Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)
Posted 16 days 12 hours ago by St Helens South PCN Ltd
Job Opportunity: Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health) - St Helens South PCN
Location: St Helens South Primary Care Network
Hours: Full-time / Part-time considered
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Type: Onsite, with options for remote work sessions.
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.
About the Role:
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
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
- Onsite / remote work for some sessions
Closing Date: 1/9/25
To Apply: Please click 'apply now' or alternatively send your CV and a covering letter to