We are currently advertising for Practice Nurse jobs in Manchester UK to join our team in a full-time capacity. The Practice Nurse will have the role of providing a diverse range of nursing care to the patients within the Greater Manchester Area. This will involve patients of all ages. This individual will practice independently, safely, ethically, and legally within the scope of the Practicing Nurse Prescriber, prescribing medications, and also other therapies according to best practices.
Job Description
The role requires liaising with other healthcare professionals, providing advice and education to other healthcare professionals and patients, and also ensuring accurate documentation is kept on file. A valid nursing license, certification as a Nurse Prescriber, and current BLS certification are mandatory for this position.
Responsibilities
– Monitor and oversee the health of patients
– Prescribe medication to patients
– Provide patient education
– Collaborate with other healthcare professionals
– Maintain patient records
– Participate in research studies
– Uphold ethical standards
Qualifications for a Nurse Prescriber job in Manchester
To register and practice as a practice nurse in the United Kingdom, you must first meet the following qualifications:
-Firstly, you must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
-Secondly, you must have completed a recognized prescribing qualification.
-Thirdly, you must have at least two years of post-registration experience as a nurse.
-Fourthly, you must be able to demonstrate competence in prescribing.
Skills and experience required for a Nurse Prescriber job
Medical knowledge and clinical skills
Knowledge of pharmacology and medications
Ability to assess and interpret patients’ conditions
Ability to document patient care and medications accurately
Strong communication skills
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Time management and organizational skills
Ability to provide patient education
Understanding of relevant legal and ethical issues
Authorization to prescribe medications
Benefits
We offer competitive rates of £35 to £60 per hour (all inclusive of holiday pay) for our Healthcare Assistants.
We have exclusive, weekly access to shifts across the UK and you can pick up jobs a day before – or even up to 12 months in advance!
There are no minimum shift requirements, and whatever your question is, our friendly team is here to support you. Plus, registering with us is fast and easy too!
Employment Requirement
Type of Employment: Full Time
Working Hours : 40 hours per week
Hiring Company
To be considered for our current recruitment round, please apply through our website link or submit your application to If we accept your application, we’ll be in touch to schedule an interview. We look forward to hearing from you.
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How to become a nurse practitioner in the UK
In the United Kingdom, nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice nurses who have undergone additional training to be able to prescribe medication and order diagnostic tests. NPs are registered nurses (RNs) who have completed a master’s degree or postgraduate diploma in nursing.
NPs play an important role in the UK healthcare system, providing high-quality, patient-centered care. If you are a registered nurse who is interested in becoming an NP, there are a few things you need to do.
Firstly, you will need to complete a master’s degree or postgraduate diploma in nursing. This will give you the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to be an NP. Once you have completed your NP training, you will need to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The
NMC is the regulatory body for nurses and midwives in the UK and ensures that all healthcare professionals have the necessary qualifications and skills to provide safe and effective care.
Secondly, in order to register as an NP with the NMC, you will need to provide evidence of your qualifications, complete an application form, and pay a registration fee. You will also need to demonstrate that you have met the NMC’s requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) and revalidation.
Thirdly, as an NP, you will be able to work independently and prescribe medications under your own authority. You may also be able to work in a range of settings, including hospitals, GP practices, care homes, and community health services.
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We are currently looking for an experienced candidate to fill our GP Nurse job in Manchester to join our team in a full-time capacity. A GP nurse will have the role of providing a diverse range of nursing care to patients within the Greater Manchester Area. This will involve patients of all ages. This individual will practice independently, safely, ethically, and legally within the scope of the Practicing Nurse Prescriber, prescribing medications, and also other therapies according to best practices.
Job Description
The role requires liaising with other healthcare professionals, providing advice and education to other healthcare professionals and patients, and also ensuring accurate documentation is kept on file. A valid nursing license, certification as a GP nurse.
Responsibilities
– Performing initial assessments like medical histories of patients
– Managing chronic and acute illnesses
– Provide medical advice to patients with any health-related issues
– Administer vaccines and immunizations to patients
– Maintain patient records
– Participate in research studies
– Uphold ethical standards
Qualifications for a Nurse Prescriber job in Manchester
To register and practice as a general practice nurse in the United Kingdom, you must first meet the following qualifications:
-Firstly, you must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
-Secondly, you must have completed a recognized prescribing qualification.
