Advanced Practitioner - Royal Derby Hospital BANK

NHS; Derby; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Advanced Practitioner at Royal Derby Hospital. In this vital role, you will assess and treat patients, ensuring high-quality care. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive team environment, you will make a significant impact in urgent care. Enjoy generous leave, support for health expenses, and a commitment to your growth. If you are passionate about patient care and possess the necessary qualifications, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Generous leave: 25 days + bank holidays

Support for dental, optical, and therapy expenses

Car Lease Scheme

Enhanced family leave benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC, HCPC, or GPhC.
• Independent non-medical prescriber.
• Experience in telephone triage and emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, treat, or refer patients with various conditions.
• Lead safe, effective, evidence-based care in triage.
• Maintain accurate records per governance standards.

Skills

Clinical Assessment Skills

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking

Team Player

Education

MSc in Advanced Practice

At least two Level 7 modules

Job description

Advanced Practitioner - Royal Derby Hospital BANK

Join a caring team as an Advanced Practitioner!

Are you an experienced, compassionate Advanced Practitioner seeking a role that values clinical excellence, innovation, and teamwork?

DHU Healthcare is proud to deliver urgent and emergency care that makes a real difference. We are looking for skilled professionals like you to elevate our service.

• Contract Type: BANK
• Salary: Band 8b (£62,484 - £72,865) plus 30% evening and 45% weekend enhancements
• Region / Division: Urgent Treatment Centre

Why choose DHU?

Our Ethos: For you, For them, With us. Our CARE values—Compassionate, Accomplished, Respectful, Encouraging—guide us.

Join a multidisciplinary team committed to patient care and staff development. We value your voice, recognize your skills, and support your impact.

We invest in our staff because exceptional care starts with an empowered workforce.

Main duties of the job

What You'll Be Doing:

In this autonomous, advanced role, you'll be at the frontline of patient triage, making quick, informed decisions that influence outcomes.

Each shift, you'll:

• Assess, diagnose, treat, or refer patients with various conditions.
• Lead safe, effective, evidence-based care in triage.
• Conduct and interpret diagnostic investigations.
• Liaise with specialists and ensure proper handovers/referrals.
• Maintain accurate records per governance standards.
• Stay updated with evidence-based practice and CPD.

What We're Looking For:

• Registration with NMC, HCPC, or GPhC
• Independent Prescriber certification
• At least two Level 7 modules, including Clinical Assessment Skills
• Experience in autonomous clinical decision-making
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse team
• Confidence, compassion, and clarity under pressure

About us

What's in It for You?

• Generous leave: 25 days + bank holidays, increasing with service
• Support for dental, optical, and therapy expenses
• Car Lease Scheme, including eco options via NHS Fleet
• Enhanced family leave benefits
• NHS Pension Scheme & Service Transfer
• Referral bonuses for bringing talented colleagues

DHU Healthcare values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We are a forces-friendly employer supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. For more info, contact @[e-mail]

We foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered, free from discrimination.

We support Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cadet Force Adults, and military spouses/partners, recognizing your unique skills.

Job responsibilities

Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability

Clinical:

• Practice autonomously without direct supervision
• Use advanced skills to assess, diagnose, treat, and refer patients
• Recognize and interpret diagnostic investigations
• Consult with specialists and ensure proper referrals
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Keep meticulous clinical records
• Work within your scope and adhere to regulatory standards
• Stay current with clinical practice developments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Follow performance measures
• Provide health promotion and safety advice
• Follow safeguarding procedures
• Adhere to Infection Prevention policies
• Prescribe medications within legal limits
• Discharge or refer patients appropriately

Managerial:

• Participate in clinical audits and team meetings
• Support policy implementation and quality improvement
• Lead and participate in clinical audits
• Assist in induction and training of staff
• Supervise and coordinate staff activities
• Participate in appraisals and address performance issues
• Manage challenging behaviors sensitively
• Optimize resource use and make recommendations for improvements

Clinical Governance:

• Engage in clinical governance activities
• Practice according to policies and guidelines
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives
• Evaluate own practice and report shortfalls
• Mentor and lead in training
• Maintain Health & Safety compliance
• Participate in research and development

Education & Practice Development:

• Engage in clinical supervision frameworks
• Advise on care practices and service development
• Continuously develop professionally
• Mentor junior staff and students
• Complete mandatory training

Professional:

• Work within NMC/HCPC/GPhC standards
• Maintain CPD and professional competence
• Uphold the reputation of DHU Healthcare

Communications & Relationships:

• Coordinate with senior management and teams
• Engage with local health services and community partners

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC, HCPC, or GPhC
• Independent non-medical prescriber
• At least two Level 7 modules, including clinical examination assessment
• MSc in Advanced Practice

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to take concise clinical histories and examinations
• Experience in telephone triage and emergency care
• Formulate diagnoses and management plans
• Participate in service development
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Critical thinking and prioritization
• Commitment to lifelong learning
• Clinical and technical expertise
• Team player and autonomous worker
• Willing to pursue further MSc studies

Experience

• Substantial autonomous practice in multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with physical assessments and complex conditions
• Experience in nurse-led clinics, emergency, or out-of-hours services
• Independent Prescribing experience
• Telephone triage and emergency care experience

Disclosure & Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975).