Frailty Practitioner (ECP/Nurse Practitioner/Nurse Prescriber)
Primary Care Careers
Leigh on Sea, SS9 3NGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 November 2026
17 days leftJob description
SS9 South PCN are looking to welcome a Frailty Practitioner to the team. This position is offered on a full-time basis. The successful applicant will ...
- Undertake urgent same-day assessments for frail patients experiencing acute deterioration in their health or functional status.
- Provide rapid clinical assessment and treatment to support admission avoidance and reduce unnecessary attendance at Emergency Departments.
- Assess patients presenting with falls, reduced mobility, suspected infections etc.
- Undertake comprehensive physical examinations and formulate differential diagnoses.
- Make autonomous clinical decisions and treatment plans.
- Prescribe medication where qualified and authorised.
- Undertake comprehensive frailty assessments, including clinical, functional, cognitive and social domains.
- Develop personalised care and support plans.
- Identify patients requiring anticipatory care planning and advance care discussions.
- Work proactively to prevent avoidable hospital admissions through early assessment and intervention.
- Liaise directly with GP Practices, Community Teams, Ambulance Services and Acute Trusts to facilitate timely clinical management.
- Deliver a high-quality home visiting service for housebound and vulnerable patients.
- Conduct urgent and routine visits based on clinical need.
- Assess environmental, social and safeguarding risks that may impact patient health and wellbeing.
- Work closely with carers and families to support ongoing care arrangements.
If you would like to find out more information about this
role, please see the attached job specification.
SS9 South is a forward-thinking PCN of two well-established practices: Pall Mall Surgery and Highlands Surgery. Together, we provide exceptional care to a diverse population of 35,000 patients. Our focus is on delivering outstanding patient care while fostering a supportive and fulfilling environment for our staff.
At SS9 South, our dedicated team includes GPs, physician associates, nurse practitioners, a frailty team, emergency care practitioners (ECPs), nurses, associate practitioners, healthcare assistants (HCAs), phlebotomists and social prescribers. We also have a large, knowledgeable administrative team that works closely with our clinicians to ensure seamless patient care. We believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative working environment where ideas are valued and contributions are recognised.
We seek an outstanding individual to join our team and contribute their expertise to our thriving practice.
Experience
Essential
- Independent/Supplementary Prescribers must maintain relevant prescribing qualifications and registration.
- Comply with all professional codes, revalidation requirements and clinical standards applicable to the profession.
Qualifications
Essential
- ECP/Paramedic Practitioners: Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and College of Paramedics.
- Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Prescribers: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
19 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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