Job summary The Advanced Nurse Practitioner(ANP) has been assessed as competent in practice using their expert clinical knowledge and skills. They have the freedom and authority to act and make autonomous decisions in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. The ANP provides an opportunity for patients to avoid the need to be referred to a GP, thereby enabling them to receive timely care and negate unnecessary delay in receiving treatment. ANPs in primary care can develop close, long-term relationships with their patients and work in partnership with them to achieve optimum health. They are autonomous in making decisions based on assessment, diagnosis and interpretation of test results. They can independently prescribe appropriate medication, evaluate or refer to other specialists if necessary. Main duties of the job Responsibilities of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner. (not exhaustive). Implement health promotion and wellbeing programmes Manage patients presenting with acute or chronic medical conditions Evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease patients Identify and manage patients at risk of developing long- term conditions Provide advanced care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence Request, process and interpret pathology services and other tests as necessary Deliver patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with legislation Ensure coding is used effectively Maintain chronic disease register Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately Support the team with clinical emergencies Recognise, assess, refer patients presenting with mental health needs Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with local and regional guidance Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately, ensuring safe practice (within the scope of practice) Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters in accordance with policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate About us Located in leafy Surrey, we are a medium-sized GP practice with a patient list of 8,500. Our dedicated team includes 3 Partners 2 Salaried GPs An Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) A nursing team, phlebotomists, and a GPA Our experienced clerical team is hardworking, supportive, and committed to delivering excellent patient care. As a training practice, we encourage learning and career development. Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4569-25-0002 Job locations 69 Pemberton Road East Molesey Surrey KT8 9LJ Job description Job responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities already detailed, the Advanced Nurse Practitioner may be requested to: Act as the audit lead, effectively utilising the audit cycle Act as the IPC lead for the practice, ensuring compliance, undertaking audit as necessary Monitor and ensure the safe storage, rotation and disposal of medicaments Undertake overall management of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, acting as a mentor to students and newly qualified staff Maintain an effective nursing staff rota ensuring all clinics are staffed appropriately Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation Develop an area of specialist interest, taking the lead within the organisation Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e., root cause analysis (RCA) Drive the development of nursing services within the organisation, liaising with external agencies and professional organisations as required Develop practice administrative and clinical protocols in line with the needs of the patient and current legislation Job description Job responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities already detailed, the Advanced Nurse Practitioner may be requested to: Act as the audit lead, effectively utilising the audit cycle Act as the IPC lead for the practice, ensuring compliance, undertaking audit as necessary Monitor and ensure the safe storage, rotation and disposal of medicaments Undertake overall management of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, acting as a mentor to students and newly qualified staff Maintain an effective nursing staff rota ensuring all clinics are staffed appropriately Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation Develop an area of specialist interest, taking the lead within the organisation Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e., root cause analysis (RCA) Drive the development of nursing services within the organisation, liaising with external agencies and professional organisations as required Develop practice administrative and clinical protocols in line with the needs of the patient and current legislation Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council Masters degree required for qualification or Post graduate diploma or degree for Advanced Practice Qualification Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber on the NMC register Meets the standards for registered ANP working at advanced level Minor illness qualification Desirable Qualified triage nurse Teaching qualification ALS and PALS Experience Essential Experience of practice within the four pillars Job plan that demonstrates advanced nursing practice and has equity with peers working at this level Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews Experience of working in a primary care environment Desirable Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council Masters degree required for qualification or Post graduate diploma or degree for Advanced Practice Qualification Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber on the NMC register Meets the standards for registered ANP working at advanced level Minor illness qualification Desirable Qualified triage nurse Teaching qualification ALS and PALS Experience Essential Experience of practice within the four pillars Job plan that demonstrates advanced nursing practice and has equity with peers working at this level Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews Experience of working in a primary care environment Desirable Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Vine Medical Centre Address 69 Pemberton Road East Molesey Surrey KT8 9LJ Employer's website https://www.vinemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)