Job Description

Job Description: Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Overview

Location: Urgent Care Centre Reading Area 

Days: Adhoc days and Block bookings - Weekdays and Weekends 

System: EMIS

Start: ASAP 

Requirements: Level 7 or MSc 

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The successful candidate will be a clinical expert in their area of practice, providing high-quality care to diverse patient populations. The role offers an opportunity to make a real difference in patient outcomes while contributing to the development of the team and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. This role is integral to advancing healthcare delivery and ensuring accessibility for all individuals regardless of background.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced clinical care across specified services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patients with acute or chronic conditions.


• Work autonomously, while collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to manage patient caseloads effectively.


• Lead and support initiatives aimed at improving patient care and healthcare services, ensuring diversity and fairness in decision-making.


• Develop and implement evidence-based clinical protocols and pathways to promote best practices.


• Provide expert advice and mentorship to nursing staff, allied health professionals, and other team members.


• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, and risk management activities to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.


• Support a culture of equality, fairness, and respect among colleagues and the service user group.


• Actively engage in continuing professional development to maintain advanced practice certification and contribute to training and educating junior staff.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with an active nursing license.


• Completion of an accredited Advanced Clinical Practitioner program.


• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., Nursing, Advanced Practice).


• Certification and/or experience in an area of specialty (e.g., primary care, acute care, mental health).


• Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.


• Commitment to equitable healthcare practices and inclusive patient care.

Day-to-day

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations and diagnostic investigations.


• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and families.


• Prescribe medications and treatments, monitoring outcomes and adjusting care as necessary in accordance with regulatory guidelines.


• Support patients from varied cultural, socioeconomic, and diverse backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive care approach.


• Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and care planning sessions.


• Provide health education and promotion to patients, helping them achieve and maintain wellness.


• Document all patient interactions clearly and accurately in line with legal and organizational standards.


• Facilitate continuity of care by collaborating with external providers and community resources.

We are committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion. Candidates from all backgrounds, especially those belonging to underrepresented communities, are encouraged to apply.

Join our team to push the boundaries of advanced clinical care while ensuring every patient feels heard, respected, and valued.