-Thirdly, you must have at least two years of post-registration experience as a nurse.
-Fourthly, you must be able to demonstrate competence in prescribing.
Skills and experience required for a Nurse Prescriber job
Medical knowledge and clinical skills
Knowledge of pharmacology and medications
Ability to assess and interpret patients’ conditions
Ability to document patient care and medications accurately
Strong communication skills
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Time management and organizational skills
Ability to provide patient education
Understanding of relevant legal and ethical issues
Authorization to prescribe medications
Benefits
We offer competitive rates of £35 to £60 per hour (all inclusive of holiday pay) for our Healthcare Assistants.
We have exclusive, weekly access to shifts across the UK and you can pick up jobs a day before – or even up to 12 months in advance!
There are no minimum shift requirements, and whatever your question is, our friendly team is here to support you. Plus, registering with us is fast and easy too!
Employment Requirement
Type of Employment: Full Time
Working Hours : 40 hours per week
Hiring Company
To be considered for our current recruitment round, please apply through our website link or submit your application to If we accept your application, we’ll be in touch to schedule an interview. We look forward to hearing from you.
Related information
Why become a practice nurse?
Practice nursing can be a highly rewarding and satisfying career choice for many reasons. Some of the common motivations for becoming a practice nurse in the UK include job satisfaction, career progression, variety of tasks, flexibility, and job security.
Practice nurses work with patients of all ages and also provide a wide range of services, including health assessments, wound care, mental health support, and more. Also, as the demand for healthcare services continues to grow, the need for practice nurses is expected to increase, making it a stable and secure career choice.
Incase you are looking for other GP Nurse job in Manchester, do click here to find other suitable nursing jobs from our website or from the Indeed jobs website.
We are looking for an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to work in a Walk-in Centre in the Manchester
The shifts will run from day to day and you are able to pick and choose at your discretion, we are receiving shifts covering 24 hours 7 days per week.
The Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) will be accountable for their own practice including the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge or referral of patients, independent of medical intervention, who attend the Walk-in-Centre with minor injuries or illness. You are also responsible for all the relevant updates/training that is required for this role.
You will be expected to undertake tasks as delegated by the unit manager, which is to support collaborative working in the development of a clinically excellent patient-centred service
An Ideal candidate will be
• Be extremely adaptable, competent and motivated in caring for patients
• Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an ANP
• Suitable qualifications and have a live NMC membership as an ANP
• You must be able to prescribe
• Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients presenting with a minor injury and minor medical conditions
Benefits Include:
• Excellent and weekly on time pay
• Lucrative weekday and weekend pay rates
• Opportunities to work local and nationwide with a frame worked approved agency
Please contact us today to find out more.
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What is Advanced Nurse Practitioner:
Advanced Nurse practitioners are one type of advanced practice registered nurse. They may serve their patients as primary care providers, and day-to-day duties are very similar to those of doctors in their field or speciality. The role of an Advanced Nurse Practitioner is valued within the NHS as they can work autonomously within many different primary and secondary care settings.
Advanced Nurse Practitioner Salary:
The salary of an Advanced Nurse Practitioner varies depending upon the following; Hours worked, experience, Education, how eager the organisation are in your skills, references, reputation, location, the list goes on…
Locum Meds have years of experience in accurately determining your pay rate, give us a call today to discuss either what you should be getting paid or what you should be paying a prospective or current employee.
Advanced Nurse Practitioner Job Description:
The content of this job description is designed to be inclusive of a broad range of tasks which may be performed by an advanced practice nurse. Practices should take note that they should seek guidance from their medical defence organisation about the responsibilities which can be delegated to an advanced practice registered nurse at this grade for which the defence organisation will provide cover. The job description should then be edited accordingly and full training and assessment of competence undertaken and documented with the staff member.
This post is written to be an equivalent for Agenda for Change (AFC) Band 8. Duties will vary from practice to practice and this is a guide only. Practice accountability structures will also vary.
Scope Of Advanced Registered Nurse Job:
The advanced practice nurse will be an experienced nurse who holds an appropriate, specific, advanced professional qualification which meets NMC requirements for high-level practice.
The ANP will work with the practice team to provide high-quality care which meets the needs of the practice’s patient population.
