29B SUMMERSIDE PLACE, EDINBURGH EH6 4NY
Pay: £41,668.00 - £59,244.00 per year WTE
Job description:
Overview
Summerside Medical Centre are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team on a temporary basis for 3 months initially. This is for 5 sessions per week ideally to include a Monday and Wednesday, however open to negotiation. We have full funding in place from NHS Lothian for the next 3 months. You will have a named GP along side you.
This role involves providing high-quality urgent care to patients, ensuring timely and effective treatment. The successful candidate will possess strong clinical skills, excellent patient communication abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and medication administration. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, delivering essential healthcare services to the community.
At all times you will have a named GP on call with you to discuss and review patients where necessary.
Responsibilities
1. Conduct thorough assessments of patients presenting with urgent health concerns, including history-taking and physical examinations.
2. Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans in accordance with clinical guidelines and protocols.
3. Administer medications safely and effectively, ensuring patient understanding and consent.
4. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary, maintaining accurate documentation of all clinical interventions.
5. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
6. Provide health education and advice to patients and their families regarding management of conditions and preventive measures.
7. Maintain strict adherence to infection control standards and healthcare regulations at all times.
Skills
8. Proven experience in patient care within urgent or emergency settings.
9. Strong knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology relevant to acute care.
10. Proficiency in medication administration, including injections, IV therapy, and prescribing within scope of practice.
11. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to reassure and educate patients effectively.
12. Organised with the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
13. Ability to work independently while also collaborating seamlessly with other healthcare professionals.
14. Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and clinical demands in a temporary role. This position is ideal for a committed Nurse Practitioner seeking a challenging yet rewarding temporary opportunity in urgent care services. The role requires a proactive approach, exceptional clinical competence, and a compassionate attitude towards patients requiring immediate attention.
Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 3 months
Work Location: In person
Summerside Medical Centre
29B Summerside Place
Edinburgh
EH6 4NY
- Urban Practice