Advanced Nurse Practitioner - GP Walk In Centre
NHS Scotland
Job Description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included. The Role The GP Walk In Centre is based at Cardonald Health centre in South Glasgow and will provide urgent primary care services to the local population.
The service aims to improve access, reduce pressure on GP practices, and minimise inappropriate Emergency Department attendances by offering rapid access to same‑day assessment for patients unable to secure a GP appointment. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic Advanced Nurse Practitioners who have experience of working in primary care at an advanced level. Experience in Acute Care would be an additional advantage.
The Advanced Practitioner will practice autonomously in the assessment, diagnosis and appropriate management of patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. They will be supported by a team of GPs and nursing staff on site to deliver urgent care and appropriate interventions as required. You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern Location: Cardonald Health Centre Fixed‑term Contract for 12 months Part‐time position: 24.5 hours per week & 16.5 hours per week Shift pattern 24.5 hours per week – 3 days a week 16.5 hours per week – 2 days a week Salary is pro‑rata for part‑time hours Key Responsibilities Assess each patient’s needs and treat accordingly utilising evidence based practice. This will involve utilising highly developed clinical knowledge and advanced decision‑making skills to facilitate a full analysis and interpretation of the patient’s history, presenting symptoms and results of clinical examination to ensure an accurate diagnosis and subsequent management plan. Implement advanced clinical care, incorporating advanced clinical skills within agreed protocols and guidelines, and within this make decisions to admit, refer and discharge.
Apply high level decision‑making and assessment skills to formulate appropriate differential diagnoses based on synthesis of clinical findings. Possess the freedom and authority to request, where indicated, appropriate diagnostic tests and investigations based on differential diagnoses. Interpret and analyse previously ordered results of tests and investigations and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals when needed.
Adopt a multi‑agency approach to provide person‑centred care throughout the continuum of care. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details. Essential Qualifications and Experience Registered Nurse on the NMC Register Evidence of completion of Masters level education in Advanced Practice Non‑medical Prescriber V300 Proven experience of working in primary care at an advanced level Professional registration with NMC/HCPC Be recorded as a Non‑medical Prescriber (V300) with the NMC An appropriate Masters level qualification in Advanced Practice which has enabled competence in: Clinical assessment Clinical reasoning, judgement and diagnostic decision‑making Anatomy and pathophysiology Non‑medical prescribing (V300) Leading, delivering and evaluating care Practice learning/transferable work‑based learning Significant post‑registration experience within a healthcare setting, some of which must be in acute care An Advanced Nurse Practitioner with Primary Care experience A commitment to lifelong learning and evidence of continuing professional development Basic Life Support (BLS) essential Desirable Qualifications and Experience Demonstrated experience in managing staff, leading a team, providing education and training and establishing a supportive, learning environment Successful track record in working in multi‑disciplinary team settings and promoting collaborative approaches to delivering excellent patient care Immediate Life Support What We Offer We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to: A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses Enhanced pay for working public holidays NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies Contact for Informal Discussion Tracy Crawford, Interim Lead Nurse – [email protected] – 07483633435 EEO Statements NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.
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