Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
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Salary: | Not specified |
Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
Location: | Guildford, GU5 9DR |
Company: | NHS Jobs |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | A1792-25-0000 |
Summary
Key Responsibilities: Clinical Care: Provide care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions. Undertake clinical assessments, initiate investigations, diagnose, and formulate management plans. Prescribe medications within the scope of professional practice. Refer patients to appropriate secondary or specialist services when needed. Perform clinical procedures within the scope of practice (e.g., wound care, joint injections, cervical smears, etc.). Lead chronic disease clinics (e.g., asthma, diabetes, hypertension). Autonomous Practice: Manage a caseload of patients independently, with access to GP support as needed. Recognise and act upon red flag symptoms and signs of serious pathology. Maintain accurate, timely, and legible clinical records. Collaborative Working: Work closely with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other multidisciplinary team members. Participate in practice meetings, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives. Support triage and patient flow during high-demand periods. Development: Contribute to clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding procedures. Participate in ongoing professional development and appraisal processes. Health Promotion and Education: Provide education and advice on lifestyle, prevention, and self-care. Participate in patient engagement initiatives and local health campaigns.