Job summary
To be responsible for ensuring that the team provides a high standard of care, for patients from every age group from birth to old age, Who present themselves at the minor injuries unit and outpatient department. Also for patients who present other than a minor injury i.e. illness and refer them to the identified medical service as appropriate.
To co-ordinate and be responsible for the smooth running of the minor Injuries unit and out-patients department and to provide effective holistic care to the service users.
To work independently as a ENP in the minor injuries within the scope of the professional practice. Working closely with ED and help to promote Minor injury service in the community. To maintain effective lines of communication with hospitals WAST and other organisations.
To provide effective leadership by managing a team of registered and unregistered nurses and support working, liaising with the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies to ensure that standards of patient care are achievable and practised.
Main duties of the job
- To work independently as a ENP within the scope of professional practice.
- Responsible for the management of patients from assessment to discharge that present to the Minor Injuries Unit.
- Request appropriate diagnostics to help formulate your diagnosis.
- Refer your patients to the appropriate speciality for further management e.g. Complex Fractures referral to orthopaedics.
- Safely discharge your patients and arrange any required follow up.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse - 1st Level
- Diploma or Degree
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience at a Senior Nurse level
- Experience of working with the Multi Disciplinary team
Desirable
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance Agenda
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Clinical Supervision Experience
Aptitude, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of current trends in healthcare
- Knowledge of current health and government agendas at both local and national levels.
Values
Essential
- Strong ability to adapt and sustain pressure in a challenging and fast changing environment
- Team worker
- Ability to organise and delegate
Desirable
Sills
Essential
- Range of Clinical Skills
- Leadership / Preceptorship Skills
- A proven track record in team management
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to set and meet own targets
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Presentation Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse - 1st Level
- Diploma or Degree
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience at a Senior Nurse level
- Experience of working with the Multi Disciplinary team
Desirable
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance Agenda
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Clinical Supervision Experience
Aptitude, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of current trends in healthcare
- Knowledge of current health and government agendas at both local and national levels.
Values
Essential
- Strong ability to adapt and sustain pressure in a challenging and fast changing environment
- Team worker
- Ability to organise and delegate
Desirable
Sills
Essential
- Range of Clinical Skills
- Leadership / Preceptorship Skills
- A proven track record in team management
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to set and meet own targets
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Presentation 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.
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).
