Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for caring, compassionate and enthusiastic Emergency Nurse Practitioner in our Minor Injuries Unit.
As an ENP you will be a valued member of the team, providing high quality care to patients, in a professional, compassionate and competent manner.
This is a senior Nursing role within the organisation and there is an expectation that the post holder will fully participate in the leadership and delivery of high quality patient care within the Care Group.
The post holder will be a practitioner within their speciality field, assessing and treating patients with minor injuries.
*This role will involve cross site working across all 3 sites*
Main duties of the job
The prime function of the role is to provide clinical expertise in supporting the delivery of high standards of nursing care for patients within their care.
Work collaboratively with the multi professional team to develop and maintain a quality service for patients within speciality.
To provide expert clinical nursing, education and advice in all aspects of the speciality.
Facilitate an improvement in the quality of health and outcome of care to this client group.
To act as a source of clinical expertise and knowledge for patients, carers and health professionals, as well as other agencies involved in this speciality.
To work in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams both in hospital and the community, in the provision of optimal care, to improve quality of life.
The post-holder is responsible for supporting the continuous improvement of quality of services and safeguarding high standards of care by sustaining an environment in which excellence in clinical care can flourish.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above
- Broad knowledge of Emergency Care
- Experience in Walk-in Centre / Urgent Care Centre
- Teaching research / Evidence-based practice
- Up to date knowledge of DOH and NICE guidelines
- Knowledge and understanding of vaccinations and immunisations for children and adults
- ICT literate / Library searches knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of audit or research experience
- Experience as Sister/Charge in Emergency Department OR minimum 3 years ED, Emergency Nurse experience
- Ability to work with and use PGDs
- Evidence as a Team Leader
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse - current registration.
- Degree in Nursing
- Mentorship / Nurse Advocate Course
- ENP - Minor Injuries Post-Graduate Course - Level 6/7
Desirable
- Independent Nurse Prescribing
- Minor Illnesses Course - Level 6/7
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Ability to establish good working relationships
- Ability to deal with highly distressing or emotional circumstances
- Compassionate, demonstrating patient centred approach to care
- Resourceful and able to work autonomously
- Ability to manage conflicting demands and to prioritise effectively
- Ability to delegate
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above
- Broad knowledge of Emergency Care
- Experience in Walk-in Centre / Urgent Care Centre
- Teaching research / Evidence-based practice
- Up to date knowledge of DOH and NICE guidelines
- Knowledge and understanding of vaccinations and immunisations for children and adults
- ICT literate / Library searches knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of audit or research experience
- Experience as Sister/Charge in Emergency Department OR minimum 3 years ED, Emergency Nurse experience
- Ability to work with and use PGDs
- Evidence as a Team Leader
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse - current registration.
- Degree in Nursing
- Mentorship / Nurse Advocate Course
- ENP - Minor Injuries Post-Graduate Course - Level 6/7
Desirable
- Independent Nurse Prescribing
- Minor Illnesses Course - Level 6/7
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Ability to establish good working relationships
- Ability to deal with highly distressing or emotional circumstances
- Compassionate, demonstrating patient centred approach to care
- Resourceful and able to work autonomously
- Ability to manage conflicting demands and to prioritise effectively
- Ability to delegate
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.
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).
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.
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).
