Job summary To meet the health care needs of the public in respect of the treatment of minor illness and injury, of which the UHP Urgent care service treat in excess of 35,000 patients with classified minor injuries per annum. Required to work independently to assess, diagnose, treat and discharge patients attending the Urgent care service whose conditions fall within an identified range of competencies. Provides education and supervision in the role of a competent assistant practitioner to Health Care Assistants, medical and nursing students. After completion of a medicines module will provide medication for patients under Patient Group Directives and according to Trust Policy. To have knowledge and understanding of National/trust and departmental standards. To promote evidence-based care, which incorporates objectives set in documents, such as National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines. To contribute towards development of the practitioner service and extended scope of practice to other areas. Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification. Main duties of the job Having undertaken additional approved training and assessment as part of the role, the post holder will work semi-autonomously as a Band 4 Assistant Practitioners/Associate Practitioners within agreed Trust guidelines and local policies and protocols for the best outcome of nursing care. To assist in the development and implementation of Directorate policy and nursing strategy and Assistant Practitioners/Associate Practitioners competencies Will contribute positively to the development of the Urgent care service process under the leadership and guidance of the urgent care practitioners and Modern Matron. Able to work across both UTC's and Kingsbridge and Tavistock MIU's. About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 216-CB-M6772677 Job locations Derriford Hospital Derriford Rd Plymouth PL6 8DH Job description Job responsibilities Works as a competent Band 4 Assistant Practitioners/Associate Practitioners, utilising specialist knowledge and decision-making skills to demonstrate clinical skills, to promote clinical excellence and ensure an optimum standard of nursing care is delivered from admission to discharge in a timely manner2. To carry out procedures such as wound management, assisting with the manipulation of minor bone dislocations and application of Plaster of Paris as part of treatment that includes management of children and vulnerable adults.3. To promote, maintain and monitor the best possible standards of care within the resources available, commensurate with Trust and Department policies and if registered within the framework of their governing bodys Professional Code of Conduct and the Band 4 Assistant Practitioners/Associate Practitioners competency framework.4. Identifies and manages child protection issues and raises awareness with medical and nursing staff.5. Identifies and manages issues related to mental health and vulnerable adults, raising awareness with medical, AHP and nursing staff.6. Awareness of de-escalation techniques, safety measures and raises alerts to staff when dealing with conflict or challenging conversations with patients and or relatives7. Liaises with appropriate agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure care in managed for at risk patients on leaving the emergency department and/or hospital.8. To undertake safe manual handling techniques in all aspects of patient care9. To work closely with members of the multi-disciplinary team both within the department and beyond to ensure care is delivered to the patient both effectively and efficiently.10. To liaise with the NPs to refer patients to other professionals such as clinical specialities, physiotherapy and occupational therapy. Job description Job responsibilities Works as a competent Band 4 Assistant Practitioners/Associate Practitioners, utilising specialist knowledge and decision-making skills to demonstrate clinical skills, to promote clinical excellence and ensure an optimum standard of nursing care is delivered from admission to discharge in a timely manner2. To carry out procedures such as wound management, assisting with the manipulation of minor bone dislocations and application of Plaster of Paris as part of treatment that includes management of children and vulnerable adults.3. To promote, maintain and monitor the best possible standards of care within the resources available, commensurate with Trust and Department policies and if registered within the framework of their governing bodys Professional Code of Conduct and the Band 4 Assistant Practitioners/Associate Practitioners competency framework.4. Identifies and manages child protection issues and raises awareness with medical and nursing staff.5. Identifies and manages issues related to mental health and vulnerable adults, raising awareness with medical, AHP and nursing staff.6. Awareness of de-escalation techniques, safety measures and raises alerts to staff when dealing with conflict or challenging conversations with patients and or relatives7. Liaises with appropriate agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure care in managed for at risk patients on leaving the emergency department and/or hospital.8. To undertake safe manual handling techniques in all aspects of patient care9. To work closely with members of the multi-disciplinary team both within the department and beyond to ensure care is delivered to the patient both effectively and efficiently.10. To liaise with the NPs to refer patients to other professionals such as clinical specialities, physiotherapy and occupational therapy. Person Specification Shortlisting Essential Communication / team skills Shortlisting Essential Achieved grade Desirable Knowledge and experience Person Specification Shortlisting Essential Communication / team skills Shortlisting Essential Achieved grade Desirable Knowledge and experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Derriford Hospital Derriford Rd Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)