Job summary

As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for Keynsham Primary Care Network, you will be a registered Nurse or Paramedic, providing expert autonomous clinical care to patients across the full range of presenting conditions. Working at an advanced level of practice, the ACP undertakes comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and management of patients, whilst promoting high standards of patient-centred care. The role operates across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research, contributing to service development, workforce transformation, and improved patient outcomes.

Main duties of the job

Assess, diagnose and manage patients with acute illness, chronic disease and complex health needs.Undertake home visits for housebound patients and those requiring urgent assessment.Participate in triage processes, including reviewing Accurx and other digital consultations.Conduct clinical assessments of patients presenting with undifferentiated conditions.Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based treatment plans.Diagnose and manage acute and long-term conditions using appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.Independently prescribe and review medication in line with clinical guidance, formularies and protocols.Monitor treatment effectiveness and amend management plans as required.Provide patients and carers with advice and education regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications and self-management.Support adherence to agreed treatment plans and health goals.Identify patients at risk of developing long-term conditions and implement preventative interventions.Recognise and respond to urgent and emergency presentations, initiating immediate care and escalation where necessary.Promote health, wellbeing and disease prevention through health promotion and lifestyle advice.Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team and maintain accurate clinical records.

About us

About Keynsham PCN:

Keynsham Primary Care Network (PCN) is a highly collaborative and supportive two-practice network, bringing together St Augustines Medical PracticeandWest View Surgeryto provide exceptional care for a population of approximately 28,000 patients.

With a long-standing history of working closely together, our practices have built a strong reputation for delivering approachable, patient-centred care while fostering a positive and inclusive working environment for our teams. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, where innovation, teamwork and professional development are actively encouraged.

Our multidisciplinary workforce includes experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs)andAdvanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs), creating excellent opportunities for shared learning, mentorship and career progression. Staff are supported by an experienced Clinical Directorand PCN Manager, ensuring strong leadership and a clear commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Situated in the vibrant town of Keynsham, ideally located between Bath and Bristol, our PCN benefits from excellent transport links, free staff parking and access to the amenities of two thriving cities, offering an outstanding work-life balance.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£56,705 to £62,000 a year Depending on Experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

A0477-26-0004

Job locations

9 Park Road

Keynsham

Bristol

BS31 1BX

United Kingdom

St. Augustines Medical Practice

The Chocolate Factory

The Chocolate Quarter, Via Traversus, Keynsham

BRISTOL

BS31 2GN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for Keynsham Primary Care Network, you will be a registered Nurse or Paramedic, providing expert autonomous clinical care to patients across the full range of presenting conditions. Working at an advanced level of practice, the ACP undertakes comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and management of patients, whilst promoting high standards of patient-centred care. The role operates across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research, contributing to service development, workforce transformation, and improved patient outcomes.

About Keynsham PCN:

Keynsham Primary Care Networkis a highly collaborative and supportive two-practice network, bringing together St Augustines Medical PracticeandWest View Surgeryto provide exceptional care for a population of approximately 28,000 patients.

With a long-standing history of working closely together, our practices have built a strong reputation for delivering approachable, patient-centred care while fostering a positive and inclusive working environment for our teams. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, where innovation, teamwork and professional development are actively encouraged.

Our multidisciplinary workforce includes experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs)andAdvanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs), creating excellent opportunities for shared learning, mentorship and career progression. Staff are supported by an experienced Clinical Directorand PCN Manager, ensuring strong leadership and a clear commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Situated in the vibrant town of Keynsham, ideally located between Bath and Bristol, our PCN benefits from excellent transport links, free staff parking and access to the amenities of two thriving cities, offering an outstanding work-life balance.

Join us and become part of a forward-thinking, supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality care and improving the health and wellbeing of our local community.

Clinical Responsibilities:

Assess patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease conditions.

Undertake home visits for acute illness

Play a part in our triage team to assess and sign post patient requests received via AccuRX.

Diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.

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.

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 nondrug-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 formularies.

Work with patients and their carers 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.

General Information

Confidentiality:

