SM211631 - Advanced Nurse Practitioner

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity within a dynamic surgical department awaits an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. This role offers a unique chance to deepen your expertise in acute abdominal care while working alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team. You will engage in hands-on experiences, including managing complex surgical conditions and contributing to patient pathways. The position emphasizes collaboration, education, and professional development, making it ideal for those seeking to enhance their clinical skills in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Advanced Nurse Practitioner role is essential.
• Strong commitment to patient wellbeing and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage a variety of acute surgical conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Advanced Clinical Practice

Patient Assessment

Surgical Care

Team Collaboration

Emergency Management

Education

PgDip in Advanced Clinical Practice

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Grampian is offering an exciting 12 month secondment opportunity within the General Surgery Department at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, providing an excellent learning environment for those looking to deepen their expertise in acute abdominal care.

The role presents a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced setting where you will be directly involved in the assessment, diagnosis and management of a wide range of acute abdominal conditions. As part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, you will gain hands-on experience across multiple patient pathways, including the unscheduled and scheduled pathways, Surgical High Dependency Unit (SHDU), and Surgical Ambulatory Care (SAC) with strong focus on abdominal surgical cases.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high quality patient care, utilising advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose and manage a variety of complex and interesting surgical conditions. The position requires a strong commitment to patient wellbeing and the ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.

During your secondment, you will:

• Develop your skills in the assessment, diagnosis and management of a wide variety of acute surgical conditions advancing both your clinical knowledge and hands-on-expertise.
• Grow a high level of knowledge in managing abdominal emergencies.
• Develop and refine your skills in HDU care, providing critical support to patients with complex needs. Including trauma cases, gastrointestinal issues, and post-operative abdominal cases.
• Be offered the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procedures such as acute abscess drainage, sutures and drain management.
• Contribute to a team that values collaboration, education, and continuous professional development.

This opportunity is ideal for an ANP who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting and is looking for an environment that will enhance your knowledge and clinical practice. You will also have the opportunity to maintain and develop your advanced clinical skills whilst supporting others in the team.

As part of a well-established, multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care across various patient pathways

The successful candidate will:

• Work alongside an Advanced Nurse practitioner, Foundation Year Doctors and Physician Associates.
• Work collaboratively with the General Surgery Registrars and Consultant Surgeons as well as other Specialist Consultants and General Practitioners (GP’s).
  

If you hold a PgDip in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent) and have experience working in an ANP role, this secondment position offers an exciting opportunity to further your career and make a significant impact on patient care. With flexible working hours over a 5 days and occasional weekend shifts, you will have the chance to develop your expertise whilst contributing to a supportive and forward thinking team.

If this is a post you are interested in and would like an informal chat, please contact Linda Carmichael, Nurse Manager, Surgery 2 on 01224 553892 or [e-mail]. Enquiries and visits to the department are very welcome.

Interview Date: T.B.C