Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)

Job summary

Are you an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner with a passion for mental health? Do you want to be part of a progressive, supportive and patient-centred team making a real difference in the community? St Helens South PCN is seeking a dynamic ANP with expertise in mental health to join our growing multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

You will be at the heart of delivering high-quality, proactive mental health care across our PCN. Working closely with GPs, social prescribers, care coordinators, and community mental health teams, you will play a vital role in early intervention, holistic assessment, and ongoing management of patients with mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and formulate care plans
• Prescribe and review mental health medications within scope of practice
• Support patients with complex mental health presentations
• Lead on mental health pathways and contribute to service development
• Liaise with local mental health services and voluntary sector partners
• Provide training and support to primary care colleagues on mental health matters

About You:

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• MSc or equivalent qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice
• Independent prescriber (V300)
• Significant experience in mental health settings (primary, secondary or community)
• Confident working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Passionate about improving mental health outcomes in primary care

About us

Why Join Us?

• A collaborative and innovative PCN made up of forward-thinking practices
• Excellent CPD opportunities and peer support
• A genuine focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Opportunity to shape mental health services at a local level
• Access to NHS Pension and other standard NHS benefits

Closing Date: 1/9/25 To Apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter to Suzanne.roberts@sthelensccg.nhs.uk