• While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, PCN staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practices within the PCN as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of practices within the PCN may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose:As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for Keynsham Primary Care Network, you will be a registered Nurse or Paramedic, providing expert autonomous clinical care to patients across the full range of presenting conditions. Working at an advanced level of practice, the ACP undertakes comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and management of patients, whilst promoting high standards of patient-centred care. The role operates across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research, contributing to service development, workforce transformation, and improved patient outcomes.About Keynsham PCN:Keynsham Primary Care Networkis a highly collaborative and supportive two-practice network, bringing together St Augustines Medical PracticeandWest View Surgeryto provide exceptional care for a population of approximately 28,000 patients.With a long-standing history of working closely together, our practices have built a strong reputation for delivering approachable, patient-centred care while fostering a positive and inclusive working environment for our teams. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, where innovation, teamwork and professional development are actively encouraged.Our multidisciplinary workforce includes experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs)andAdvanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs), creating excellent opportunities for shared learning, mentorship and career progression. Staff are supported by an experienced Clinical Directorand PCN Manager, ensuring strong leadership and a clear commitment to staff wellbeing and development.Situated in the vibrant town of Keynsham, ideally located between Bath and Bristol, our PCN benefits from excellent transport links, free staff parking and access to the amenities of two thriving cities, offering an outstanding work-life balance.Join us and become part of a forward-thinking, supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality care and improving the health and wellbeing of our local community.Clinical Responsibilities: Assess patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease conditions. Undertake home visits for acute illness Play a part in our triage team to assess and sign post patient requests received via AccuRX. Diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis. 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. 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 nondrug-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 formularies. Work with patients and their carers 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.General InformationConfidentiality: While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, PCN staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practices within the PCN as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of practices within the PCN may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Commitment to integrated, patient-centred care and service innovation

Skills

Essential

• Proven ability to work autonomously while recognising professional limits
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Driver with clean licence

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 years post-registration experience, including significant autonomous practice
• Demonstrable experience managing undifferentiated and complex clinical presentations
• Experience working across primary care and urgent care settings
• Experience of TPP SystemOne and remote consultation platforms
• Leadership or service development experience
• Experience of supporting education, supervision or mentoring

Desirable

• Experience working across primary care and urgent care settings
• Experience of TPP SystemOne and remote consultation platforms
• Leadership or service development experience
• Experience of supporting education, supervision or mentoring

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Paramedic (HCPC)
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent credentialed ACP qualification)
• Registered Non-Medical Independent Prescriber

Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Commitment to integrated, patient-centred care and service innovation Skills Essential Proven ability to work autonomously while recognising professional limits Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills Driver with clean licence Experience Essential Minimum 3 years post-registration experience, including significant autonomous practice Demonstrable experience managing undifferentiated and complex clinical presentations Experience working across primary care and urgent care settings Experience of TPP SystemOne and remote consultation platforms Leadership or service development experience Experience of supporting education, supervision or mentoring Desirable Experience working across primary care and urgent care settings Experience of TPP SystemOne and remote consultation platforms Leadership or service development experience Experience of supporting education, supervision or mentoring Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (NMC) or Paramedic (HCPC) MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent credentialed ACP qualification) Registered Non-Medical Independent Prescriber

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).

Additional information 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

West View Surgery

Address

9 Park Road

Keynsham

Bristol

BS31 1BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://westviewsurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West View Surgery

Address

9 Park Road

Keynsham

Bristol

BS31 1BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://westviewsurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

West View Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Primary Care Nurse / Practice Nurse to join our friendly, supportive and well established GP practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality, patient centred care to our local population. We welcome applications from experienced practice nurses.

Please can you apply via NHS jobs.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for delivering safe, effective nursing care within a general practice setting. Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Management of longterm conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
• Immunisations and vaccinations
• Cervical screening
• Wound care, dressings and removal of sutures
• Health promotion and lifestyle advice
• Supporting QOF, enhanced services and chronic disease reviews
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records
• Working collaboratively with GPs, HCAs, pharmacists and the wider practice team
• Adhering to practice policies, clinical governance and infection control procedures

About us

• We are a friendly, forward thinking training practice in a pleasant market town set between Bristol and Bath (5 miles either way). West View Surgery has around 8,000 patients and we have two excellent purpose-built premises in Keynsham.
• Our three GP partners seek innovation in primary healthcare and are open to new ideas and ways of working. CQC rated the practice as good. We have full nursing and administrative support, employ via the PCN pharmacists who deal with most medication queries, First Contact Physios and a Paramedic and have the support of an Home Visiting Service. We value our team and are committed to maintaining a fair and consistent work life balance for all.

Job summary

West View Surgery are looking for a confident experienced part time receptionist to join our friendly team.

Previous experience of working in a General Practice is preferred but not essential as full training will be given.

This is a very busy and varied role, applicants must be able to multi-task, have a professional telephone manner and excellent computer skills.

PLEASE APPLY USING THE ATTACHED APPLICATION FORM.

Please note our reception shifts are 7.45am-1pm, and 1pm-6.30pm. The shift pattern for this role is currently 3 shifts per week, these will be on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Main duties of the job

Be able to offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way

Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice including the provision of clerical support to clinical staff

Facilitate effective communication between patients, members the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies

Job description attached

About us

We are a friendly team, that want to provide the best possible care for our patients.

You will be required to have a flexible approach and work as part of a team.

PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THE ATTACHED APPLICATION FORM.