Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Civic Medical Centre; Wirral; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established GP practice in Wirral seeks an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients with acute and chronic conditions. Applicants should possess a postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice and independent prescribing certification. This position is part-time, offering 24-30 hours per week, and includes contributions to service development and quality improvement. Join a team dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current registration from NMC.
• Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent.
• Evidence of advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients.
• Make diagnoses and prescribe medications independently.
• Manage long-term conditions and promote health well-being.

Skills

Advanced clinical assessment

Independent prescribing

Team collaboration

Patient-centred care

Quality improvement

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice

Independent prescribing qualification (V300)

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work autonomously while being part of a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

The post holder will provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients, contributing to service development and quality improvement. You will use your advanced clinical skills to support patients across the service, working closely with GPs, consultants, nurses, and allied health professionals.

We welcome applications from practitioners who are passionate about improving patient outcomes, keen to develop their skills further, and able to demonstrate safe, evidence-based practice at an advanced level.

Main duties of the job

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will work autonomously within the GP practice to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients presenting with acute, chronic, and complex conditions. The post holder will provide same‑day and routine appointments, undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, request and interpret investigations, and prescribe independently within their scope of practice.

The role includes management of long‑term conditions, health promotion, and preventative care, as well as signposting and referral to appropriate services. The ANP will work closely with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and patient‑centred care, contributing to service development, clinical audit, and quality improvement activities.

The post holder will practice in accordance with NMC standards, local policies, and evidence-based guidelines.

About us

We are a well-established GP practice providing high-quality primary care services to a registered list of approximately 9,570 patients. We are an active member of our local Primary Care Network (PCN) and work collaboratively with partner practices to deliver integrated, patient-centred care.

The practice is a recognised teaching and training practice, committed to supporting education, learning, and professional development across the multidisciplinary team. We have a strong culture of teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement, supported by a stable and experienced clinical and non‑clinical workforce.

Our practice is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting our commitment to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care. We place high value on staff wellbeing and strive to create a supportive, inclusive working environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to service development.

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Location: Civic Medical Centre

Hours: Part time 24-30hrs per week

Reports to: GP Partners/Practice Manager

Job Purpose: The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will work autonomously and collaboratively within the GP practice to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions, using advanced clinical skills and independent prescribing.

The ANP will contribute to service development, quality improvement, and staff education, supporting the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and integrated care.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients presenting with acute, chronic, or complex conditions.
• Make diagnoses, formulate management plans, and prescribe medications independently within scope of practice.
• Manage long-term conditions, including monitoring, review, and patient education.
• Provide same‑day and routine appointments for patients, ensuring timely, patient-centred care.
• Interpret investigations and make appropriate referrals to secondary care or other community services.
• Promote health and wellbeing, providing advice and support on prevention, lifestyle, and self‑care.

Leadership and Service Development:

• Support service development, quality improvement, and clinical audit projects.
• Contribute to policy and guideline development within the practice.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, student nurses, and other trainees as appropriate.

Professional Standards:

• Maintain professional registration with the NMC and comply with relevant legislation, guidelines, and local policies.
• Ensure clinical practice is evidence-based and aligned with national standards and best practice.
• Participate in continuous professional development and reflective practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential Qualifications
• Registered Nurse (NMC) with current registration.
• Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent (Masters level preferred).
• Independent prescribing qualification (V300 or equivalent).
• Evidence of advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
• Additional training in leadership, service development, or teaching/mentorship is desirable.

Experience

• Proven experience in primary care, urgent care, or a relevant clinical setting.
• Experience managing acute and chronic conditions autonomously.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in clinical audit, quality improvement, or service development is desirable.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.