Emergency Care Practitioner: MIU & Radiology Lead

NHS Jobs; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in the United Kingdom is seeking a nurse to work in a Minor Injuries Unit. The role focuses on direct patient care, assessment and interpretation of radiographs, and coordinating discharge or referral decisions.

The post requires maintaining high nursing standards, leading clinical audits, and participating in budget planning and resource management within the unit. You will promote evidence-based practice and ensure equipment safety and readiness at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering direct patient care in a Minor Injuries Unit.
• Ability to assess, request and interpret diagnostic radiographs.
• Competence in diagnosing, treating and discharging or referring patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing care to high standards and participate in clinical audits.
• Manage unit resources, including sickness recording and corrective actions.
• Contribute to annual training needs analysis with the Clinical Lead.
• Support evidence-based innovations in nursing care and implement changes.
• Ensure safety and maintenance of medical/equipment and report faults.
• Assist in managing the unit budget and ordering supplies within the approved budget.

Job description

NHS Jobs in the United Kingdom is seeking a nurse to work in a Minor Injuries Unit. The role focuses on direct patient care, assessment and interpretation of radiographs, and coordinating discharge or referral decisions.

The post requires maintaining high nursing standards, leading clinical audits, and participating in budget planning and resource management within the unit. You will promote evidence-based practice and ensure equipment safety and readiness at all times.