Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Reference

PRI99952

Location

Elm Park, Station Road, Ardleigh, Colchester, CO7 7RT

Priory Group Division

Healthcare

Salary

DOE

Hours

37.5

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Advert - Division Information

The role provides a great opportunity for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to advance his/her career in developing further clinical skills in both mental and physical health as well as prescribing medication, while working with a highly motivated and dynamic team of Consultant Psychiatrists, Neuropsychologist, Occupational therapist, Physiotherapist, SALT and other multidisciplinary team members. There is opportunity and expectation to join a weekly medical meeting/teaching and participate in quality improvement and clinical governance activities. There is also a potential opportunity to enrol in training for further development. 
The Role of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner includes but is not limited to: 
• Assessment of admissions and contribution to care planning 
• Deliver physical health care, conduct relevant investigations and treatments and respond to emergencies
• Prescribe medication within their competencies
• On call cover 
• Good record keeping including preparation of reports (discharge summaries, CPA reports, referrals)
• Daily emergency medical rota, seclusion and enhanced care reviews
• Prioritise preventative healthcare to improve outcome
• Participate in quality improvement activities including teaching 

The successful candidate should have the following attributes:
• Registered Nurse Qualification (RMN or RGN) with a Valid NMC PIN
• Nurse prescriber, or working toward achieving this 
• Experience in physical health or general nursing would be an advantage 
• To be a team player and responsive to service needs
• To be self-aware, seeking support and advice when required
• Good listening and rapport building ability
• To be able to organise and prioritise own time

Experience in a neuro/stroke rehabilitation is preferable but not essential

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory Group will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Closing Date

30/04/2025