Job summary
The role of the EP is a senior clinician trained
to an advanced level to work autonomously within the Urgent Treatment Centre
(UTC) to deliver care to patients attending the Emergency Department and the
UTC without reference to a doctor.
Main duties of the job
To assess, diagnose, treat and discharge or
refer patients without reference to a doctor
To provide a service that is complementary to
GPs
To encourage and participate in the development
of protocols and pathways to improve patient care
To be an independent prescriber (experienced EP
essential)
Manage a
discrete nursing team to include annual appraisal, mandatory training, staffing
rotas, recruitment and selection and the supervision of students
To support Matron /lead nurse as needed in
delivering local and national audits
To actively participate in the departmental
teaching programme
To act as a Link practitioner for a specialty
and to disseminate new guidance and information from that speciality keeping
colleagues updated
To monitor standards of care, acting when
appropriate to maintain and improve standards which includes Trusts Infection
and Prevention Control policy
About us
Join Imperial
CollegeHealthcare and become part of a community of 12,000 staff working
with a wide range of partners to offer better heath, for life.
Formed in
2007,we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the country
providingacute and specialist care to over a million patients each year
in central and north London and beyond.
With
aglobal reputation for ground-breaking research and innovation as well as
excellence in education,weoffer huge expertiseacrossa
wide range of clinical specialities.
Alongside our
five hospitals Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlottes & Chelsea,
St Marys and the Western Eye we have a growing number of community and
digital services, reflecting our commitment to developing more integrated care
with our partners.We also provide private healthcare at all our
hospitals (in dedicated facilities).
Together with
Imperial College London andtwo otherNHS trusts, we form one of six
academic health science centres in the UK focused on translating research
into better patient care. We also host one of 20 National Institute for Health
Research biomedical research centresin partnership with Imperial College
London.
Our mission is
to be a key partner in our local health system and to drive health and
healthcare innovation, delivering outstanding care, education and research with
local, national and worldwide impact.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role description gives an overview of the EP role in
the Emergency Department and Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Imperial College
NHS Trust. The practitioner is expected to work collaboratively with the whole
of the multidisciplinary team to be able to fulfil the role as outlined below.
Clinical Responsibilities
Act as a clinical expert within your sphere of
work
To assess, diagnose, treat and discharge or
refer patients without reference to a doctor and where appropriate prescribe
medication
Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation
and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient care.
Assist and advise staff, both registered and
unregistered in the delivery of patient care.
Maintain and update own clinical expertise and
contribute as role model to ensure the delivery of nursing care is at highest
possible level to meet patient care.
Contribute to and endorse a philosophy of care
for the EP. working in the Emergency Department and the UTC
Help develop and expand the service provided by
EPs to be in-line with evidenced based practice (e.g., NICE guidelines).
Work collaboratively with the shift leader to
ensure the smooth running of the Emergency Department.
To be aware of the Emergency Departments
quality indicators and be resourceful in supporting the team to meet these
targets
To maintain and progress own knowledge and
skills to practice effectively and safely
To teach pre and post registration junior
nursing staff working with you
To be aware of current nursing trends and
developments in nursing.
Work with Lead EP and Consultant Nurses in
organising research activity for the service and ensure compliance with good
clinical research practice.
Apply research to develop evidence-based
strategies to enhance quality, safety, productivity and value for money.
Act on the findings from the evaluation and
audit of own and others clinical practice, selecting and applying valid and
reliable methodologies.
Critically appraise and synthesise the outcome
of relevant research, evaluation and audit, using the results to underpin own
and others practice.
A job description does not constitute a term and
condition of employment. It is provided only as a guide to assist the employee
in the performance of their job. The Trust is a fast-moving organisation and
therefore changes in employees duties may be necessary from time to time.
The job description is not intended to be an inflexible or
finite list of tasks and may be varied from time to time after
consultation/discussion with the postholder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role description gives an overview of the EP role in
the Emergency Department and Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Imperial College
NHS Trust. The practitioner is expected to work collaboratively with the whole
of the multidisciplinary team to be able to fulfil the role as outlined below.
Clinical Responsibilities
Act as a clinical expert within your sphere of
work
To assess, diagnose, treat and discharge or
refer patients without reference to a doctor and where appropriate prescribe
medication
Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation
and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient care.
Assist and advise staff, both registered and
unregistered in the delivery of patient care.
Maintain and update own clinical expertise and
contribute as role model to ensure the delivery of nursing care is at highest
possible level to meet patient care.
Contribute to and endorse a philosophy of care
for the EP. working in the Emergency Department and the UTC
Help develop and expand the service provided by
EPs to be in-line with evidenced based practice (e.g., NICE guidelines).
Work collaboratively with the shift leader to
ensure the smooth running of the Emergency Department.
To be aware of the Emergency Departments
quality indicators and be resourceful in supporting the team to meet these
targets
To maintain and progress own knowledge and
skills to practice effectively and safely
To teach pre and post registration junior
nursing staff working with you
To be aware of current nursing trends and
developments in nursing.
Work with Lead EP and Consultant Nurses in
organising research activity for the service and ensure compliance with good
clinical research practice.
Apply research to develop evidence-based
strategies to enhance quality, safety, productivity and value for money.
Act on the findings from the evaluation and
audit of own and others clinical practice, selecting and applying valid and
reliable methodologies.
Critically appraise and synthesise the outcome
of relevant research, evaluation and audit, using the results to underpin own
and others practice.
A job description does not constitute a term and
condition of employment. It is provided only as a guide to assist the employee
in the performance of their job. The Trust is a fast-moving organisation and
therefore changes in employees duties may be necessary from time to time.
The job description is not intended to be an inflexible or
finite list of tasks and may be varied from time to time after
consultation/discussion with the postholder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Paramedic or physiotherapist
- Recognised EP Qualification at minimum Degree Level or equivalent.
- Minor Injuries and Minor Illnesses Course at Level 6/7
- Non-Medical Prescribing (Desirable in experienced EPs)
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing
- BSc Hons in Emergency Care / MSc / PgCert
- Independent nurse prescribing or working towards independent prescribing at MSc Level
Experience
Essential
- 3 years minimum in Emergency Department (with at least 2 years as band 6)
- Experience in General Practice/ Walk-in Centre/ Urgent Care Centre
- 3 years minimum as paramedic
- 2 years minimum as an EP in Urgent Care or similar setting
- Teaching research/Evidence based practice.
Desirable
- Critical Care
- Acute ward experience
- Experience as Sister/Charge in Emergency Department
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Paramedic or physiotherapist
- Recognised EP Qualification at minimum Degree Level or equivalent.
- Minor Injuries and Minor Illnesses Course at Level 6/7
- Non-Medical Prescribing (Desirable in experienced EPs)
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing
- BSc Hons in Emergency Care / MSc / PgCert
- Independent nurse prescribing or working towards independent prescribing at MSc Level
Experience
Essential
- 3 years minimum in Emergency Department (with at least 2 years as band 6)
- Experience in General Practice/ Walk-in Centre/ Urgent Care Centre
- 3 years minimum as paramedic
- 2 years minimum as an EP in Urgent Care or similar setting
- Teaching research/Evidence based practice.
Desirable
- Critical Care
- Acute ward experience
- Experience as Sister/Charge in Emergency Department
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).
