Job Description: Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Position Title: Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Reports To: Practice Manager Location: Brighton Job Overview: An Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of medical conditions. Working autonomously or as part of a multidisciplinary team, the ANP utilizes advanced clinical skills, knowledge, and evidence-based practices to manage patient care, promote health, and provide education. This role requires advanced clinical judgment, decision-making, and leadership in providing healthcare services to patients across a variety of settings. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Care: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients, including physical examinations, history taking, and diagnostic testing. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, prescribing medications and other interventions as necessary. Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, imaging, and other assessments. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on evidence-based guidelines and patient needs. Provide continuity of care, offering follow-up consultations and adjusting treatment plans as required. Perform minor procedures within the scope of practice, such as wound care, suturing, and joint injections (if applicable). Patient Education & Support: Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies. Counsel patients on preventative health, lifestyle modifications, and wellness practices. Provide emotional and psychological support to patients, addressing their concerns and promoting mental health as part of holistic care. Collaboration & Teamwork: Work in collaboration with physicians, specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care. Participate in case discussions, clinical rounds, and multidisciplinary team meetings. Provide mentorship and support to junior staff, including nursing staff and students. Leadership & Management: Take a leadership role in managing and improving clinical services, ensuring high standards of care. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development projects. Contribute to the development of clinical protocols, guidelines, and policies. Professional Development: Maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and expertise through ongoing professional development, attending courses, workshops, and conferences. Participate in clinical supervision and performance appraisal processes. Regulatory and Administrative: Ensure that all care is delivered in compliance with relevant healthcare regulations, policies, and ethical guidelines. Complete documentation accurately and promptly in patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations. Contribute to the development of policies and procedures within the practice or healthcare facility. Qualifications & Skills: Essential: Registered Nurse with a current license to practice. Master’s degree in Advanced Practice Nursing, or equivalent advanced clinical qualification. Advanced clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Prescribing qualification (Independent Prescriber or ability to work under a prescribing framework). Significant experience (typically 3 years) in a clinical nursing role, with a focus on [ primary care]. Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload of patients. Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Excellent clinical decision-making abilities and problem-solving skills