Advanced Nurse PractitionerNHS

Job summary

We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly, ambitious and supportive team at Woodlands Park Health Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice where you'll be trusted to use your advanced clinical skills, work autonomously and play a key role in delivering high-quality care to our patients.

Ideally, we are looking for a candidate who is able to work on Mondays and Wednesdays, although some flexibility may be considered for the right applicant.

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you'll work alongside experienced GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Pharmacists, Physician Associates and a skilled administrative team in a collaborative environment where everyone's contribution is valued. As a GP training practice and an active member of Cramlington & Seaton Valley PCN, we're committed to innovation, continuous improvement and supporting our staff to develop their careers.

We believe in creating a workplace where people enjoy coming to work. You'll benefit from a positive team culture, strong clinical support, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community every day. If you're passionate about delivering excellent patient care and want to be part of a practice that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will be a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, delivering autonomous, patient-centred care across a wide range of acute, urgent and long-term conditions. You'll assess, diagnose and manage patients, providing safe, evidence-based care while working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.

This varied role offers the opportunity to use your advanced clinical skills, contribute to service development, support health promotion initiatives and help shape the future delivery of primary care within our practice. You'll be encouraged to share your expertise, work collaboratively with colleagues and play an active role in maintaining the high standards of care our patients expect.

Job description

As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) at Woodlands Park Health Centre, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care as part of our multidisciplinary primary care team. You will work autonomously within your scope of practice while collaborating closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to provide safe, effective and evidence-based care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently assess, examine, diagnose and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.
• Undertake telephone, face-to-face and home visit consultations where appropriate.
• Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based treatment and management plans.
• Prescribe safely and effectively as an Independent Prescriber, in accordance with national guidance and local policies.
• Request, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations, including pathology and imaging results.
• Recognise and appropriately manage medical emergencies, escalating or referring patients when required.
• Refer patients to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals using appropriate referral pathways.
• Promote health, wellbeing and disease prevention through patient education and lifestyle advice.
• Manage patients with both acute presentations and long-term conditions, ensuring continuity of care where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records using SystmOne.
• Participate in clinical governance activities, audits, quality improvement projects and significant event reviews.
• Contribute to the development of practice protocols, policies and clinical pathways.
• Support the education and development of colleagues, students and trainees where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and service delivery.
• Comply with all professional, organisational and statutory requirements, including safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety policies.

Professional ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will:

• Practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct.
• Maintain professional registration, revalidation and continuing professional development.
• Work within the scope of their competence and seek advice where appropriate.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, leadership and clinical decision-making skills.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating all patients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive, supportive and collaborative working environment.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice committed to continuous improvement, innovation and delivering outstanding patient care.

About us

Woodlands Park Health Centre is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred primary care to our local community. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, compassionate and accessible healthcare.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, care coordinators, reception and administrative colleagues who work together to provide the best possible care. We believe every member of the team plays an important role in the success of the practice.

We offer a supportive, respectful and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills, share ideas and contribute to improving our services. We value teamwork, professionalism and kindness, and are committed to supporting learning, development and career progression.

Based in Wideopen, Newcastle upon Tyne, we offer modern facilities, free on-site parking and excellent transport links. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and strive to create a positive workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care and want to join a welcoming and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.