Advanced Nurse Practitioner / Advanced Clinical Practitioner

NHS; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare practice in Liverpool is seeking two skilled Advanced Nurse Practitioners or Advanced Clinical Practitioners. The role focuses on managing patients autonomously and supporting chronic disease management in a multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates will receive mentorship and enjoy a supportive work environment, with competitive salaries aligned with NHS standards.

Benefits

Mentorship from a named GP Clinical Supervisor

Protected appraisal and CPD time

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in chronic disease management and managing undifferentiated presentations.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex caseloads.
• Up-to-date knowledge of NICE, NHSE, and RCN guidance.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess, diagnose, plan, and implement care for patients.
• Provide evidence-based clinical interventions according to guidelines.
• Manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Autonomous practice

Clinical decision-making

Collaboration

Education

Masters qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice

Current NMC or HCPC registration

V300 Independent Prescribing qualification

Tools

Emis

Accurx

Patches

Job description

Job Summary

Central and South Primary Care Network is seeking two highly skilled and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANP) or Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACP) to join our expanding multidisciplinary team.

These are ARRS‑funded roles working across Park House Medical Centre and Tarbock Medical Centre, offering the opportunity to deliver high‑quality, autonomous clinical care within supportive and well‑established general practice environments.

We are looking for practitioners with a broad scope of practice and an appropriate personal formulary, confident in managing undifferentiated presentations and working independently as autonomous clinicians.

The successful candidates will be employed by Roby Medical Centre on behalf of Central and South PCN.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your experience and preferred working pattern (Park House, Tarbock, or both) to [e-mail] by 14/11/2025.

About the Role

You will work autonomously to assess, diagnose, and manage a range of patients, including those with complex or long‑term conditions. You will demonstrate sound clinical judgement, evidence‑based practice, and a patient‑centred approach in all aspects of care.

You will contribute to the PCN's wider clinical network, supporting safe, effective, and sustainable primary care delivery. Both roles are designed for experienced ANPs or ACPs who meet the ARRS eligibility criteria and are ready to work independently within a supportive, structured environment.

What We Offer

• A named GP Clinical Supervisor providing ongoing mentorship, education sessions, and structured professional development.
• Protected appraisal and CPD time, supporting your continuous learning and reflection.
• Opportunities for peer support, clinical discussion, and quality improvement.
• A strong multidisciplinary team culture across the PCN, with access to shared learning and leadership support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in line with ARRS maximum reimbursement rate (WTE).
• Supportive and forward‑thinking working environment.
• Ongoing access to supervision, reflection, and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Expertise
  • Independently assess, diagnose, plan, and implement care for patients across the lifespan, including those with chronic disease management needs.
  • Provide evidence‑based clinical interventions and prescribe medication as appropriate under independent prescribing rights and in line with current guidance Pan Mersey, and NICE guidance.
  • Manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems, ensuring care aligns with NHS England (NHSE), Care Quality Commission (CQC), and Royal College of Nursing (RCN) standards.
• Autonomous Practice
  • Work as an autonomous practitioner, taking accountability for clinical decision‑making and patient outcomes.
  • Undertake clinical risk assessment, ensuring care delivery adheres to national guidance, including NICE and NHSE protocols.
• Chronic Disease Management
  • Deliver high‑quality care for patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension.
  • Promote patient self‑management and provide education to improve long‑term health outcomes.
• Quality and Governance
  • Ensure practice aligns with CQC standards and contribute to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and governance processes within the practice.
  • Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records in line with CQC and professional standards.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  • Take ownership and responsibility for your professional development, remaining up to date with relevant guidelines, including RCN and NHSE updates.
  • Participate in annual appraisals with a named appraiser and maintain a professional portfolio to evidence CPD and reflective practice.
• Collaboration and Leadership
  • Support the development of the multidisciplinary team, sharing expertise and providing mentorship where required.
  • Contribute to the practice's goals of increasing capacity and accessibility to care through the ARRS scheme.

Experience

• Experience in chronic disease management and managing undifferentiated presentations.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex caseloads.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of NICE, NHSE, and RCN guidance.
• Emis experience.
• Familiarity with Accurx and Patches.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Masters qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent).
• Current NMC (or HCPC) registration.
• V300 Independent Prescribing qualification.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer Details

Roby Medical Centre

70-72 Pilch Lane East
Huyton
Liverpool
Merseyside
L36 4NP

Other Details

Date posted: 28 October 2025

Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Salary: £55,000 a year In line with the maximum ARRS reimbursement rate (WTE)

Reference number: A5140‑25‑0006

Job location: 70-72 Pilch Lane East, Huyton, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 4NP