Advanced Nurse Practitioner

NHS

  • Spalding, Lincolnshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our friendly, forward-thinking rural GP training practice in Gosberton, Lincolnshire.Gosberton Medical Centre is a rural dispensing surgery serving over 8,200 patients, with our list size steadily increasing. We were rated Good in all areas by the CQC in our 2024 inspection and are proud recipients of a 5-star QEWS Award from Lincolnshire ICB.This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care in a rural setting.Main duties of the jobAs an ANP, you will:Independently assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a range of acute and chronic medical conditions.Deliver person-centred care across urgent, on-the-day presentations and long-term condition management.Prescribe medications and treatments in line with qualifications (V300 Independent Prescribing essential).Work closely with GPs, nurses, HCAs, and wider teams to support safe, effective decision-making.Contribute to quality improvement, QOF, audit, and clinical governance.Support safeguarding procedures and contribute to service development and education.Provide leadership and mentoring for junior staff and students where appropriate.Note: While confidence in managing long-term conditions is essential, this role does not require you to run dedicated chronic disease clinics.About usGosberton Medical Centre is:A GP training practice with a strong emphasis on development and mentorship.Rated Good in all areas by the CQC (2024).Recipient of a 5-star QEWS Award from Lincolnshire ICB.A rural dispensing practice offering continuity of care in a close-knit community.Committed to quality improvement, teamwork, and staff wellbeing.We offer:Competitive salary based on experience.NHS Pension Scheme.Supportive and inclusive team culture.Flexible working for the right candidate.Equal opportunities employer.DetailsDate posted06 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference numberA5928-25-0000Job locationsLowgateGosbertonSpaldingLincolnshirePE11 4NLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Title Advanced Nurse PractitionerResponsible To Dr Rushworth GP Partner and Clinical Practitioner Lead Clinically Practice Manager AdministrativelyJob Summary The Advanced Nurse Practitioner ANP provides expert care across the patient journey assessment diagnosis treatment evaluation within professional boundaries. Working autonomously and collaboratively the ANP uses clinical decision-making and critical thinking to support practice policies and patient care deliveryKey ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice Assess diagnose plan and evaluate care for patients with undifferentiated or complex needs Provide holistic clinical assessments physiological and psychological Manage acute chronic conditions integrate drug and non-drug treatments Prescribe and review medications per evidence-based protocols Support patient adherence to treatments and promote self-care Prioritise urgent care and initiate emergency treatment as needed Undertake home visits when required Support health promotion and immunisation such as Flu or COVID Deliver evidence-based care in line with NICE and national guidelines Participate in on call rota Support with total triage systemCommunication Use clear sensitive communication and ensure informed consent Adapt communication methods to suit understanding and culture Act as advocate and signpost support services Maintain accurate legal clinical documentationQuality and Governance Practice within NMC code and legal frameworks Maintain accurate records and organise own workload Deliver care aligned with Public Health England and NICE Evaluate care effectiveness via audit peer review and feedback Support QOF IIF DES CQC monitoring and compliance Manage clinical incidents using structured frameworks Apply safeguarding principles and raise concerns appropriatelyLeadership and Development Take responsibility for personal CPD and supervision Mentor and support development of others Foster a learning culture and share innovations and updates Lead or support changes in service delivery or policy Help develop and implement practice guidelines and protocolsTeam Working Work effectively within and across teams Delegate safely and support colleagues development Manage defined services and projects and set measurable outcomes Promote shared decision-making to improve careRisk Management Identify and mitigate clinical and environmental risks Supervise safe medication storage disposal and infection control Ensure a safe compliant working environment Translate national policies into effective local strategiesInformation Management Use technology and software for planning monitoring and reporting Apply accurate clinical coding for audits and data retrieval Handle FOI requests appropriately Communicate data insights such as prescribing referrals finance to teamLearning and Education Mentor junior staff and assess clinical competence Share knowledge gained from training conferences and updates Identify own learning needs and undertake appropriate training Educate patients carers and staff in a supportive environmentEquality and Diversity Promote non-discriminatory inclusive care Challenge discrimination and support diverse patient needs Ensure adherence to chaperone policies and support marginalised patientsNote This job description may be amended following review and consultation. The post holder is expected to carry out other reasonable duties and to comply with relevant legislation and internal policies at all times Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Title Advanced