Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Bank)

NHS; Hastings; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to lead care at their Hastings Primary Care Hub. The role involves delivering patient-centered care for various health issues, conducting assessments, and prescribing medication. The ideal candidate will have a current NMC registration and relevant qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary of £28.90 an hour with a flexible working pattern. Join a dynamic team committed to improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience in general practice or urgent care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective care for patients.
• Assess patients' needs and provide treatment.
• Prescribe medication as an Independent Prescriber.
• Engage in audits and service development activities.

Skills

Clinical governance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Education

Registered nursing degree

Non-Medical Prescriber qualification

Physical assessment of adults course

Minor Illness course qualification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to lead the delivery of high‑quality care for unregistered patients at our Hastings Primary Care Hub. You will provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment at first contact, including prescribing as an Independent Prescriber. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting service development and improving patient outcomes.

Location

Hastings Primary Care Hub

What Youll Do

• Deliver safe, effective care for patients with minor illnesses and long‑term conditions.
• Assess physical, social, and psychological needs, providing treatment or onward referral.
• Prescribe medication following clinical examination and evidence‑based practice.
• Work within IC24s clinical governance framework and maintain compliance with CQC standards.
• Engage in audits, CPD, and service development initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to locality meetings.

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Non‑Medical Prescriber qualification.
• Physical assessment of adults and Minor Illness course.
• Experience in general practice or urgent care.
• Strong clinical governance knowledge and ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

Desirable qualifications

• Teaching / mentorship qualification.
• Family planning and women’s health experience.

About Us

Integrated Care 24 (IC24) is the leading not‑for‑profit social enterprise providing innovative and patient‑focused primary care services. IC24 is committed to improving access to health and social care for patients and reducing the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including GP‑led out‑of‑hours services, NHS 111, primary care and secondary care support services.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Work within clinical governance structures of IC24, ensuring the highest standards of patient care including CQC guidance.
• Complete and maintain mandatory training in a timely manner alongside CCG updates.
• Conduct and reflect on patient‑related audits to improve quality of care.
• Abide by the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and national guidelines.
• See and treat patients with minor illnesses in line with professional competencies.
• Assess patients’ physical, social and psychological needs and determine treatment or referral.
• Provide assessment, treatment and diagnosis at point of first contact.
• Prescribe medication as an Independent Prescriber following clinical examination.
• Maintain CPD and demonstrate self‑development.
• Engage with service management and development of the proof‑of‑concept hub.
• Navigate patients to alternative care settings or treat and discharge as appropriate.
• Identify areas for collaboration and joint working with other organisations.
• Contribute to locality meetings and share best practice and mentoring.

Person Specification – Essential

• Flexible/adaptable to team/service needs.
• Flexible approach to change.
• Reliable.
• Confident.

Person Specification – Desirable

• Experience of developing effective working relationships.

Qualifications – Essential

• First‑level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and education.
• Registered nursing degree or working towards one.
• Non‑Medical Prescriber qualification.
• Physical assessment of adults module qualification.
• Recognised Minor Illness course qualification.
• Long‑Term Condition management qualification or suitable experience.
• Respiratory, diabetes, or related diploma (as applicable).

Qualifications – Desirable

• Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification.
• Family planning and women’s health qualification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities – Essential

• Promote best practice through clinical governance mechanisms.
• Create a climate of clinical inquiry within practice.
• Prioritise workload.
• Manage own learning.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Teaching skills for all levels of patients and health professionals.
• Good organisational and leadership skills.
• Self‑manage and work independently, showing initiative.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities – Desirable

• Presentation skills.

Other Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Salary and Working Hours

£28.90 an hour, Bank contract, Flexible working pattern.

Employer Details

Integrated Care 24 Ltd

Station Plaza Health Centre, Station Approach, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA

Website: https://careers.ic24.org.uk/