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Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic, experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner. You will be a team player, who is passionate about delivering high quality care contributing to the health & wellbeing of our (predominantly) student population and their families. You will work collaboratively with our staff and the wider University Support Services in order to support students to achieve a successful academic outcome and develop skills for achieving and maintaining a healthy life.
Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic, experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner. You will be a team player, who is passionate about delivering high quality care contributing to the health & wellbeing of our (predominantly) student population and their families. You will work collaboratively with our staff and the wider University Support Services in order to support students to achieve a successful academic outcome and develop skills for achieving and maintaining a healthy life.
As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner you will be a registered healthcare professional with your digital badge. You will be used to practising autonomously using the skills of advanced clinical assessment, examination, diagnosis and treatment within an agreed scope of practice, which will include minor illness and patient triage. You will work with the Acting Nurse Managers, the Nursing team and the supportive Multidisciplinary team here at UHS to ensure the best care for our patients.
Main duties of the job
You will be passionate about the health and wellbeing of our student population, and will want to deliver high quality NHS services to our patient population.
We are looking for someone who wants to work as part of a team of advanced practitioners to provide a first point of contact within the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, making use of skills in history taking, physical examination, problem solving and clinical decision-making, to establish a diagnosis and appropriate management plan. You will also undertake triage, both by telephone, online and face to face, for patients seeking access to services.
About Us
The practice population is made up of mainly students and their families, with 98% of practice falling in the age range 18-40. This provides a unique opportunity for a clinician with an interest in a wide range of conditions, particularly those relevant to our patient population, including mental health, sexual health and contraception choices.
You will work collaboratively with our staff in order to support students to achieve a successful academic outcome and develop skills for achieving and maintaining a healthy life.
We are located in a bright and airy purpose-built building situated on the University of Sheffield campus, which is also close to lots of local amenities and the buzz of City centre life.
What We Offer
The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.
* 35 hour working week (core hours Monday-Friday 8-6, with 1 hour lunch break).
* 15 minute appointments as standard.
* 98% of patients aged 18-40, around 40,000 patients (single site practice and PCN.
* Great social opportunities with away days and monthly bring and share lunches.
* Protected administration time.
* Study leave for training courses and development.
* 30 days annual leave plus closure days and bank holidays
* Competitive T&Cs for maternity and sick pay etc.
* Incremental pay scale akin to NHS banding.
* Various rewards and benefits through the university The Deal.
Details
Date posted
30 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£48,149 to £57,422 a year pro-rata based on 35 FT week. Potential to increase to £64,605
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours, Term time hours
Reference number
A5004-25-0000
Job locations
53 Gell Street
Sheffield
S3 7QP
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* Provide a first point of contact within the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, making use of skills in history taking, physical examination, problem solving and clinical decision-making, to establish a diagnosis and appropriate management plan.
* Practice within scope of professional registration (e.g. NMC).
* Undertake triage, (including online), for patients seeking access to services.
* Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care, referring patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate.
* Manage caseload and clinical priorities according to agreed protocols and working practices.
* Within scope of practice and clinical competence request and/or undertake diagnostic procedures and clinical investigations related to plans of care.
* Have a working knowledge of agreed national and local guidelines for clinical practice.
* Working as part of the wider practice team, utilise advanced knowledge and skills to provide advice and support to other members of the multidisciplinary team. Where clinically appropriate, implement and action changes within the patient medical record
* Liaise with doctors and other healthcare professionals in secondary care in order to provide the optimum care for your patient.
* Act as a Non-Medical prescriber, working within clinical competencies at all time, and to your Professional body, adhere to the Standards for Competency Framework and local and national guidance.
* Regularly attend clinical governance sessions and take part in audits of yours and others practice in order to maintain safe and effective practice.
* Use professional judgment to act as an advocate for patients and ensure a patient centred approach to the delivery of care. Support and enable patients and carers to make informed decisions relating to their treatment and management. Escalate any concerns via the nursing/professional structures are required.
* Ensure high standards of documentation. Records should be appropriate, complete and up-to-date and should adhere to the principles of the practice confidentiality and data protection policies.
* Occasional work out of hours to support vaccination campaigns, health promotion campaigns and other events within the University
* Work with the general practice teams to ensure the practice is compliant with relevant CQC standards.
* Work with your line manager to access regular clinical supervision, to enable you to deal effectively with the difficult issues that people present.
* Work collaboratively, striving for excellence within the nursing team wider UHS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Provide a first point of contact within the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, making use of skills in history taking, physical examination, problem solving and clinical decision-making, to establish a diagnosis and appropriate management plan.
* Practice within scope of professional registration (e.g. NMC).
* Undertake triage, (including online), for patients seeking access to services.
* Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care, referring patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate.
* Manage caseload and clinical priorities according to agreed protocols and working practices.
* Within scope of practice and clinical competence request and/or undertake diagnostic procedures and clinical investigations related to plans of care.
* Have a working knowledge of agreed national and local guidelines for clinical practice.
* Working as part of the wider practice team, utilise advanced knowledge and skills to provide advice and support to other members of the multidisciplinary team. Where clinically appropriate, implement and action changes within the patient medical record
* Liaise with doctors and other healthcare professionals in secondary care in order to provide the optimum care for your patient.
* Act as a Non-Medical prescriber, working within clinical competencies at all time, and to your Professional body, adhere to the Standards for Competency Framework and local and national guidance.
* Regularly attend clinical governance sessions and take part in audits of yours and others practice in order to maintain safe and effective practice.
* Use professional judgment to act as an advocate for patients and ensure a patient centred approach to the delivery of care. Support and enable patients and carers to make informed decisions relating to their treatment and management. Escalate any concerns via the nursing/professional structures are required.
* Ensure high standards of documentation. Records should be appropriate, complete and up-to-date and should adhere to the principles of the practice confidentiality and data protection policies.
* Occasional work out of hours to support vaccination campaigns, health promotion campaigns and other events within the University
* Work with the general practice teams to ensure the practice is compliant with relevant CQC standards.
* Work with your line manager to access regular clinical supervision, to enable you to deal effectively with the difficult issues that people present.
* Work collaboratively, striving for excellence within the nursing team wider UHS.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* - Understanding of importance of evidence-based practice and ability to follow clinical policy and procedures, including an understanding of the audit process and ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.
* - Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose.
* - Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes and be able to effectively communicate and understand the needs of the patient, listening and empathising whilst being honest and caring.
* - Ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment and consider the wider team working effort, supporting a positive team culture.
* Evidence of working autonomously and ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely, working within own scope of practice, with some support and supervision.
* - Experience of adapting own skills to new circumstances.
* - Effective time management (Planning, Organising and Prioritising), with excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
* - Understanding of the importance of data protection and patient confidentiality.
* - Enthusiasm for working with a student population.
Desirable
* - Experience of developing and maintaining a network of contacts throughout own work area.
* - Experience of EMIS Web and online triage systems.
Qualifications
Essential
* -Registered on the NMC register level 1 nursing (or equivalent) with demonstrable post registered experience.
* -Digital badge
* -Non-medical prescriber.
Person Specification
Essential
* -Registered on the NMC register level 1 nursing (or equivalent) with demonstrable post registered experience.
* -Digital badge
* -Non-medical 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
University Health Service
Address
53 Gell Street
Sheffield
S3 7QP
Employer's website
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/health-service (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Health Service
Address
53 Gell Street
Sheffield
S3 7QP
Employer's website
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/health-service (Opens in a new tab)
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