Trauma Nurse Practitioner/Trainee Advanced Clinical Nurse Practitioner

FHFT Education Academy; Slough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Trauma Nurse Practitioner/Trainee Advanced Clinical Nurse Practitioner in Trauma and Orthopaedics at Wexham Park Hospital.

You will work closely with orthopaedic surgeons, anaesthetists, theatre teams, ED staff, ward teams, trauma nurse practitioners, physiotherapists and discharge coordinators to ensure timely, safe and effective care across the trauma pathway.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted nursing registration is required.
• Working towards MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent with commitment to complete pathway.
• Mentorship/teaching course or willingness to complete within 6 months.
• Resuscitation/Life Support course (as appropriate).
• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 6 months experience within the speciality at band 6 or equivalent.
• Evidence of ability to work at advanced practice level.
• Management of patients with complex needs.
• Evidence of delivery of training.
• Clinical supervision experience.
• Contribution to audit.
• Ability to initiate, sustain and evaluate change within clinical settings.
• Management & Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Care for trauma patients from initial assessment through to discharge.
• Work autonomously within Trust policies and guidelines with clinical decision-making.
• Assist with audit, research and development of multidisciplinary guidelines.
• Promote clinical governance and support the nursing/midwifery/AHP strategy.

Skills

CPD

Practice issues

Critical analysis

Written & oral communication

Complex problem solving

IT skills

Specialist interests

Education

Nursing registration

MSc Advanced Clinical Practice

Mentorship course

Resuscitation/Life Support

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Trauma Nurse Practitioner/Trainee Advanced Clinical Nurse Practitioner

NHS AfC: Band 7

Main area Trauma and Orthopaedics Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 151-ZT090-B

Site Wexham Park Hospital Town Berkshire Salary £51,657 - £58,785 per annum incl HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 17/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

Trauma and Orthopaedics is recruiting! Working with us at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the coordination and delivery of high-quality trauma care. As a Trauma Coordinator, you will work closely with orthopaedic surgeons,

anaesthetists, theatre teams, emergency department staff, ward teams, trauma nurse practitioners, physiotherapists, and discharge coordinators to ensure patients receive timely, safe, and effective care throughout their trauma pathway.

This is a dynamic and rewarding role where you will be at the centre of trauma service management, coordinating patient flow, supporting achievement of national trauma standards, and facilitating communication across the multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to improving patient outcomes and ensuring an efficient trauma service from admission through to surgery and discharge.

Once established within the role, there are excellent opportunities for professional development, leadership experience, service improvement projects, and career progression within Trauma and Orthopaedics.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide for the care and on-going management of trauma patients admitted to the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, including providing care for the presenting patient, from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will work autonomously as a senior professional within Trust and NMC policies, protocols and guidelines, demonstrating safe, clinical decision‑making, high levels of critical thinking and holistic practice, adhering to trust values, policies and procedures.

As a practitioner they will also be working within the national framework and adhering to statutory and regulatory requirements inclusive of maintaining a professional portfolio of practice and competence.

The t ACP will assist with audit, research and development initiating the implementation, evaluation and development of multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with medical and nursing staff for the care of patients across the Trust.

The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance and facilitate the implementation of the nursing/midwifery/AHP Strategy and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.

Working for our organisation

Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.

We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part‑time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.

Join Us
Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted registration as a Nurse
• Working towards, will to start MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent qualification with a commitment to complete pathway
• Mentorship/teaching course or willingness to complete in first 6 months
• Resuscitation/Life Support course (if appropriate to area and role)
• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualifications)

Experience

• Minimum of 6 months experience within the speciality at a band 6 or equivalent.
• Evidence of ability to work at advanced practice level
• Management of patients with complex needs
• Evidence of delivery of training
• Clinical Supervision experience
• Contribution to audit
• Ability to initiate, sustain and evaluate change within a variety of clinical situations
• Management & Leadership experience

Skills & Knowledge

• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of current practice issues and interest in further learning
• Awareness of critical analysis & awareness of application of research to practice
• Evidence of good written and oral communication skills including presentations
• Able to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate solutions
• Good IT skills with ability to present information appropriately.
• Ability and initiative to develop specialist areas of interest

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) is proud of its strong reputation, record of achievement and ambition for the future. We serve a population of over 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and South Buckinghamshire, and remain committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.

Our new organisational strategy – FHFT 2030 – sets out our ambition to be the best place to receive care and the best place to work in the NHS. Underpinned by our Trust values – Committed to Excellence, Working Together, Facing the Future, and being a modern, compassionate, Healthcare Organisation – we are creating a culture where our people can thrive and patients always come first.

We continue to invest heavily in our services and facilities. This includes the development of a new hospital at Frimley Park, major expansion of diagnostics and inpatient capacity, and the continued transformation of services across our sites. We have already delivered a brand-new £100m state‑of‑the‑art Heatherwood Hospital, a £49m Emergency Assessment Centre at Wexham Park, and a £10m upgrade to maternity services.

We are also committed to sustainability and the NHS Net Zero ambition. Our new hospital and estate developments are being designed to be environmentally responsible, energy efficient, and future‑proofed, featuring on‑site renewables energy and intelligent energy systems. Th rough our green plan, we are embedding sustainable practices across all areas of care and operations, ensuring we reduce our environmental impact while improving population health and wellbeing. Our staff are key to helps us deliver on our ambition and to ensure sustainability is a core component of care delivery and our operations.

Alongside estates’ investments, we are embedding a strong focus on digital innovation and quality improvement. Our electronic patient record (Epic), launched in 2024, is already enabling safer, more connected, and more effective care for patients, while giving staff the tools they need to do their best work. Our electronic patient record also supports safe and effective digitised care pathways, savings time and carbon, whilst delivering excellent quality of care.

Everything we do is guided by our values, shaping how we care for patients, support colleagues, and build a sustainable future for healthcare together.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. We would advise that you complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.