Emergency Nurse Practitioner Shift Lead - Urgent Care

NHS; Crawley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced nurse to deliver high standards of urgent care, manage patient assessments, and lead the unit as Shift Coordinator. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in acute care, with expertise in minor injuries and mentorship. The role involves working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while upholding the best practices in nursing. This position offers significant responsibility and contribution to patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience within an acute/urgent care setting.
• Experience of working with minor injuries/minor ailments and more complex conditions.
• Experience in clinical supervision and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective nursing care ensuring high standards.
• Prioritize and assess patients in a triage capacity.
• Manage the unit as Shift Coordinator, ensuring treatment efficiency.

Skills

Evidence of understanding and insight into current issues in nursing/NHS/unscheduled care

Excellent written and spoken English

Competent in administration of IV additives

ECG interpretation

Venepuncture/Cannulation

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) with current PIN on NMC or HCPC register

Autonomous practice/management of minor injuries course

Minor ailments course

ILS/ALERT or ALS

Tools

Plaster of Paris (POP) casts

IRMER, limb assessment, x-ray interpretation

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced nurse to deliver high standards of urgent care, manage patient assessments, and lead the unit as Shift Coordinator. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in acute care, with expertise in minor injuries and mentorship. The role involves working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while upholding the best practices in nursing. This position offers significant responsibility and contribution to patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting.