applicable vacancies.

Additional desirable qualities

1. Demonstrable post-registration experience
2. Evidence of audit and evaluation of new initiatives

Contract details

Permanent, various hours. For part-time roles, the salary will be pro-rata.

Location and Working Pattern

Based in FNC+ department within Kirklands - NHSL Headquarters. The working pattern involves various hours, 12-hour shifts, over 7 days, 24-hour coverage.

Applicants may be considered for similar roles in different locations.

More information

For further details, contact Adnan Saddique, Recruitment Administrator at [emailprotected] (please include the job title and reference number).

Why NHS Lanarkshire?

Join us to enjoy a supportive environment, opportunities for skill development, and career progression.

• Minimum 27 days annual leave, increasing with service
• 8 public holidays
• NHS Pension Scheme membership with benefits
• Sick leave, occupational health, counselling, and work-life policies

Additional information

Refer to the Job Description and recruitment webpage for more details. Ensure timely application submission, as high interest may lead to early closing.

Applicants must provide authentic responses; AI or third-party assistance use is discouraged and may lead to application withdrawal.

Right to Work

NHS Lanarkshire complies with UK immigration laws. Check your eligibility before applying. Note: Band 1 and 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship.