MIU Practitioner - Liskeard Hospital

CORNWALL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Liskeard; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cornwall is seeking a Band 6 practitioner for the Liskeard Minor Injuries Unit (MIU). The role involves delivering patient assessment and treatment, managing care needs, and working in a collaborative team setting. Candidates should have a passion for minor injury care and strong communication skills, with availability for evening and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing excellent care as part of the MIU team.
• Availability for rotation shifts covering evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective assessment and treatment of patients using an evidence-based approach.
• Manage patient care needs, treatment plans and evaluate clinical interventions.
• Be responsible for the delivery of patient care within the unit.
• Work flexibly and respond to change during a development period for the MIU service.

Skills

Passion for minor injury care

Strong communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Knowledge of professional issues relevant to the role

Job description

Position Overview

Liskeard Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) is offering a Band 6 practitioner post, operating 8am‑8pm on a regular rotation schedule that includes evenings and weekends. The role is part of a practitioner‑led MIU providing advanced practice care in minor illness and paediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective assessment and treatment of patients using an evidence‑based approach, without supervision.
• Manage patient care needs, treatment plans and evaluate clinical interventions to reflect patient requirements.
• Be responsible and accountable for the delivery of patient care within the unit.
• Work flexibly and respond to change during a period of development for the MIU service.

Qualifications

• Passion for minor injury care and commitment to providing excellent care as part of the MIU team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a small team.
• Sound knowledge of professional issues relevant to the role.
• Availability for rotation shifts covering evenings and weekends.

About the Trust

We are an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital‑based care to improve people’s physical and mental health, and provide specialist support for people with dementia and learning disabilities.