Job summary
Join
Our Outstanding Team at Caterham Minor Injuries Unit!
Were
delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Emergency
Practitioner to become part of our dedicated team at the Caterham Minor
Injuries Unit, located within Caterham Dene Community Hospital.
Our
practitioner-led Unit operates from 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week, 365
days a year, providing high-quality care to patients presenting with minor
injuries and minor medical conditions.
Main duties of the job
As an Emergency Practitioner, you will work autonomously to:
- Take comprehensive patient histories and conduct thorough examinations
- Request and interpret appropriate investigations
- Diagnose and formulate treatment plans
- Safely discharge patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed minor injuries and illnesses
We are proud to support professional development and offer opportunities to attend relevantcourses and conferencesto help you grow in your role.
Why Join Us?
- RatedOutstandingby the CQC
- Exceptional results in theFriends and Family Test
- Free onsite parking
- A welcoming, supportive environment where your expertise is valued
If youre passionate about delivering excellent care and thrive in a collaborative setting, wed love to hear from you.
Preferred method of contact is by email.Please ensure you check your inbox regularly following the closing date.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Caterham Minor Injury Unit is a nurse-led unit, providing a service for the treatment of minor injuries and minor medical conditions.
You will
- Treat people that walk-in who suffer from a minor injury or minor medical condition and requires attention.
- Assess, diagnose, treat patients presenting with minor injury and minor medical conditions.
- Autonomously take a full history and examination, request investigations, interpret the results, diagnose, and plan treatment then discharge patients attending with undifferentiated and undiagnosed minor injuries and minor illnesses.
- Be flexible in shift/working patterns.
- Be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the Unit, and the supervision of the junior and training Emergency Nurse Practitioners.
- Be responsible for the management of the Unit in the absence of the Lead ENP.
- Take responsibility for ensuring the maintenance of high standards of nursing care and effective.
When completing your application please refer to both the
Application Guide and full Job Description & Person Specification - these
can be found under supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Caterham Minor Injury Unit is a nurse-led unit, providing a service for the treatment of minor injuries and minor medical conditions.
You will
- Treat people that walk-in who suffer from a minor injury or minor medical condition and requires attention.
- Assess, diagnose, treat patients presenting with minor injury and minor medical conditions.
- Autonomously take a full history and examination, request investigations, interpret the results, diagnose, and plan treatment then discharge patients attending with undifferentiated and undiagnosed minor injuries and minor illnesses.
- Be flexible in shift/working patterns.
- Be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the Unit, and the supervision of the junior and training Emergency Nurse Practitioners.
- Be responsible for the management of the Unit in the absence of the Lead ENP.
- Take responsibility for ensuring the maintenance of high standards of nursing care and effective.
When completing your application please refer to both the
Application Guide and full Job Description & Person Specification - these
can be found under supporting documents.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to Plaster, Suture, dress wounds
- Able to interpret x-rays
- Has worked using PGDs
Experience
Essential
- Worked in ED/UTC/MIU as a ENP/ECP autonomously.
- Has previously worked in triage/steaming
Desirable
- Line management experience
- Experience of developing services
Skills
Essential
- Clinical expertise in minor injury and minor ailment assessment and treatment
- Leadership skills and the ability to manage junior staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Decision making, prioritising and problem solving skills
- IT literate
- Able to assess patients that require emergency treatment and give emergency first aid.
Desirable
- Awareness of management practice e.g. change management, motivation, morale and staff appraisals, research evaluation and audit skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered First Level Nurse / Paramedic
- Current NMC / HCPC Registration
- Emergency nurse practitioner qualification / Paramedic Practitioner qualification
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Demonstrates clear evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Non-medical Prescriber
- Evidence of level 7 training related to urgent care
- Foundation Management course
Other
Essential
- Ability to cope under stress
- Assertiveness
- Approachable
- Flexible approach to working
- Good organisational skills
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to Plaster, Suture, dress wounds
- Able to interpret x-rays
- Has worked using PGDs
Experience
Essential
- Worked in ED/UTC/MIU as a ENP/ECP autonomously.
- Has previously worked in triage/steaming
Desirable
- Line management experience
- Experience of developing services
Skills
Essential
- Clinical expertise in minor injury and minor ailment assessment and treatment
- Leadership skills and the ability to manage junior staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Decision making, prioritising and problem solving skills
- IT literate
- Able to assess patients that require emergency treatment and give emergency first aid.
Desirable
- Awareness of management practice e.g. change management, motivation, morale and staff appraisals, research evaluation and audit skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered First Level Nurse / Paramedic
- Current NMC / HCPC Registration
- Emergency nurse practitioner qualification / Paramedic Practitioner qualification
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Demonstrates clear evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Non-medical Prescriber
- Evidence of level 7 training related to urgent care
- Foundation Management course
Other
Essential
- Ability to cope under stress
- Assertiveness
- Approachable
- Flexible approach to working
- Good organisational skills
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
