Autonomous Urgent Care Advanced Practitioner

DHU Healthcare; Osmaston CP; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + 8 bank holidays

Health Cash Plan with GP access

DHU Hub discounts

NHS Pension Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Referral Programme

Birthday Leave

Free Parking

Job summary

DHU Healthcare is seeking an Advanced Practitioner to join its urgent care teams across Derbyshire, Leicestershire or Northamptonshire. You will work autonomously in a fast-paced environment to assess, diagnose, treat and refer patients with a wide range of urgent needs.

The role offers full-time and part-time patterns, with shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. NHS Pension and a comprehensive benefits package accompany a competitive salary (£62,484–£72,885 per annum pro rata).

Qualifications

• Must hold NMC, HCPC or GPhC registration or be an independent prescriber.
• Substantial autonomous clinical practice within a multi-professional team.
• Ability to take concise clinical histories and perform examinations.
• Must operate within regulatory codes of conduct and scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Practice autonomously across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical, leadership, education and research.
• Assess, diagnose, treat and refer patients with urgent clinical needs.
• Identify and initiate relevant diagnostic investigations as appropriate.
• Consult with relevant specialists when needed.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with guidelines.
• Communicate clearly with patients and carers to explain decisions.
• Work within your skills and seek supervision when required.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

NMC Nursing Registration

HCPC Paramedic Registration

GPhC Pharmacist Registration

Independent prescriber

Job description

DHU Healthcare is seeking an Advanced Practitioner to join its urgent care teams across Derbyshire, Leicestershire or Northamptonshire. You will work autonomously in a fast-paced environment to assess, diagnose, treat and refer patients with a wide range of urgent needs.

The role offers full-time and part-time patterns, with shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. NHS Pension and a comprehensive benefits package accompany a competitive salary (£62,484–£72,885 per annum pro rata).