Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)NHS

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and committed Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our friendly and supportive team at Becontree Medical Centre. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Becontree Medical Centre is a modern, forward-thinking GP practice providing high-quality NHS primary care services to a diverse patient population. We are committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care while supporting innovation and continuous improvement.

We are looking for a motivated and skilled ANP who is confident in working autonomously, managing a wide range of acute and minor illness presentations, and providing comprehensive clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing patient management.

As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations, supported by our experienced clinical and administrative teams. You will use EMIS Web to manage patient care, prescribe independently within your scope of practice, review investigations, make appropriate referrals and contribute to the ongoing development of the practice.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, protected CPD, a supportive working environment, free onsite parking and excellent public transport links. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a welcoming practice that values teamwork, professional development and high standards of patient care.

Main duties of the job

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.
• Work autonomously to assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients presenting with acute illnesses, minor injuries and long-term conditions within the ANP's scope of practice.
• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, including history taking, physical examination and clinical decision-making.
• Prescribe medications safely and effectively as an Independent Prescriber, in accordance with local and national guidance.
• Manage urgent and same-day patient presentations, identifying red flags and escalating or referring patients where clinically indicated.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment and management plans.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web.
• Undertake appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide health promotion, disease prevention and patient education to support self-management.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Participate in meetings, audit, quality improvement and significant event reviews.
• Support safeguarding, clinical governance, infection prevention and patient safety requirements.
• Contribute to QOF, Enhanced Services and wider practice development within the scope of the role.
• Maintain professional competence, clinical supervision and reflective practice.

Job description

Job responsibilitiesThe post holder will work as an autonomous Advanced Nurse Practitioner within the multidisciplinary primary care team, providing a high standard of clinical care to the practice population.

The ANP will be responsible for independently assessing, diagnosing, treating and managing patients presenting with a range of acute, minor illness and long-term conditions, using advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

The post holder will practise within their professional competence and scope of practice, adhering to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code, relevant professional standards, evidence-based clinical guidelines and practice policies.

The role will involve independent prescribing, requesting and interpreting diagnostic investigations, developing appropriate treatment plans, making referrals and providing patient education and health promotion.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, recognise the limits of their competence and seek appropriate support or escalation when required.

Furthermore, the post holder will contribute to the effective management and development of the practice, maintaining a positive and collaborative working relationship with GPs, nursing colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team.

The ANP will actively support clinical governance, safeguarding, quality improvement and the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate patient care.

About us

Becontree Medical Centre is a well-established GP Partnership providing high-quality NHS primary care services to over 8500 registered patients within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham.

Our experienced multidisciplinary team includes GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators and an experienced administrative and management team. Together, we work to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.

We are committed to continuous improvement, embracing innovation and developing services that meet the needs of our local community. The practice uses EMIS Web and participates in the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), Enhanced Services and Primary Care Network initiatives.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive and inclusive working environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop professionally through regular clinical meetings, continuing professional development and shared learning.

Our practice benefits from modern facilities, free onsite parking and excellent transport links, making it an enjoyable and accessible place to work.

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are pleased to offer both full-time and part-time opportunities, with working arrangements to be discussed with successful candidates.