Advanced Nurse Practitioner; ANP

232885 Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)

Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) role at NHS Dumfries and Galloway – Dumfries Royal Infirmary, 30 hours, Band 7 permanent.

We are seeking a highly motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join the Medical Assessment and Hospital at Night team. The role delivers expert, patient‑centred care in a dynamic emergency setting, using advanced clinical skills and sound judgement.

• Deliver high‑quality care within agreed protocols and, when necessary, make independent clinical decisions guided by best practice.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, supporting senior clinicians.
• Participate in the development pathway for a Trainee ANP (Band
  6) position progressing to permanent Band 7 upon successful training.

• Postgraduate diploma in Advanced Practice.
• Independent prescriber status.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and sound clinical judgement.
• Experience in emergency or assessment settings is desirable.

Successful candidates may be offered a 23‑month fixed‑term Trainee ANP post (Band 6, 35 hours). Upon completion the post becomes permanent Band 7 (30 hours). A bonding agreement requires remaining with NHS Dumfries and Galloway for two years after training.

Interview: in‑person, 17 February, Education Centre – Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.

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Ritchie Kearney, AP Manager – ritchie.kearneyt, ext. 32983
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NHS Dumfries and Galloway encourages equality and diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, age or any other protected characteristic.

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