Nurse PractitionerResponsible To Dr Rushworth GP Partner and Clinical Practitioner Lead Clinically Practice Manager AdministrativelyJob Summary The Advanced Nurse Practitioner ANP provides expert care across the patient journey assessment diagnosis treatment evaluation within professional boundaries. Working autonomously and collaboratively the ANP uses clinical decision-making and critical thinking to support practice policies and patient care deliveryKey ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice Assess diagnose plan and evaluate care for patients with undifferentiated or complex needs Provide holistic clinical assessments physiological and psychological Manage acute chronic conditions integrate drug and non-drug treatments Prescribe and review medications per evidence-based protocols Support patient adherence to treatments and promote self-care Prioritise urgent care and initiate emergency treatment as needed Undertake home visits when required Support health promotion and immunisation such as Flu or COVID Deliver evidence-based care in line with NICE and national guidelines Participate in on call rota Support with total triage systemCommunication Use clear sensitive communication and ensure informed consent Adapt communication methods to suit understanding and culture Act as advocate and signpost support services Maintain accurate legal clinical documentationQuality and Governance Practice within NMC code and legal frameworks Maintain accurate records and organise own workload Deliver care aligned with Public Health England and NICE Evaluate care effectiveness via audit peer review and feedback Support QOF IIF DES CQC monitoring and compliance Manage clinical incidents using structured frameworks Apply safeguarding principles and raise concerns appropriatelyLeadership and Development Take responsibility for personal CPD and supervision Mentor and support development of others Foster a learning culture and share innovations and updates Lead or support changes in service delivery or policy Help develop and implement practice guidelines and protocolsTeam Working Work effectively within and across teams Delegate safely and support colleagues development Manage defined services and projects and set measurable outcomes Promote shared decision-making to improve careRisk Management Identify and mitigate clinical and environmental risks Supervise safe medication storage disposal and infection control Ensure a safe compliant working environment Translate national policies into effective local strategiesInformation Management Use technology and software for planning monitoring and reporting Apply accurate clinical coding for audits and data retrieval Handle FOI requests appropriately Communicate data insights such as prescribing referrals finance to teamLearning and Education Mentor junior staff and assess clinical competence Share knowledge gained from training conferences and updates Identify own learning needs and undertake appropriate training Educate patients carers and staff in a supportive environmentEquality and Diversity Promote non-discriminatory inclusive care Challenge discrimination and support diverse patient needs Ensure adherence to chaperone policies and support marginalised patientsNote This job description may be amended following review and consultation. The post holder is expected to carry out other reasonable duties and to comply with relevant legislation and internal policies at all timesPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • MSc or PG Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent) essential
  • Registered Nurse with active NMC registration essential
  • V300 Independent Prescribing qualification essential
Desirable
  • Experience in participating in on-call duties within a general practice setting
  • Familiarity with Accurx and the Total Triage system
ExperienceEssential
  • Demonstrable experience in primary or urgent care
  • Confidence in autonomous clinical decision-making
  • Strong understanding of chronic disease management
  • Excellent clinical reasoning and judgement
  • Effective communicator with patients and colleagues
  • Reflective, emotionally intelligent, and committed to professional development
  • Evidence of working effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
  • Experience of being on call clinician in a general practice setting
  • Experience of using accurx and total triage system
  • Understanding of Care Quality Commission standards and quality improvement in primary care.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • MSc or PG Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent) essential
  • Registered Nurse with active NMC registration essential
  • V300 Independent Prescribing qualification essential
Desirable
  • Experience in participating in on-call duties within a general practice setting
  • Familiarity with Accurx and the Total Triage system
ExperienceEssential
  • Demonstrable experience in primary or urgent care
  • Confidence in autonomous clinical decision-making
  • Strong understanding of chronic disease management
  • Excellent clinical reasoning and judgement
  • Effective communicator with patients and colleagues
  • Reflective, emotionally intelligent, and committed to professional development
  • Evidence of working effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
  • Experience of being on call clinician in a general practice setting
  • Experience of using accurx and total triage system
  • Understanding of Care Quality Commission standards and quality improvement in primary care.

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