Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

1. Facilitate and ensure the effective delivery of patient-centred, personalised health and social care plans for patients, monitoring progress and reporting outcomes, contributing to patient reviews and care planning within appropriate time frames

2. Explain the management of a patients pathway to clinical staff, liaising between services and service users, contacting services using the appropriate procedures/referral mechanisms

3. Work closely with all relevant care agencies (primary care, secondary care, community services, Mental Health, Social Services, Ambulance Service, Voluntary services and other relevant service providers) to ensure a coordinated and of the patients care plan, without requiring a further referral from the GP.

4. Maintain accurate records and statistical returns as required by the CCG, including providing patient-related information for entering into Clinical Reporting Systems, within the required time frame.

5. Ensure that a proper handover of care between different settings has taken place, including mutual transfer of all organisations communications & patient notes and ensuring care packages are set up

6. Collect data on patients/carers for recognised outcome measure and document for service interpretation. Ensure all patient notes are updated to reflect any changes, including details on plans

7. Managing operational meeting processes, identifying patients for discussion and working closely with clinicians to define and lead the meetings. Organise and attend relevant meetings when required including Integrated Care meetings, ensure a programme of regular meetings is established, ensuring that all necessary documentation is circulated in advance

8. Ensure that meeting actions are recorded, disseminated and followed up in a timely way; ensure relevant practitioners are aware of meeting decisions and actions / outcomes, and chase for action resolution and update.

9. Network and develop strong relationships with all levels of the NHSs key local players including the CCG, GPs and other primary care contractors, Social Services, Mental Health Trusts, Community Trusts, and other providers including the voluntary sector

10. Present in MDT meetings with GP and Nurse

Be a contact point for GPs / practices and establish systems and processes which will ensure a timely and appropriate response to queries from clinicians and other stakeholders

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant degree or equivalent level of training and experience
• Evidence of a consistent pattern of learning from education, training and experience
• LEVEL 3 NVQ
• CARE CERTIFICATE

Desirable

• Qualification in health or social care allied profession

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

500 Larkshall Road

Highams Park

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work autonomously and be accountable for his/her own professional actions.

Undertake telephone triage work and telephone advice calls.

Undertake clinical nursing practice at an advanced level using expert knowledge and clinical skills to deliver holistic care to patients.

Assess diagnoses and treat patients services with a range of acute, non-acute and chronic medical conditions, including the following:

Respiratory:

• Exacerbations of Asthma or COPD;
• Cold;
• Sore throat;
• Chesty cough;
• Chest infection;
• Wheeze;
• Shortness of breath (talking in full sentences).

Ear, Nose & Throat:

• Ear discharge & or pain;
• Blocked ears;
• Vertigo/room spinning/dizziness;
• Sinus pain;
• Hay fever (eye itch/running nose);
• Sore throat/tonsillitis.

Gastric Conditions:

• Heartburn;
• Indigestion;
• Lower abdominal pain;
• Piles;
• Constipation;
• Diarrhoea and vomiting.

Skin Conditions:

• Shingles painful blister-type rash;
• Cellulitis skin infection (red swollen);
• Infected insect bites;
• Infected cysts/boils;
• Painful big toe (gout);
• Cold sores;
• Fungal foot infections (athletes);
• Ringworm;
• Ingrown hair/toenail.

Genital Urinary Conditions:

• UTI;
• Thrush;
• Vaginal discharge;
• Contraception;
• Menstrual Bleeding.

MSK:

• Traumatic or non-traumatic symptoms within joints where the patient is able to weigh bare or still use the joint.

Cardiology:

• High/raised BP

• Refers patients to other medical specialities for assessment if deemed appropriate

This list is not exhaustive and you will be expected to cover all tasks within the scope of an Advanced Nurse Practioner

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications/Certificates Qualified Nurse
• Independent Nurse Prescribing Qualification
• A demonstrable commitment to professional development.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in working in accordance with the UKCC Code of Professional Conduct and The Scope of
• Professional Practice.
• Experience with EMIS Web clinical system and Microsoft Office software.
• Experience in dealing with the public/patients.

