Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Triage and treat patients wishing to see a healthcare professional making any necessary referrals to other members of the primary and secondary healthcare team(s). To support patients and colleagues in adopting safe infection control measures for the Practice according to local guidelines. To refer patients directly to other health professionals as needed and collaborate with health professionals across primary and secondary care using locally agreed guidelines. To prescribe from the independent /supplementary nurse prescribing formulary and refer to GPs as necessary. To contribute to the development of clinical protocols for the nursing team when required. Help develop and set up new patient services and participate in initiatives to improve existing patient services when required. Instigate necessary invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings /reports. To assist in clinical audit and the setting and monitoring of standards of care and implement standards for quality assurance. Understand the importance of recognition, observation, documentation, communication, and referral on of both adult and child safeguarding concerns and be aware of local guidance. May be required to assess and treat appropriate patients in their own homes.