Emergency Nurse Practitioner

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for caring, compassionate and enthusiastic Emergency Nurse Practitioner in our Minor Injuries Unit.

As an ENP you will be a valued member of the team, providing high quality care to patients, in a professional, compassionate and competent manner.

This is a senior Nursing role within the organisation and there is an expectation that the post holder will fully participate in the leadership and delivery of high quality patient care within the Care Group.

The post holder will be a practitioner within their speciality field, assessing and treating patients with minor injuries.

*This role will involve cross site working across all 3 sites*

Main duties of the job

The prime function of the role is to provide clinical expertise in supporting the delivery of high standards of nursing care for patients within their care.

Work collaboratively with the multi professional team to develop and maintain a quality service for patients within speciality.

To provide expert clinical nursing, education and advice in all aspects of the speciality.

Facilitate an improvement in the quality of health and outcome of care to this client group.

To act as a source of clinical expertise and knowledge for patients, carers and health professionals, as well as other agencies involved in this speciality.

To work in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams both in hospital and the community, in the provision of optimal care, to improve quality of life.

The post-holder is responsible for supporting the continuous improvement of quality of services and safeguarding high standards of care by sustaining an environment in which excellence in clinical care can flourish.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop , Belong and Thrive , Here .

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including: o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above Broad knowledge of Emergency Care Experience in Walk-in Centre / Urgent Care Centre Teaching research / Evidence-based practice Up to date knowledge of DOH and NICE guidelines

Desirable

Evidence of audit or research experience Experience as Sister/Charge in Emergency Department OR minimum 3 years ED, Emergency Nurse experience Ability to work with and use PGDs

Qualifications

Essential

First level Registered Nurse - current registration. Degree in Nursing Mentorship / Nurse Advocate Course ENP - Minor Injuries Post-Graduate Course - Level 6/7

Desirable

Independent Nurse Prescribing Minor Illnesses Course - Level 6/7

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written Ability to establish good working relationships Ability to deal with highly distressing or emotional circumstances Compassionate, demonstrating patient centered approach to care

Organisational Skills

Essential

Resourceful and able to work autonomously Ability to manage conflicting demands and to prioritise effectively Ability to delegate

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