Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)

St Helens South PCN Ltd; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in St Helens is seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health. The role involves conducting assessments, formulating care plans, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should possess an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice and valid NMC registration. This position offers full-time or part-time hours with onsite/remote working options and excellent CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Access to NHS Pension

Focus on staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Independent prescriber (V300).
• Significant experience in mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and formulate care plans.
• Prescribe and review mental health medications within scope of practice.
• Support patients with complex mental health presentations.

Skills

Mental health assessments

Care plan formulation

Autonomous working

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Mental health medication management

Education

MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice

Valid NMC registration

Job description

Job Opportunity: Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health) – St Helens South PCN

Location: St Helens South Primary Care Network
Hours: Full-time / Part-time considered

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Permanent

Work Type: Onsite, with options for remote work sessions.

Are you an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner with a passion for mental health? Do you want to be part of a progressive, supportive and patient-centred team making a real difference in the community? St Helens South PCN is seeking a dynamic ANP with expertise in mental health to join our growing multidisciplinary team.

About the Role:

You will be at the heart of delivering high-quality, proactive mental health care across our PCN. Working closely with GPs, social prescribers, care coordinators, and community mental health teams, you will play a vital role in early intervention, holistic assessment, and ongoing management of patients with mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and formulate care plans
• Prescribe and review mental health medications within scope of practice
• Support patients with complex mental health presentations
• Lead on mental health pathways and contribute to service development
• Liaise with local mental health services and voluntary sector partners
• Provide training and support to primary care colleagues on mental health matters

About You:

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• MSc or equivalent qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice
• Independent prescriber (V300)
• Significant experience in mental health settings (primary, secondary or community)
• Confident working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Passionate about improving mental health outcomes in primary care
  

Why Join Us?

• A collaborative and innovative PCN made up of forward-thinking practices
• Excellent CPD opportunities and peer support
• A genuine focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Opportunity to shape mental health services at a local level
• Access to NHS Pension and other standard NHS benefits
  
• Onsite / remote work for some sessions

Closing Date: 1/9/25
To Apply: Please click 'apply now' or alternatively send your CV and a covering letter to [e-mail]