Autonomous Emergency Practitioner — MIU Nurse/Paramedic

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health provider in Bridgnorth is seeking an Emergency Practitioner to join their highly supportive team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Registered Nurse or Paramedic with substantial expertise in minor injuries. This role includes assessing and treating patients across multiple shifts, making a significant impact in the community. Opportunities for clinical development and progression are available in this dynamic setting, where team collaboration and patient care are paramount.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for development and progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Current registration with HCPC or NMC.
• Substantial experience in a Minor Injuries Unit or Accident and Emergency Department.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously assess and treat patients in a busy environment.
• Work across two MIU Units covering various shifts, including weekends.
• Participate in a multi-disciplinary team to treat diverse conditions.

Skills

Triage skills

Suturing

Physical assessment of musculoskeletal injuries

Wound assessment and management

Documentation skills using a medical model

Knowledge of NHS reforms

Competent as an Autonomous Practitioner

Education

Degree / diploma in Nursing, Paramedicine or Physiotherapy

Current professional registration (HCPC or NMC)

Post graduate level studies in Minor injury assessment and management or equivalent

Tools

IT systems including EPR and clinical management systems

X-ray interpretation

Job description

A community health provider in Bridgnorth is seeking an Emergency Practitioner to join their highly supportive team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Registered Nurse or Paramedic with substantial expertise in minor injuries. This role includes assessing and treating patients across multiple shifts, making a significant impact in the community. Opportunities for clinical development and progression are available in this dynamic setting, where team collaboration and patient care are paramount.