Advanced Nurse Practitioner
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Christchurch, BH23 1PA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 20 Oct 2026 |
Summary
An 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 are autonomous in making decisions based on assessment, diagnosis and the interpretation of test results. They can independently prescribe appropriate medication, evaluate or refer to other specialists if necessary. Key responsibilities will include: Assess, manage and treat patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice. Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively. Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to guidance. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children. Please see the full description attached for further information.