Working within defined professional boundaries, they will be able to make safe clinical decisions relating to assessment, diagnosis, treatment and review. The ANP will demonstrate critical thinking ability.
The advanced practice nurse will function as an integral part of the clinical leadership team in the practice, providing advice and guidance to the nursing team to ensure they deliver care based on the needs of the practice’s population.
NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met.
Key Relationships/Contacts
Internal:
Lead Practice Nurse
Practice Nursing Team and Healthcare Assistants
GPs
Doctors in Training
Practice Manager/Office Manager
Administration Team
Secretarial Team
External:
Patients, carers and relatives
Practice suppliers (equipment, supplies and services)
Key responsibilities of Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Practice
Assess/examine patients, diagnose, plan, treat and review/evaluate. Assessment may be face-to-face by appointment or by telephone as part of a triage/unscheduled care team and will include patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
Diagnose and manage patients presenting with both acute and chronic conditions based on a management plan which includes a medication plan and other interventions.
Identify health priorities and make timely and appropriate interventions to support patients presenting in an emergency and/or with complex/urgent needs.
Assess and manage patients’ physiological and psychological needs, including patients with complex needs, multiple diagnoses and polypharmacy.
Identify patients at risk of developing a chronic illness and develop a plan for minimising the risk of worsening.
Advise and educate patients, promoting understanding, self-management, healthy lifestyle choices and sources of support and compliance with a treatment plan and medication.
In line with competence and agreed protocols, prescribe medication, review its effectiveness and make appropriate adjustments to treatment, ensuring patient understanding of medication side-effects and interactions, including over-the-counter medication.
Ensure the health needs of all patients presenting to the nursing team are met in a clinically appropriate way and by the team member best qualified to meet their needs.
Ensure the nursing team meets the clinical needs of patients presenting with routine and emergency needs and conditions or who require advice and support including chronic disease management, family planning, vaccination and immunisations, health promotion/lifestyle advice, wound care, venepuncture etc.
Ensure that all patients who may be vulnerable or who have mental health needs are appropriately managed and protected by the nursing team.
Communication
Advise patients about therole, its extent and limits.
Advise patients appropriately and refer to if they require the services of a GP or other clinical team member.
Communicate effectively, promptly and appropriately with patients and team members.
Provide links to additional information/guidance/support for both colleagues and patients/carers including onward referral where required.
Modify method of communication with patients to suit the situation, recognise problems/barriers take action and seek help at an early stage when they arise.
Communicate risk to patients and ensure proper consent gained where appropriate.
Act as an advocate for patients or colleagues who need assistance and representation.
Establish and maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders/organisations/individuals.
Contribute to practice and nursing team meetings.
Quality And Learning
Provide services to the practice’s patient population to the highest possible standard.
Comply with NMC Code of Conduct and keep registration up to date, documented and checked in the practice on an annual basis.
Provide care that is evidence-based, working to agreed and established clinical guidelines and supporting others to do the same.
Work to agreed standards, monitor and maintain the standard of care offered.
Take action if standards are not met (self or others)
Manage own and others’ workload to maintain priorities and service level.
Undertake training needed to ensure competencies for delivering all responsibilities and ensure nursing colleagues are supported in doing the same.
Lead and contribute to clinical governance activities/clinical audit to ensure continual improvement of service delivery and assessment of the impact of changes in patient care.
Lead and contribute to complaints responses/reviews, significant event, peer review and other shared learning activities
Identify opportunities for shared learning.
Ensure learning from outside educational events is effectively cascaded to the team and resultant changes to practice implemented.
Support and mentor staff in training, assess against standards
Support the performance and development of team members including giving and receiving effective feedback.
Lead and contribute to in-house training events based on learning needs analysis and Practice Learning Plan.
Take responsibility for own development including maintenance of a Personal Development Plan and record of learning, clinical supervision, staff appraisals, giving and receiving feedback.
Challenge underperformance or poor skills/inappropriate actions and implement performance management of team members in consultation with management team and GPs.
Undertake regular mandatory training and ensure the competence of nursing team colleagues (child protection, vulnerable adults, basic life support, moving and handling etc).
Advanced Nurse Practitioner Specialties
The Advanced Practice Nurse will:
Behave as a positive role model and set standards for the nursing team.
Lead the planning process for the nursing team, including setting goals and monitoring achievements/outcomes.
