Advanced Nurse Practitioner

ANPs operating in primary care have a wide range of skills, a broad knowledge base, and the ability to deliver specific aspects of care. At times these will need to be supplemented by the skills of specialist health care professionals in both primary and secondary care, and include use of a range of diagnostic and screening services. Collaboratively working with colleagues in the same area of practice, or refer to and share care with colleagues in more specialist areas.

The post holder will be an experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care, managing a range of acute and chronic conditions within their scope of practice. Working autonomously and collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, the ANP will assess, diagnose, treat, and refer patients as appropriate.

The Avenue Surgery is one of 10 practices that make up the Leigh Primary Care Network. Based in Leigh Health Centre. We have a list size of just under 5,000. We are a friendly team working harmoniously together to achieve the best possible care for our patients. Our team consists of: GP Partner, Salaried GP, ANP, Practice Nurse, HCA, Practice Manager, Office Manager, Receptionists and Administrative staff.

Qualifications

Essential: - Advanced Nurse Practitioner with Prescribing