Cambridge & Royston Area
Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) – Independent Prescriber Cambridge-Based Practice ( 4 Days per Week )
Granta Medical Practices is seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our friendly, forward-thinking and supportive team. This role will be based across two of our sites in Royston and Sawston.
We are looking for a highly skilled clinician with Independent Prescribing qualification and substantial experience in minor illness and acute care management within a primary care setting.
Working Pattern:
· Monday: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Royston)
· Tuesday: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Royston)
· Wednesday: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Royston)
· Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Sawston)
Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.
You will work as part of our multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients requiring same-day and urgent assessment. The role involves autonomous clinical practice including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, and referral where appropriate.
We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic clinician who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is committed to delivering excellent patient care.
Job Description
Job Title: Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Location: Royston & Sawston Reporting To: Clinical Lead Hours: 38 hours per week
Job Purpose
To provide autonomous, high-quality, evidence-based clinical care to patients presenting with acute, minor illness, and urgent medical needs. The post holder will work as part of the on-the-day duty team and within the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and responsive patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Practice
· Undertake autonomous assessment of patients presenting with acute and minor illness.
· Perform comprehensive history taking and physical examinations.
· Diagnose, treat, and manage patients within own scope of competence.
· Independently prescribe in accordance with current legislation and best practice.
· Order, interpret, and act upon appropriate diagnostic investigations.
· Refer patients appropriately to GPs, secondary care, or allied health professionals.
· Safely discharge patients with clear safety-netting advice.
· Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records.
Professional Responsibilities
· Practice in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) Code.
· Work within agreed practice protocols and clinical governance frameworks.
· Maintain professional registration and mandatory training requirements.
· Demonstrate ongoing commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
· Participate in clinical audit, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Team Working
· Contribute to effective multidisciplinary team working.
· Support colleagues and act as a clinical role model where appropriate.
· Participate in practice meetings and relevant clinical forums.
· Contribute to service development in line with organisational strategy.
Person Specification
Essential
· First Level Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration.
· MSc (or equivalent) in Advanced Clinical Practice.
· Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification.
· Significant experience in primary care.
· Demonstrable experience managing minor illness and acute presentations.
· Ability to work autonomously within defined scope of practice.
· Evidence of ongoing CPD.
· Excellent communication and clinical decision-making skills.
Desirable
· Experience working within a GP on-the-day/duty team model.
· Experience using primary care clinical systems.
· Participation in audit or quality improvement work.
Personal Attributes
· Flexible and adaptable.
· Enthusiastic and proactive.
· Strong team player.
· Committed to high standards of patient care.
· Calm and effective under pressure.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- MSc or equivalent (preferred)
- NMC Registration (required)
- Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