Introduce, review and update clinical guidelines and protocols in accordance with the latest evidence base.
Critically evaluate new developments or service delivery models and contribute to leading their incorporation in the practice to enhance care, applying good change management techniques, including participation in commissioning processes.
Critically evaluate skill mix, workload and practice service delivery needs to contribute to the practice’s learning plan and recruitment plan.
Lead the nursing team by balancing the needs of individuals, the team and the practice, effectively managing conflict or differing needs and priorities.
Delegate appropriately and effectively, monitoring performance and offering guidance and support, including ensuring and maintaining individuals’ competence.
Risk Management/Health And Safety Of Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Ensure the practice’s Health and Safety Policy is up-to-date and contribute to its implementation by:
Implementing regular risk assessment to identify hazards, minimise risk and identify and apply control measures.
Establishing and maintaining reporting pathways for identified risks and taking action to minimise these risks in relation to self and others in the practice.
Ensuring all policies comply with national guidelines and managing/ensuring/monitoring their implementation including infection control, decontamination, cold chain, clinical waste and sharps disposal, COSHH, spills etc.
Ensuring safe receipt, storage, rotation and disposal of drugs and vaccines.
Ensuring compliance with recording, storage and disposal requirements in relation to controlled drugs and that the practice’s policy is regularly reviewed and updated and adherence checked.
Ensuring all team members attend regular, relevant and mandatory health and safety training
Records And Information
Make accurate and contemporaneous records of all patient encounters in accordance with practice records protocols and coding protocols, ensuring standards are set and team members meet the standard.
Ensure data is recorded so that patient care is enhanced (eg coding, reminders) and so that it can be retrieved in a meaningful way to help manage patient care and help with data analysis.
Establish and monitor systems to accurately label and document patient samples and submit for collection and analysis
Provide data and data analysis for nursing, GP and management teams as required for service planning and improvement.
Contribute to nursing team record keeping (clinical, administrative, Health and Safety related records).
Maintain own and team’s skills in using patient appointment system.
Managing Resources Of Advanced Nurse Practitioner
The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will contribute towards effective resource management in the practice by:
Working with the management team and within budget, regularly reviewing equipment needs including identifying a need for replacements and introduction of new technologies.
Working with the management team, contributing to managing the nursing skill mix within the available budget.
Supporting the nursing team in ensuring that good stock control measures are in place and equipment is ordered and used in an economical manner, within available budgets.
Working with the management team, ensuring adequate provision of patient access to nursing team services within availability standards.
Confidentiality
In the course of their duties, the advanced practice nurse will have access to confidential information relating to patients, their carers and relatives and colleagues within and outside the practice. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business. All such information from any source whatsoever will be treated as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, their carers and relatives and colleagues within and outside the practice and in relation to the practice as a business will only be shared in accordance with the practice’s Confidentiality Policy, the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act and in such a way that personal and sensitive patient-identifiable data is protected.
Equality And Diversity
The advanced practice nurse will comply with the practice’s Equality and Diversity Policy, including:
Recognising the rights of patients, carers, relatives and colleagues and respecting their needs, beliefs, privacy and dignity.
Not discriminating against patients, carers, relatives or colleagues on the grounds of any of the protected characteristics in the Equality Act 2010 (or its amendments or later legislation).
Supporting the nursing team in an application of the practice’s Equality and Diversity Policy, including taking action if the discriminatory practice of any kind is identified.
Ensuring equity of access to services and equity of delivery of services to minority, marginalised or disadvantaged groups.
Supporting those who need advocacy to exercise their rights.
Respecting the rights of patients to accept or refuse treatment or a care provider.
Other Duties Of Advanced Nurse Practitioner
The advanced practice nurse may, from time-to-time, be asked to undertake other reasonable duties, with appropriate training. It is important that all members of staff are prepared to undertake additional or relinquish current duties to maintain service delivery to patients. It is expected that requests from the Partners will not be unreasonably refused.
Advanced Nurse practitioner Programmes:
Advanced Nurse Practitioner programmes can be found in the following links:
Online Nurse Practitioner Courses can be carried out, these are very far in between and recommend that you go with a qualification that is hands-on and practical.
Locum Meds also recommend that you choose a course which has the V300 Independent Prescribing qualification (Independent and Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing) incorporated within the course, or you can study this qualification alongside Nurse Practitioner qualifications, make sure you achieve a V300 Independent Prescribing qualification as this will determine your prescribing rights as shown on the NMC website for each individual nurse.
