About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our primary care team for 3 days per week.
This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician with strong autonomous practice skills to work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of both acute and chronic conditions.
Main duties of the job
The ANP will work independently and collaboratively to deliver a high standard of clinical care. Key responsibilities include:
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment/interventions for patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditionsManage acute presentations, minor illness, and long-term conditionsPrescribe medications in accordance with local and national guidelines (if qualified as an independent prescriber)Order and interpret investigations such as blood tests, imaging, and ECGsWork autonomously within scope of practice and professional guidelinesProvide health promotion, education, and preventative careContribute to practice development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiativesSupport and mentor junior staff where appropriateMaintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
About us
Oakwood Medical Centre is a medical centre situated in the heart of Barnton, Northwich (Cheshire), with approximately 9,000 patients across a mixed rural and urban community.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment, where clinicians are encouraged to work autonomously while feeling fully supported by colleagues.
Our team includes:
3 GP Partners & 1 Salaried GP1 ANP, 1 Practice Nurse and 1 TNAPractice PharmacistCare CoordinatorsExperienced administration teamShared roles across Northwich PCN, including Social Prescribers, Paramedics, and OTs
We are an active member of the Northwich Primary Care Network (PCN) and work closely with local providers to deliver innovative and integrated patient care.
As a practice, we are committed to service development and digital innovation, supporting the regional Digital & Data Strategy, including the introduction of clinician-facing decision tools and smarter ways of working.
We also collaborate with Cheshire & Merseyside Medicines Management teams to improve prescribing safety, consistency, and quality of care.
Oakwood Medical Centre operates a Total Triage model, and the successful candidate will be expected to work within this system.
We are passionate about staff development and progression, and we actively support clinicians to develop specialist interests aligned with practice priorities.
In addition, we offer a competitive holiday allowance and promote a healthy work-life balance.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
Deliver advanced clinical care in line with national competencies for ANPsWork within the NMC Code and local clinical governance frameworksParticipate in clinical audit, significant event analysis, and service improvementMaintain continued professional development and revalidation requirementsWork flexibly to meet service demand
Primary Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Practice
Provide advanced, autonomous clinical care including history taking, examination, diagnosis, and treatment planningManage patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex conditions across all age groupsDeliver care for both acute presentations and long-term conditionsPrescribe safely and effectively within scope of practice (if qualified as an Independent Prescriber)Request, interpret, and act upon diagnostic investigationsMake appropriate referrals to secondary care and other servicesUndertake home visits where appropriate
Clinical Leadership & Service Development
Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality, safe, and effective servicesSupport implementation of new clinical pathways and service improvementsParticipate in clinical governance, including audit and quality improvement initiativesAct as a clinical role model within the multidisciplinary teamContribute to the development of practice policies and protocols
Multidisciplinary Team Working
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and wider PCN teamsContribute to MDT meetings and care planning for complex patientsSupport integrated working across primary, community, and secondary care
Education & Mentorship
Support and mentor junior staff, students, or trainee ANPs where appropriateContribute to education within the practice teamMaintain own continuing professional development and revalidation
Patient Experience & Safety
Deliver patient-centred care that is responsive to individual needsPromote health education, self-care, and preventionMaintain accurate, clear, and contemporaneous clinical recordsEnsure compliance with safeguarding, infection control, and safety policies
Digital & Operational Working
Work effectively within a Total Triage modelUtilise digital consultation tools and clinical systems (e.g. EMIS/SystmOne)Support adoption of digital innovations within the practice and PCN
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Significant post-registration experience in primary care, urgent care, or similar setting Experience managing undifferentiated and complex patients Evidence of autonomous clinical decision-making Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of continued professional development Experience of QOF and clinical audit Experience of chronic disease management EMIS proficiency. Experience of working with the PCN DES, NICE, and ARRS framework.
Desirable
Experience working in general practice Experience in leadership, teaching, or mentoring roles Additional relevant clinical qualifications (e.g. minor illness/injury) Experience of medicines management Experience of ICB initiatives
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (V300)
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Ability to manage risk and clinical uncertainty Excellent communication and interpersonal skills IT literacy and experience using clinical systems
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Oakwood Medical Centre
Address Broadway
Barnton
Northwich
Cheshire
CW8 4LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oakwoodmedicalcentrebarnton.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)