Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Rapid Response Team

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Waltham Forest is seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join the Rapid Response Team. The role involves collaborative patient care, clinical assessment, and supporting pre-registration learners. Candidates should be registered nurses or paramedics with relevant experience and demonstrable postgraduate qualifications. The position offers a permanent contract with a pro-rata salary between £47,810 and £54,710.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Part 1 of NMC register) or equivalent.
• Significant post-registration experience in relevant areas at Band 6 or above.
• Experience in management and clinical audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical decision making and conduct patient assessments.
• Coordinate intensive nursing care with multidisciplinary agencies.
• Support and mentor pre-registration learners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficient IT skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Management Studies

Non-Medical Prescriber

Registered Nurse

Job description

Overview

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust – Advanced Clinical Practitioner opportunities with the Rapid Response Team (RRT) in Waltham Forest.

Role: Advanced Nurse Practitioner / Advanced Paramedic / Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Location: Waltham Forest Adults Community Health Services - Unplanned Care

Closing date: 07 October 2025

Team: Rapid Response Team – a progressive multidisciplinary team providing urgent MDT response to prevent avoidable hospital admissions, operating across 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, to support and treat suitable patients in the community with escalated health and social care needs.

About the opportunity: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough in outer London. North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) offers a wealth of opportunities for successful candidates.

Important: Previous applications need not apply.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals across the borough and Integrated Care System.
• Lead clinical decision making and undertake enhanced holistic assessment of patient/family needs in partnership with the patient and their family/carer.
• Triage referrals from other agencies or disciplines.
• Coordinate intensive and complex nursing care with other multidisciplinary agencies.
• Be proficient in advanced clinical skills with the ability to assess physical and psychosocial needs and develop a comprehensive care plan with the patient, carers and the wider MDT as needed.
• Work collaboratively and carry out joint visits with MDT colleagues to promote holistic person-centred assessment and approach to care.
• Participate in managerial and clinical supervision; provide line management supervision to Rapid Response team members.
• Contribute to and carry out audits within the service.
• Conduct and contribute to Datix investigations/Root Cause Analysis/Serious Incidents and support lessons learned.
• Support and mentor pre-registration learners from a variety of disciplines.
• Be a driver with access to a car.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered Nurse (Part 1 of NMC register) or Health & Care Professions Council e.g. Paramedic
• Non-Medical Prescriber
• Postgraduate level study or demonstrated postgraduate level working via CPD
• Certificate/Diploma in Management Studies Specialist Community Practice Teacher or equivalent
• Significant post-registration experience in relevant areas at Band 6 or above; experience in community or urgent care response teams
• Experience in management, quality improvement processes and clinical audits

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to organise and prioritise clinical caseloads within a multidisciplinary team
• Up-to-date knowledge in Urgent Care / 0-2 hour response
• Clear vision of the role and service; proficient written and verbal communication
• Understanding of health needs of diverse urban populations with deprivation
• Proficient IT skills (e.g., Word, data entry) or equivalent

Other requirements

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check (post not subject to CRB; subject to current regulations)
• Driver with access to a car

Remuneration & Contract

£47,810 to £54,710 per year pro rata (plus High Cost Area Supplement).

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: 7 days a week, 24 hours

Reference: 395-WF069-25

Contact

Saquib Khan ([e-mail]) – Rapid Response Operational Lead

Administration

Address: Rapid Response Team, Woodbury Unit, First Floor