Critical Care Outreach Nurse - Deteriorating Patient Expert (Band 6)

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

Job summary

A large NHS trust in the West Midlands is seeking a compassionate and experienced critical care outreach practitioner. The successful candidate will ensure early recognition and management of deteriorating patients, provide specialist nursing care, and lead by example in a multi-disciplinary team. Strong communication skills and clinical expertise are essential for this dynamic role. Candidates should have relevant nursing qualifications and the ability to work flexibly across a 24-hour service.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive working environment

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with excellent clinical skills and experience in critical care.
• Ability to manage deteriorating patients effectively.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Drive early recognition and management of the deteriorating patient.
• Deliver compassionate person-centred care.
• Provide specialist nursing care for high-risk patients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong decision making ability

Clinical expertise

Adaptability

Ability to work independently

Education

NMC Registration Nurse

Mentorship/ Appropriate teaching qualification

Post Reg ENB100/Equivalent Critical Care Course

Health Assessment Qualification

Job description

A large NHS trust in the West Midlands is seeking a compassionate and experienced critical care outreach practitioner. The successful candidate will ensure early recognition and management of deteriorating patients, provide specialist nursing care, and lead by example in a multi-disciplinary team. Strong communication skills and clinical expertise are essential for this dynamic role. Candidates should have relevant nursing qualifications and the ability to work flexibly across a 24-hour service.