CK213140 - (Trainee) Advanced Nurse Practitioner

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Grampian is seeking a Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join their Acute Medicine team. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to improve patient outcomes while supporting senior medical staff. Ideal candidates will have a BSc and relevant clinical experience, with training opportunities available in advanced procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-registration clinical experience, particularly in Acute Medicine.
• Hands-on clinical nursing with training in procedures like lumbar punctures and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Independent Non-medical Prescribing qualification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support senior medical staff to ensure continuity and efficiency in service delivery.
• Contribute to improving patient outcomes during their hospital stay.
• Engage in hands-on clinical nursing and training.

Skills

Team player

Interest in audit

Medicines management

Service redesign

Education

BSc in Advanced Practice

PgCert or PgDip in Advanced Practice

Job description

CK213140 - (Trainee) Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Role Overview

Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Trainee ANP)

Location: Unscheduled Care, ARI

Band 6 - 18.76 hours per week - Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Acute Medicine of Unscheduled Care for a qualified registered Band 6 Advanced Nurse Practitioner Trainee to join our innovative, friendly, and supportive nursing and medical teams. We seek a team player eager to contribute to the success of Acute Medicine and improve patient outcomes by enhancing their hospital stay. The role involves supporting senior medical staff to ensure continuity and efficiency in service delivery.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc and PgCert or PgDip in Advanced Practice. While an Independent Non-medical Prescribing (INMP) qualification is not mandatory, we plan to support the successful candidate through relevant courses and studies up to the PgDip level based on regular reviews. A minimum of 5 years post-registration clinical experience, particularly within Acute Medicine, is required. The role involves hands-on clinical nursing, with training provided in procedures such as lumbar punctures, arterial blood gas analysis, virtual assessments, and more. An interest in audit, medicines management, service redesign, and expansion is essential.

For questions, contact:

• Veronika Chmelikova (Lead ANP) - [e-mail]
• Samantha Maclennan (Senior ANP) - [e-mail]

Interviews are scheduled for 3rd June 2025.

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information

Applicants should complete the application process via Jobtrain. CV uploads are not accepted for shortlisting. The closing date is midnight on the specified date, with potential early closure due to application volume. For assistance, refer to the provided support links and ensure accurate email entry.

Note: If within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, applicants are responsible for associated costs.

About NHS Grampian

NHS Grampian serves over 500,000 residents across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, striving to foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment aligned with NHS and Social Care values.