Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Primary Care in Cockermouth

As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will manage patients presenting with same-day and urgent clinical needs. You will work autonomously within a clearly defined scope of practice using your advanced clinical reasoning, diagnostic, and prescribing skills to deliver efficient, safe, and high-quality care under the professional supervision of our Chief Medical Officer (GP), with access to peer ANP and ACP networks for case discussion, reflective practice, and supervision. You’ll assess, diagnose, and manage undifferentiated presentations (largely acute minor illnesses), including identifying red flags and initiating appropriate treatment or referrals.

Main duties of the job

• Provide rapid access same-day and acute illness consultations (15-minute appointments).
• Assess, triage, and diagnose undifferentiated and complex presentations.
• Undertake advanced clinical assessment, including history-taking, examination, and diagnostic interpretation.
• Identify red flags and elevate or refer appropriately.
• Initiate and manage treatment, including prescribing and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Deliver evidence-based care aligned with NICE and local pathways.
• Provide safe follow-up, safety-netting, and patient education.
• Support and guide clinical colleagues, including First Contact Practitioners and nursing staff.

Evidence, Research, and Development

• Contribute to service development and quality improvement projects.
• Act as a clinical role model within the MDT, supporting professional development and reflective practice.
• Record activity and outcomes in line with reporting requirements.
• Support education and CPD supervision for multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Maintain and evidence an ongoing portfolio aligned with the HEE Four Pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Engage in continuous reflection, peer supervision, and CPD to sustain capability at an advanced level.

Leadership

• Model advanced practice and professional standards consistent with CQC Mythbuster 66 expectations.
• Contribute to quality improvement, audit, and clinical governance initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with PCNs and practices to develop safe same-day care pathways.
• Participate in incident reviews, learning events, and service development discussions.

Research

• Critically appraise evidence and apply it to clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to local quality improvement and service evaluation initiatives.
• Participate in audit cycles and share findings to improve patient outcomes.

Key skills and attributes

• You thrive when working under pressure and remain calm and composed in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• You communicate clearly and effectively, building strong relationships within internal teams, PCNs, and external stakeholders – both verbally and in writing.
• You are a natural people person and team player who enjoys motivating and supporting others to deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
• You take pride in running a tight ship, demonstrating strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proactive planning.
• You are tech-savvy, quickly learning new systems, policies, and programmes and using data confidently to inform decision-making and service improvements.
• You excel at problem-solving, applying logical thinking to overcome challenges and implement effective solutions.
• You are self-reflective and committed to continuous professional development, motivated to grow both your clinical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• You understand and adhere to legal, ethical, professional, and organisational policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• You have proficiency with MS Office and other IT tools, including HR databases and digital collaboration platforms.

Experience, knowledge and qualifications

• You’ll be a registered Nurse with the NMC.
• You’ll hold a Masters degree (MSc) in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent that meets the 4-pillar framework (clinical practice, leadership, education, research).
• You’ll have an Independent Prescribing (V300) qualification.
• You’ll be able to demonstrate proven experience of applying advanced clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills across a broad range of presentations in practice.
• You’ll have excellent communication, triage and consultation skills.
• You’ll be able to work independently while contributing to a wider MDT.
• You’ll have an up-to-date CPD portfolio demonstrating that you have knowledge of the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework and able to demonstrate your ability to operate at an advanced level practice.
• You’ll have experience working within or alongside a GP practice (desirable).

This role profile is not exhaustive and you may be directed to complete other tasks as required. These duties will always be reasonable and deemed within the expectations of your position.

General Terms (applicable to all Primary Care Physio posts)

• Ensure that your conduct does not fall below the standards detailed in Primary Care Physio's Code of Conduct.
• To safeguard Children and Adults and to act on any concerns to ensure that each situation is appropriately assessed and investigated.
• Adhere to all Primary Care Physio's policies and procedures.

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Independent Prescribing qualification (V300) must be active and valid.
• Demonstrated competence across the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice as defined by Health Education England: Clinical Practice, Leadership and Management, Education, Research.

Experience Essential

• You will be able to demonstrate proven experience of applying advanced clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills across a broad range of presentations in practice.
• You will have excellent communication, triage and consultation skills.
• You will be able to work independently while contributing to a wider MDT.
• You will have an up-to-date CPD portfolio demonstrating that you have knowledge of the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework and able to demonstrate your ability to operate at advanced level practice.

Desirable

• You will have experience working within or alongside a GP practice.

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.