Job Description

Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)

Penzance, Cornwall

Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered

A well-established, forward-thinking GP training practice in Penzance is seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join its multidisciplinary clinical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled clinician who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive and progressive primary care environment. As an accredited training practice, the successful candidate will become part of a team committed to professional development, education, and the continuous improvement of patient services.

About the Practice

The practice serves a diverse patient population and prides itself on providing accessible, high-quality healthcare. As a recognised training practice, it plays an active role in supporting the development of future healthcare professionals, including GP Registrars, medical students, and other learners within primary care.

The clinical team includes GPs, Advanced Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists, and a dedicated administrative support team, all working collaboratively to deliver outstanding patient care.

The Role

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will work autonomously within their scope of practice, providing expert assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Diagnosing and managing acute and minor illness presentations.
• Prescribing independently where qualified to do so.
• Requesting and interpreting appropriate investigations.
• Developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Managing patients with long-term conditions.
• Providing health promotion and preventative care advice.
• Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting the education and development of trainees and junior colleagues where appropriate.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Registered Nurse status with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• MSc-level qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent.
• Independent Prescribing qualification.
• Significant experience working within primary care or urgent care settings.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage a varied clinical caseload.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.

What the Practice Offers

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• The opportunity to work within an established GP training practice.
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to contribute to service development and innovation.
• A beautiful coastal location in Penzance, offering an excellent work-life balance.