To practice as an emergency care practitioner and demonstrate advanced clinical competence and knowledge above those associated with conventional nursing roles. Assess, plan, treat and refer patients appropriately, carrying out consultations in the surgery or the community as an autonomous practitioner. Using own clinical judgement to diagnose and treat patients either face to face consultation, clinical telephone triage and other mediums. Making appropriate referrals to primary, secondary and social services care, following practice (and/or locally agreed) pathways and protocols.
Deliver high quality clinical care in a timely manner to patients. Supply, administer and prescribe medicines as indicated (and appropriate) to address patient need, according to medicines management policy, Patient Group Directions (PGDs), NMC standards or referring to registered GP as necessary. To recognise the need for and initiate where appropriate relevant diagnostic investigations, using their skills in this area to take the correct course of action. Understanding local safeguarding referral process and be aware of appropriate referral mechanisms for children and vulnerable adults Ensure complete and accurate documentation of every patient contact, including advice given.
Records must be accurate and reflect the clinical activity in accordance with NMC guidelines on clinical record keeping. Minor illness assessment, diagnosis and treatment with access to seek advice, review and onward referral within clinical teams at Marlow medical Group. To develop care plans for patients when required (as developed and supervised with the Partners) Be involved with continuity of care of our patients, e.g. end of life care, chronic disease management.
Participation in administrative systems in the Practice. Attend and participate in Practice meetings when required. Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post