Advanced Nurse Practitioner

A well-established and forward-thinking healthcare provider in Swindon is looking to recruit an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join its growing multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and autonomous clinician who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and progressive environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing service delivery, improving patient outcomes, and supporting the ongoing development of clinical practice within the organisation.

The Role

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will work both independently and collaboratively to provide advanced clinical care to patients across a broad spectrum of health needs. This includes the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute presentations, as well as ongoing care for patients with long-term conditions. The ANP will be confident in making autonomous clinical decisions, managing risk effectively, and ensuring that care is delivered in line with current best practice guidelines. The role also involves active participation in clinical governance, service improvement initiatives, and mentoring of junior staff where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced, holistic clinical assessment and diagnosis
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions
• Independently prescribe medication in line with qualifications and local protocols
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic investigations
• Manage a diverse patient caseload, including complex presentations
• Provide health education, promotion, and preventative care advice
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals
• Contribute to clinical audits, governance, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support the training and development of junior clinical staff

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent qualification)
• Independent Non-Medical Prescriber
• Significant post-registration clinical experience
• Proven ability to work autonomously in a clinical setting
• Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical decision making skills

Desirable Experience

• Background in primary care, urgent care, or community healthcare
• Experience managing minor illness and/or minor injuries
• Previous involvement in leadership, supervision, or mentoring
• Familiarity with local healthcare pathways and systems

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible working arrangements to support work life balance
• Opportunities for continued professional development and funded training
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to be part of a service that values innovation and continuous improvement