Nurse practitioner

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) provides autonomous assessment, diagnosis and management of patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and primary care conditions within the Primary Urgent Care Centre (PUCC). The role involves taking comprehensive patient histories, undertaking clinical examinations, analysing and interpreting clinical information to support decision-making, and developing appropriate management plans. The ANP works closely with colleagues across the Emergency Department and wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and patient-centred care, while also contributing to clinical leadership, education, service development, audit and quality improvement activities.

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• Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and primary care conditions autonomously.

• Take comprehensive patient histories, undertake clinical examinations and interpret clinical information to support diagnosis and management decisions.

• Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans, including discharge, referral or escalation of care as appropriate.

• Work closely with colleagues across the Emergency Department and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.

• Perform advanced clinical procedures and interventions within scope of practice.

• Promote health education, wellbeing and preventative care for patients.

• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to junior staff, students and trainees.

• Contribute to service development, clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.

• Participate in teaching, mentorship, audit, research and the development of clinical guidelines and pathways.

• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure care is delivered in line with Trust policies, professional standards and evidence-based practice.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Clinical Responsibilities

Undertake comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking and physical examination.

Analyse and interpret clinical information, such as x-rays and blood test, to support diagnosis and clinical decision-making.

Develop and implement appropriate management plans, including treatment, discharge, referral and escalation of care where required.

Independently manage patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed presentations within scope of practice.

Perform advanced clinical skills and procedures relevant to the service.

Identify and respond appropriately to medical emergencies and deteriorating patients.

Provide health promotion, education and advice to patients and carers.

Communication and Team Working

Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.

Work collaboratively with Emergency Department clinicians and specialty teams to ensure timely and appropriate patient care.

Provide specialist advice and support to colleagues regarding patient management.

Leadership and Management

Support the day-to-day operational management of the service.

Contribute to workforce planning, rota management and maintaining safe staffing levels.

Monitor standards of care and contribute to clinical governance, risk management and service improvement initiatives. [

Contribute to the development and review of clinical pathways, protocols and guidelines.

Education and Development

Act as a mentor, clinical educator and role model for students and junior staff.

Participate in teaching, training and supervision activities.

Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and reflective practice.

Quality Improvement and Governance

Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records.

Participate in audit, research and quality improvement projects to enhance patient care and service delivery.

Ensure practice complies with Trust policies, professional standards and evidence-based guidelines.