Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Job summary Our successful, high achieving and innovative Advanced Practitioner Led Surgery is offering you the opportunity to work with us. We are looking for an experienced Advanced Practitioner/ Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join us working in general practice as part of our dedicated clinical team along with friendly and supportive nursing and administrative staff. Main duties of the job The post holder is an experienced ANP/ACP 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. The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision‑making process. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. Job responsibilities Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs; proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long‑term condition (as appropriate) Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug‑ and non‑drug‑based treatment methods into a management plan Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence‑based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments; provide information and advice on prescribed or over‑the‑counter medication, regimens, side‑effects and interactions Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self‑care Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health; implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate Promote and deliver evidence‑based care for patients presenting with aural conditions About us About us Dual ANP‑GP Partnership. Friendly multi‑disciplinary practice team working cohesively to deliver high quality services. Winner of CCG practice of the year 2018 Consistent high achievement of clinical indicators. High patient satisfaction rates. Dedicated to high quality patient care. Excellent clinical, managerial and administrative support. Training Practice Details Date posted: 11 December 2025 Pay scheme: Other Salary: Depending on experience Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Flexible working Reference number: A2032-25-0004 Job locations: 4 – 12 Westleigh Lane, Westleigh, Leigh, WN7 5JE The Surgery 429 Warrington Road, Abram, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 5XB Person Specification Qualifications – Essential Registered first level nurse/ Allied Health Care Professional MSc in Advanced practice/Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent Relevant health care degree. Independent prescribing qualification. Qualifications – Desirable RCN Credentialling Advanced Level Nurse Practitioner (applicable Nurse Only) Experience – Essential Working autonomously in an advanced role. Experience of working within General Practice. Assess and manage children, including infants. Assessment of general acute medical conditions. Telephone Consultation/Remote Working via digital platform e.g Ask My GP. Management of patients with complex needs. Clinical examination skills. 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 Westleigh Medical Practice 4 – 12 Westleigh Lane, Westleigh, Leigh, WN7 5JE Employer's website: https://www.westleighmedicalcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr