Independent Prescriber: Urgent Care for Frail Elders

City Health Care Partnership CIC; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hull is seeking an independent prescriber for the Jean Bishop Frailty Community Services. This role involves providing urgent medical care to frail patients in their homes and care facilities. Candidates need to have advanced practice qualifications and experience working with older patients. Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential. The role requires participation in weekend and bank holiday rotas. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality community care.

Qualifications

• Must have independent prescriber status.
• Experience in urgent medical care for frail, older patients.
• Knowledge of local pathways and referral procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent medical care to frail patients in their usual residence.
• Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Participate in weekend and bank holiday rotas.

Skills

Independent prescribing

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Effective communication with patients

Education

Advanced practice qualifications

Job description

A healthcare provider in Hull is seeking an independent prescriber for the Jean Bishop Frailty Community Services. This role involves providing urgent medical care to frail patients in their homes and care facilities. Candidates need to have advanced practice qualifications and experience working with older patients. Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential. The role requires participation in weekend and bank holiday rotas. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality community care.