Advanced Nurse Practitioner work in a variety of environments
Hospitals, acute care or ambulatory care settings
Outpatient settings
Long-term care facilities and nursing homes
Private homes providing health care services
Hospice and palliative care services
Government and community health agencies
Universities and research agencies
Healthcare or health industry businesses
Private practice
How to become a certified advanced nurse practitioner:
An Advanced Nurse Practitioner is a registered nurse (RN) who has received advanced training & knowledge through a nursing degree or specialized healthcare training. Most nurse practitioners usually have a Master’s degree and an area of specialization. Due to their advanced training and experience, nurse practitioners perform a variety of functions normally attributed to doctors and physicians, such as immunization, patient examination, diagnosis, treatment and follow up.
Locum meds is currently advertising for an Advanced Nurse Practitioners in Manchester. Our Nurse Prescriber will be responsible for assessing patients, formulating diagnoses, and utilizing evidence-based practice to determine appropriate interventions or medications. With this role, the Nurse Prescriber will be able to practice independently, safely, ethically, and also legally within the scope of the Practicing Nurse Prescriber, prescribing medications, and other therapies according to best practices.
Job Description
This ANP job in Manchester role will require liaising with other healthcare professionals, providing advice and education to other healthcare professionals and patients, and also ensuring accurate documentation is kept on file. However, a valid nursing license, certification as a Nurse Prescriber, and current BLS certification are mandatory for this position.
Responsibilities
– To monitor and oversee the health of patients
– Prescribing medication to patients
– Providing patient education
– To collaborate with other healthcare professionals
– To maintain patient records
– Participating in research studies
– Upholding ethical standards
Qualifications for a Nurse Prescriber job in Manchester
To register and practice as a nurse prescriber in the United Kingdom, you must first meet the following qualifications:
-Firstly, you must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
-Secondly, one must have completed a recognized prescribing qualification.
-Thirdly, you must have at least two years of post-registration experience as a nurse.
-Lastly, you must be able to demonstrate competence in prescribing.
Skills and experience required for a Nurse Prescriber job
Medical knowledge and clinical skills
Knowledge of pharmacology and medications
Ability to assess and interpret patients’ conditions
Ability to document patient care and medications accurately
Strong communication skills
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Time management and organizational skills
Ability to provide patient education
Understanding of relevant legal and ethical issues
Authorization to prescribe medications
Benefits
We offer competitive rates of £35 to £60 per hour (all inclusive of holiday pay) for our Healthcare Assistants.
We have exclusive, weekly access to shifts across the UK and you can pick up jobs a day before – or even up to 12 months in advance!
There are no minimum shift requirements, and whatever your question is, our friendly team is here to support you. Plus, registering with us is fast and easy too!
Employment Requirement
Type of Employment: Full Time
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Hiring Company
To be considered for our summer recruitment round, please apply through our website link. If we accept your application, we’ll be in touch to schedule an interview. We look forward to hearing from you.
Nurse Prescriber job in Yate can also be found here on the Indeed jobs website.
Industry: Health
Category: Nursing
Date posted: February 2023
Expiry date: March 2025
Related information
How to become a nurse practitioner in the UK?
In the United Kingdom, nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice nurses who have undergone additional training to be able to prescribe medication and order diagnostic tests. NPs are registered nurses (RNs) who have completed a master’s degree or postgraduate diploma in nursing.
NPs play an important role in the UK healthcare system, providing high-quality, patient-centered care. If you are a registered nurse who is interested in becoming an NP, there are a few things you need to do.
First, you will need to complete a master’s degree or postgraduate diploma in nursing. This will give you the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to be an NP. Once you have completed your NP training, you will need to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The
NMC is the regulatory body for nurses and midwives in the UK and ensures that all healthcare professionals have the necessary qualifications and skills to provide safe and effective care.
In order to register as an NP with the NMC, you will need to provide evidence of your qualifications, complete an application form, and pay a registration fee. You will also need to demonstrate that you have met the NMC’s requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) and revalidation.
Additionally, as an NP, you will be able to work independently and prescribe medications under your own authority. You may also be able to work in a range of settings, including hospitals, GP practices, care homes, and community health services.
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