Lead Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Job summary
An exciting opportunity now exists for an Emergency Care Practitioner position within the Cumberland Urgent Treatment Centre. Applications are invited from registered nurses who hold a minor injuries and illness qualification, and who are confident in the autonomous management of patients who have sustained a minor injury or illness.
Applications from candidates with proven A&E/Urgent care experience, without a formal qualification will also be considered as any successful applicants will be placed on the Minor Injuries/ illness course. This is a great opportunity for the right applicant to receive training and support in becoming an Emergency Care Practitioner.
Ideally you should be competent in autonomous assessment, examination, diagnosis and treatment of minor injury, holding a post-graduate certificate in emergency practice and competencies in x-ray interpretation, suturing, plastering, management of complex wounds and injury/illness management skills. The successful candidate will be supported and will be allocated a clinical supervisor.
There will be opportunity to attend teaching sessions, develop clinical skills and undertake further academic study.
Main duties of the job
Following successful completion of the required training and competency assessments, you will practise autonomously as an Emergency Care Practitioner , working within Trust guidelines, local policies, and clinical protocols to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
You will: Take a lead role in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients , ensuring the highest standards of clinical care Support the development and implementation of Directorate policies , nursing strategy, and ECP competencies Act as an expert clinical resource , supporting, educating, and facilitating the development of other healthcare professionals Coordinate the day-to-day running of the UTC shift , ensuring efficient patient flow and service delivery Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of minor injury and illness pathways , working closely with the UTC/MIU Modern Matron and Clinical Service Lead
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.
We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team.
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Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice Works as a competent practitioner, utilising specialist knowledge and decision-making skills to demonstrate clinical skills, to promote clinical excellence and ensure an optimum standard of nursing care is delivered from admission to discharge in a timely manner To carry out highly developed medical procedures such as suturing wounds, manipulation of minor bone dislocations and application of Plaster of Paris as part of treatment that includes management of children and vulnerable adults.
To promote, maintain and monitor the best possible standards of care within the resources available, commensurate with Trust and Department policies and within the framework of their governing bodys Professional Code of Conduct and the emergency nurse practitioner competency framework. To administer medicines under Patient Group Directives as appropriate.
To request and interpret appropriate radiographs/laboratory tests as required as part of ongoing patient care. Identifies and manages child protection issues and raises awareness with medical and nursing staff. Identifies and manages issues related to mental health and vulnerable adults, raising awareness with medical, AHP and nursing staff.
Work in areas subjected to frequent highly unpleasant conditions such as odours/body fluids and patients showing aggression. Liaises with appropriate agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure care in managed for at risk patients on leaving the emergency department and/or hospital.
To undertake the use of moderate physical effort in controlled restraint of patients undergoing procedures with learning disabilities, the manoeuvring of patients in confined spaces and patients presenting with decreased level of consciousness due to trauma, drugs, alcohol. To work closely with members of the multi-disciplinary team both within the department and beyond to ensure care is delivered to the patient both effectively and efficiently.
To independently refer patients to other professionals such as clinical specialities, physiotherapy and occupational therapy. To update other staff appropriately on clinical conditions of patients and maintain accurate documentation and computer records for patients in the department and on discharge. Provide written, as well as verbal specialist advice in relation to the care of patients on discharge home from the emergency department.
To provide health promotion advice to patients and their families/carers to support the maintenance of their health and well-being. To act as a mentor and resource for more junior colleagues, supporting and assisting them to provide care of the highest quality. To supervise the maintenance of accurate, legally acceptable records, both in written format and on the departmental computer system in accordance with governance policies.
To ensure patient confidentiality is maintained in accordance with the Data Protection Act and governance policies. For further details please see attached JD&PS. ***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience Essential oDemonstrable experience at a similar level oProven evidence of management ability and leadership qualities. oProven evidence of competency by means of a professional portfolio. oCurrent proven knowledge of nursing and emergency care issues. Desirable previous experience working in an urgent care setting Aptitude & Abilities Essential oGood organisation skills, management and team building skills. oAbility to manage own case load working to priorities and deadlines Desirable flexible working pattern
Qualifications · Essential
NMC registration/registered nurse. Education/Mentorship Course. Proven evidence of relevant, recent study continuing education Minor Injury/Illness assessment modules at Degree level or equivalent Specialist short courses to Masters level or equivalent
Desirable
Non-medical prescriber APLS (Advanced Paediatric Life Support) ALS/EPLS/PALS/ PILS
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
