Senior Urgent Care Triage Lead – System‑Wide Care

Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare trust in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Urgent Care Triage Practitioner. You will play a critical role in triaging patients and coordinating care within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant nursing or paramedic qualification and demonstrate strong clinical skills. You will also need experience working at a band 5 level and a commitment to high standards of patient care. This position supports both patient assessments and the prevention of unnecessary admissions, contributing to a more efficient health system.

Qualifications

• Evidence of working at band 5 level within the community or acute setting.
• Knowledge of remote monitoring and available technology.
• Interest in learning new skills for remote clinical monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients referred to the UCCH as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Assess and prescribe care pathways for patients in crisis.
• Work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admissions.

Skills

Highly motivated

Able to provide high standards of care

Tact & diplomacy

Empathy & sensitivity

Ability to use own initiative

Good concentration for patient care

A team player

Education

Current NMC registration or Current HCPC registration

Adult Nursing BSc or Paramedic Sciences BSc

Evidence of continuing professional development

Assessor/mentorship preparation; ENB 998 or equivalent

Job description

A prominent healthcare trust in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Urgent Care Triage Practitioner. You will play a critical role in triaging patients and coordinating care within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant nursing or paramedic qualification and demonstrate strong clinical skills. You will also need experience working at a band 5 level and a commitment to high standards of patient care. This position supports both patient assessments and the prevention of unnecessary admissions, contributing to a more efficient health system.