Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Key Responsibilities Clinical Practice Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients presenting with acute, chronic and undifferentiated conditions. Undertake comprehensive history taking, physical examination and clinical assessment using advanced clinical skills. Diagnose, manage and appropriately refer patients presenting with illness, injury or long-term conditions. Prescribe safely, effectively and cost-effectively within scope of practice and current prescribing legislation. Request, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations including pathology and radiology results. Formulate differential diagnoses and evidence-based treatment plans. Manage patients independently, appropriately seeking clinical support where required. Undertake home visits for patients whose needs cannot be met within the practice setting. Recognise and respond appropriately to medical emergencies and safeguarding concerns. Provide holistic, patient-centred care that promotes shared decision-making and self-management. Deliver health promotion, disease prevention and lifestyle advice to improve patient outcomes. Support the management and review of patients with long-term conditions where appropriate. Refer patients efficiently to secondary care, community services and other agencies in accordance with local pathways. Professional Responsibilities Maintain professional registration and practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code. Work within national and local clinical guidelines, policies and protocols. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records using the practice clinical system. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times in accordance with GDPR and NHS standards. Demonstrate professional accountability and responsibility for clinical decision-making. Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development. Leadership and Service Development Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality clinical services. Support quality improvement initiatives, clinical audit and service evaluation activities. Participate in significant event reviews, learning events and clinical governance activities. Assist in the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols and pathways. Act as a role model and resource for colleagues, supporting education and clinical development within the practice. Multidisciplinary Working Work collaboratively with GPs, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Practitioners, Mental Health Practitioners and the wider multidisciplinary team. Contribute to effective care planning and integrated care delivery. Liaise effectively with secondary care providers, social care teams and community services. Support the delivery of safe, responsive and sustainable primary care services.