Desirable

• Experience in Primary Care

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY

Essential

• Competent in nursing duties required for the post.
• Record of achieving deliverable objectives within the timeframe and finding innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Excellent communication oral and written communication skills with the ability to explain complicated concepts.
• Ability to demonstrate professional and clinical knowledge commensurate with the post.
• Well organised and able to plan and prioritise, working well under pressure and tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Excellent IT skills
• Experience in developing operational procedures in a clinical setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

500 Larkshall Road

Highams Park

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform high quality Spirometry testing
• Support respiratory health assessments
• Conduct high quality spirometry tests
• Peak flow measurements
• Ensure compliance with current clinical and professional standards
• Conduct accurate and high-quality spirometry tests according to ARTP standards.
• Ensure appropriate patient preparation, including pre-test instructions and assessment of contraindications.
• Calibrate and maintain spirometry equipment as per manufacturer guidelines and ARTP protocols.
• Provide clear explanations to patients regarding the purpose and process of spirometry testing.
• Support patients in achieving optimal test performance through encouragement and guidance.
• Ensure all spirometry procedures comply with ARTP accreditation guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in line with GDPR and other relevant regulations.
• Perform routine checks and troubleshooting of spirometry equipment to ensure functionality.
• Follow infection control standards
• Contribute new ideas to improve patient care
• Attend educational training courses that relate to your job and the objectives of the federation, when requested
• Recording of ECGs, 24-hour blood pressure, 24-hour ECGs
• Maintain stock items and medical equipment in consulting and examination rooms
• Ordering stock

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• ARTP Spirometry preferred
• Flexible working as this is for bank staff
• Spirometry experience

Desirable

• ARTP Spirometry preferred
• Flexible working
• Spirometry experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a Primary Care setting

Desirable

• Spirometry

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

• EA shifts as per the job overview which provides clinic times
• As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care and telephone appointments for patients that access this service.
• We are seeking GP bank staff
• Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams
• The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.

Main duties of the job

• On a day to day basis, you will follow the Federations operational policies and procedures.
• Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in-hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients
• Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
• Refer patients to appropriate care settings, where necessary
• Prescribe, supply and or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
• To provide clinical support

This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCGP or equivalent
• Must be currently registered
• on a performers List
• Valid registration with the GMC
• License to Practice
• Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software
• Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
• An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

• SDA shifts as per the job overview which provides clinic times
• As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care and telephone appointments for patients that access this service.
• We are seeking GP bank staff
• Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams
• The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.

Main duties of the job

• On a day to day basis, you will follow the Federations operational policies and procedures.
• Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in-hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients
• Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
• Refer patients to appropriate care settings, where necessary
• Prescribe, supply and or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
• To provide clinical support

This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCGP or equivalent
• Must be currently registered
• on a performers List
• Valid registration with the GMC
• License to Practice
• Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software
• Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
• An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

• As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care in our urgent care centre for patients that access this service.
• We are seeking GP bank staff that can work OVERNIGHT evening shifts.
• In order to provide an effective service, you will be working directly with the employees of the Whipps X including nursing and administration teams.
• Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams
• As a key member of the Whipps X Urgent Care Centre (UTC), the GP will be responsible for providing face to face care for patients that access the service, when the UTC is open Patients who present to the UTC will be walk-in patients or patients booked in by NHS 111 or directed by a healthcare professional.
• The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.

Main duties of the job

• On a day to day basis, you will follow Whipps X operational policies and procedures.
• You will work as a GP on our bank staff for shifts starting Midnight until 08:00am
• Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in-hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care across the UTC

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients that attend the UTC
• Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
• Refer patients to appropriate care settings, where necessary
• Prescribe, supply and or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
• To provide clinical support to the UTC.

This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCGP or equivalent
• Must be currently registered
• on a performers List
• Valid registration with the GMC
• License to Practice
• Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software
• Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
• An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

• As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care in our urgent care centre for patients that access this service.
• We are seeking GP bank staff that can work OVERNIGHT evening shifts.
• In order to provide an effective service, you will be working directly with the employees of the Whipps X including nursing and administration teams.
• Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams
• As a key member of the Whipps X Urgent Care Centre (UTC), the GP will be responsible for providing face to face care for patients that access the service, when the UTC is open Patients who present to the UTC will be walk-in patients or patients booked in by NHS 111 or directed by a healthcare professional.
• The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.

Main duties of the job

• On a day to day basis, you will follow Whipps X operational policies and procedures.
• You will work as a GP on our bank staff for shifts starting Midnight until 08:00am
• Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in-hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care across the UTC

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients that attend the UTC
• Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
• Refer patients to appropriate care settings, where necessary
• Prescribe, supply and or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
• To provide clinical support to the UTC.

This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCGP or equivalent
• Must be currently registered
• on a performers List
• Valid registration with the GMC
• License to Practice
• Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software
• Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
• An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

• SDA shifts as per the job overview which provides clinic times
• As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care and telephone appointments for patients that access this service.
• We are seeking GP bank staff
• Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams
• The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.

Main duties of the job

• On a day to day basis, you will follow the Federations operational policies and procedures.
• Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in-hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients
• Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
• Refer patients to appropriate care settings, where necessary
• Prescribe, supply and or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
• To provide clinical support

This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCGP or equivalent
• Must be currently registered
• on a performers List
• Valid registration with the GMC
• License to Practice
• Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software
• Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
• An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

• EA shifts as per the job overview which provides clinic times
• As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care and telephone appointments for patients that access this service.
• We are seeking GP bank staff
• Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams
• The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.

