Advanced Practice Nurse — Virtual Ward & Acute Care

Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Wolverhampton is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their Virtual Ward team. This role involves delivering high-quality care autonomously and using advanced clinical assessment skills. Candidates must be registered with NMC and hold relevant prescribing qualifications. Responsibilities include remote patient monitoring and supporting transitions of care between different settings. This position offers the opportunity to influence integrated care and enhance patient outcomes in a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
• Proven clinical expertise in managing the acutely unwell patient.

Responsibilities

• Deliver autonomous care to patients within the Virtual Ward.
• Monitor patients remotely using digital platforms.
• Identify and manage patients suitable for step‑up or step‑down care.
• Promote public health and wellbeing.
• Support and mentor junior staff.
• Participate in service improvement initiatives.

Skills

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Advanced Health Assessment qualification

Non-Medical Prescribing qualification

Clinical expertise in managing patients with complex needs

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Autonomy and collaborative working

Strong IT skills and digital literacy

Job description

A healthcare provider in Wolverhampton is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their Virtual Ward team. This role involves delivering high-quality care autonomously and using advanced clinical assessment skills. Candidates must be registered with NMC and hold relevant prescribing qualifications. Responsibilities include remote patient monitoring and supporting transitions of care between different settings. This position offers the opportunity to influence integrated care and enhance patient outcomes in a flexible work environment.