Main duties of the job

• On a day to day basis, you will follow the Federations operational policies and procedures.
• Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in-hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients
• Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
• Refer patients to appropriate care settings, where necessary
• Prescribe, supply and or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
• To provide clinical support

This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCGP or equivalent
• Must be currently registered
• on a performers List
• Valid registration with the GMC
• License to Practice
• Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
• Experience of Microsoft Office software
• Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
• An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

W F Federated Gp Network Ltd

500 Larkshall Road

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

To demonstrate clinical expertise.

To accept & prioritise referrals & autonomously manage a specific caseload without direct supervision, using own judgment & discretion.

Undertake such clinical procedures as necessary in the - management of individualised patient care, demonstrating a high standard of nursing practice.

To actively participate in the development of relevant evidence based clinical guidelines/policies relating to the speciality.

To establish effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to promote good communication and a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

To ensure accurate and comprehensive consultation records are maintained using appropriate written and electronic documentation.

To collect data and provide essential information in a timely and accurate manner when requested for e.g. audits or monitoring CQC standards.

To ensure that all clinical and non-clinical incidents, including serious incidents are properly reported, - investigated and changes made to avoid recurrence.

To give expert evidence based professional advice to healthcare professionals in primary and secondary patients and relatives, other clinical and non-clinical staff.

Act in accordance with The Code - professional standards of behaviour for nurses and midwives (Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) 2015)

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTS

To respond to highly complex/demanding patient situations.

To lead clinically and professionally, making autonomous decisions in clinics

To attend Home Visits where required.

To assess and diagnose specific symptoms within the scope of their practice, advise medical and nursing staff and /or prescribe medications according to patient's requirements, writing a record in the medical notes and reassessing according to the individual patient needs.

Where appropriate refer patients, who need to see a Haematologist to the Anticoagulation clinic as per clinical protocol.

To ensure communication with patients and significant others are established, ensuring empathy and reassurance regarding, assessment, care and treatment and to ensure informed consent is obtained from patients.

Be accountable at all times for ensuring that safeguards are in place for patients, in particular those adults at risk.

To respect patient's confidentiality, ethnic cultural and spiritual needs.

Observation and recording of vital signs

To ensure that all patients are cared a clean and well-maintained clinical area, ensuring that-all staff are aware that they are directly responsible for cleanliness standards when in charge and escalating issues when necessary.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGING

To liaise, if required, with other hospital-staff and departments to promote and maintain effective working relationships, ensuring high standards of care and service.

To act as an appropriate and effective role model at all times.

To act as an effective mentor, preceptor and support other staff in performing this role.

To act as a resource, supporting and motivating staff members.

To participate in training needs analysis for own clinical area.

To actively participate in own appraisal/personal development plan with the Practice appraiser.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

Resolve any concerns about levels of care or incidents involving patients escalating to the lead nurse and reporting via the trust's incident reporting system.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES WHEN ON DUTY

Accountable for general clinical environment-needs, being alert to possible sources of cross-infection, maintaining safe and clear walkways and patient areas, ensure fire exits remain clear and equipment and supplies are stored correctly.

Accountable for the safe custody, storage, usage and; recording of all medication including controlled drugs in accordance with policy.

Accountable for efficient and economical use of department supplies.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION RESOURCES

To be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESEARCH, EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT

To actively participate in the development of relevant evidence based clinical guidelines/policies relating to speciality.

To be aware of the research process and current trends.

In collaboration with the clinical lead, audit agreed clinical guidelines of practice, policies and benchmarks within area of clinical responsibility.

Through the appraisal system, ensures own training needs are identified and mandatory training is kept up to date.

To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Infection Control

Infection control is everyone's responsibility. All staff, both clinical and non-clinical, are required to adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures and The Health and Social Care Act 2008: Code of Practice for the prevention and control of healthcare associated infections and make every effort to maintain high standard of infection control at all times thereby reducing the risk of Healthcare Associated infections.

It is the duty of every member of staff to take personal responsibility for the prevention and control of infection, as laid down in the Practice policies and procedures which reflect the statutory requirements of the Hygiene Code.

To ensure that monitoring of clinical practice is undertaken at the agreed frequency.

To ensure that the clinic environments are clean and maintained to the highest standards; ensuring that shortfalls are rectified or escalate as necessary.

To ensure that all relevant monitoring data and issues are provided to the Directorate's Governance structures.

HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK

The post holder is required to:

Take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself/herself and other persons who may be affected by their actions or omissions at work.

- Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all statutory and other requirements

The post holder has a responsibility to comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 and maintain confidentiality of staff, patients and Trust business.

If you are required to process information, you should do so in a fair and lawful way, ensuring accuracy is maintained. You should hold information only for the specific registered purpose and not use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such a purpose.

You should disclose information only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed. Breaches of confidentiality in relation to information will result in disciplinary action, which may include dismissal.

Employees are expected to comply with all Practice policies and procedures and to work in accordance of the Data Protection Act 2018.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

We value equality and diversity in employment and in the services we provide. It is committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and will keep under review our policies and procedures to ensure that job related needs of all staff working in the Practice are recognised. We aim to ensure that all job applicants, employees or clients are

- Treated fairly and valued equally regardless of sex, marital status, domestic circumstances, age, race, colour, disablement, ethnic or national origin, social background or employment status, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, HIV status, gender reassignment, political affiliation or trade union membership. Selection for training and development and promotion will be based on the individual's ability to meet the requirements for the job.

You are responsible for ensuring that the Practice policies, procedures and obligation in respect of promoting equality and diversity are adhered to in relation to both staff and services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• 1st Level RGN
• Educated to Degree level
• Up to date with your immunisations
• If you are not on the update service for your DBS - you will have to cover the cost of a new enhanced DBS which we can send you a link to apply for.
• Be comfortable with home visits
• Significant post-registration experience
• Experience of working within a community service
• Previous experience of working in an Anticoagulant service
• Excellent communication skills
• Capillary blood sampling
• Excellent computer skills
• Familiar with INR Star System. Familiar with Anticoagulation software
• Up to date with developments within nursing
• Basic clinical governance and risk management
• Flexible approach to working
• Clearly spoken
• Suitability to work with vulnerable adults
• Enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service
• Access to a suitable vehicle to be used within your role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

500 Larkshall Road

Highams Park

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Working with direct supervision by a GP, taking referrals from a wide range of agencies - working with primary care networks, community health teams, hospital discharge teams, social care services, housing agencies, employment organisations and the voluntary & community sector (VCS). This list is not exhaustive.

2. Provide personalised support to individuals, families and carers, helping them to take control of their well-being so they can live more independently and improve their health outcomes, as key members of the Primary Care Network multi-disciplinary team.

3. Develop trusting relationships by giving people time and focusing on what matters to the person. The approach should be holistic and based on the individuals aspirations and goals and how these impact the wider determinants of health.

4. Co-produce a personalised support package to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or re-connecting people to community groups and statutory services. The role may involve managing a caseload and this will need to be prioritised based on competing demands and the needs of clients.

5. Draw on, and increase, the strengths and capacities of local communities - enabling VCS organisations and community groups to receive referrals. Ensure groups are supported and have basic safeguarding processes in place for vulnerable individuals, so people can develop friendships, a sense of belonging and increase knowledge, skills and confidence.

6. Alongside other members of the Primary Care Network multi-disciplinary team, work collaboratively with local partners to contribute towards supporting local VCS organisations and community groups to become sustainable and that community asset are nurtured. This may mean making group leaders aware of opportunities for small grants or micro-commissioning, where available. It may also mean providing help to set up new community groups and services, where gaps in local provision are identified.

7. Social Prescribing Link Workers will have a role in educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their Primary Care Network multi-disciplinary teams on what other services are available within the community and how and when patients can access them. This may include verbal or written advice and guidance.

Key tasks

Referrals

Promote social prescribing and the role it can play in facilitating self-management and improving outcomes by addressing the wider determinants of health.

As part of the Primary Care Network multi-disciplinary team, build relationships with key stakeholders and workers in other well-being pathways that are part of the PCN. Attend relevant multi-disciplinary team meetings and provide information and feedback on social prescribing and other wellbeing-related services.

Develop strong links with local agencies, encouraging referrals by providing a high-quality and responsive service to referring practitioners.

Work in partnership with local agencies to raise awareness of how social prescribing and other well-being pathways can reduce pressure on statutory services and enable a holistic approach to care.

Provide advice and training on how to access information about support-related services and make appropriate referrals.

Seek feedback from referring agencies about service quality and impact.

Encourage referrals from communities that statutory agencies find hard to reach.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly in a community development context, health and social care, learning support, public health or health improvement. This can include unpaid work.
• Experience in supporting people, their families and carers in a related role.
• Experience in support planning
• Experience working with the VCS sector (in a paid or unpaid capacity), including with volunteers and small community groups

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or experience, or working towards. Supporting evidence will be required if you are working towards a level 3 NVQ.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within a PCN.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Waltham Forest Federated GP Network

Address

500 Larkshall Road

Highams Park

London

E4 9HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)