Job summary The post holder will practice as an autonomous advanced practitioner within the Acute Medical Unit. Working alongside senior medical team, the post holder will examine, assess, diagnose and treat patients within their scope of professional practice. The job is practically based, intended to ensure skills and knowledge are related to high quality care and efficient service delivery, including achievement of national targets. The post holder will act, at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies. Main duties of the job Contribute to the development of an excellent clinical environment which is conducive to delivering high quality patient care and the achievement of excellence in service delivery. Work as an autonomous practitioner within Acute Medical Unit demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and skills in relation to the assessment and management of patients. Undertake full clinical assessment and examination of patients, providing a detailed medical history. Order/perform investigations and diagnostic tests as required. Interpret test results, where possible diagnose and initiate treatment plan. Refer patients appropriately to medical staff/MDT as required. Effectively communicate with GPs and other members of the Primary Care Team. Assist in the production of discharge summaries. Ensure follow up appointments/arrangements are made. Actively participate in the development of care pathways, guidelines and protocols as appropriate. Interview and support patients and their relatives. About us Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year Will work late shifts which finish at 21:30hrs Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 287-AMED-63-25 Job locations Aintree University Hospital Lower Lane Liverpool L9 7AL Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will: Participate in the Acute Medical Unit interdisciplinary educational programme Promote and display evidence of development in nursing and related clinical research which further enhance the acumen and level of professional knowledge. Ensure that own practice and that of others within the Acute Medical Unit is consistent with current research knowledge and is evidence based Establish and develop an information resource for patients and their relatives. Work collaboratively with other members of the team in undertaking research and audit programmes within the Acute Medical Unit and actively contribute to the Clinical governance Agenda. Work collaboratively with Practice Development Nurse, Matrons and General Manager to identify the training needs of nursing staff; to inform the overall Trust Training Needs Analysis. Actively contribute to reducing clinical risk and be proactive in risk management. Support the Clinical Director, General Manager and Matrons in implementing clinical governance standards and objectives. Work in liaison with the multidisciplinary teams both within the hospital and Primary Care. Provide effective support to the Matron and Sister/Charge Nurse within the Acute Medical Unit. Actively participate in service development and modernization. Work collaboratively in order to achieve the meeting of national targets Use resources effectively and actively contribute, as appropriate, to ensure robust financial management Responsible for supervising Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioners. Work with the Divisional Nurse Director (Medicine), General Manager and Matrons to develop and advance nursing practice within theAcute Medical Unit and across the Trust. Offer a patient focused service with a holistic emphasis. Act as a role model; providing support, leadership and an ethos of sharing knowledge. Establish effective working relationships across inter-disciplinary boundaries and work closely with the consultant medical staff. Possess a sound, well established clinical knowledge base within the Acute and Emergency Care specialty across a wide remit of patient groups. Ensure all documentation completed is clear, concise and legible in accordance with NMC guidelines. Work as per agreed protocols, policies and procedures and assist in the evaluation and review of such documents. Work in collaboration with other members of the Acute and Emergency Care team. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will: Participate in the Acute Medical Unit interdisciplinary educational programme Promote and display evidence of development in nursing and related clinical research which further enhance the acumen and level of professional knowledge. Ensure that own practice and that of others within the Acute Medical Unit is consistent with current research knowledge and is evidence based Establish and develop an information resource for patients and their relatives. Work collaboratively with other members of the team in undertaking research and audit programmes within the Acute Medical Unit and actively contribute to the Clinical governance Agenda. Work collaboratively with Practice Development Nurse, Matrons and General Manager to identify the training needs of nursing staff; to inform the overall Trust Training Needs Analysis. Actively contribute to reducing clinical risk and be proactive in risk management. Support the Clinical Director, General Manager and Matrons in implementing clinical governance standards and objectives. Work in liaison with the multidisciplinary teams both within the hospital and Primary Care. Provide effective support to the Matron and Sister/Charge Nurse within the Acute Medical Unit. Actively participate in service development and modernization. Work collaboratively in order to achieve the meeting of national targets Use resources effectively and actively contribute, as appropriate, to ensure robust financial management Responsible for supervising Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioners. Work with the Divisional Nurse Director (Medicine), General Manager and Matrons to develop and advance nursing practice within theAcute Medical Unit and across the Trust. Offer a patient focused service with a holistic emphasis. Act as a role model; providing support, leadership and an ethos of sharing knowledge. Establish effective working relationships across inter-disciplinary boundaries and work closely with the consultant medical staff. Possess a sound, well established clinical knowledge base within the Acute and Emergency Care specialty across a wide remit of patient groups. Ensure all documentation completed is clear, concise and legible in accordance with NMC guidelines. Work as per agreed protocols, policies and procedures and assist in the evaluation and review of such documents. Work in collaboration with other members of the Acute and Emergency Care team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Master's Degree in Clinical Nursing Active professional portfolio Specialist Acute and Emergency Care nursing qualification Life support qualification Desirable Nurse Prescriber (V300) Experience Essential Substantial experience at senior nurse in Acute and Emergency Care Autonomous practitioner Experience in teaching at clinical level Recent experience of service development Experience of establishing positive working relationships with other disciplines Operational staff management experience Experience of working with patients from diverse cultural, social ethnic backgrounds Experience of inter-agency working Knowledge Essential Clear understanding of nursing and policy issues An understanding of the relationship between Primary and Secondary Care. Knowledge of the national access targets Assessment and treatment of patients presenting to Acute and Emergency Care Skills Essential Clinically competent at senior nurse level in Acute and Emergency care (A/I) Competencies in clinical examination and diagnostic test modules Ability to provide in-depth advice and support to patients Excellent communication skills Presentation skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Highly developed leadership skills Ability to negotiate and influence others Complex problem-solving skills Evidence of audit and research skills Basic computer skills with ability to order investigations other Essential Team player Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Master's Degree in Clinical Nursing Active professional portfolio Specialist Acute and Emergency Care nursing qualification Life support qualification Desirable Nurse Prescriber (V300) Experience Essential Substantial experience at senior nurse in Acute and Emergency Care Autonomous practitioner Experience in teaching at clinical level Recent experience of service development Experience of establishing positive working relationships with other disciplines Operational staff management experience Experience of working with patients from diverse cultural, social ethnic backgrounds Experience of inter-agency working Knowledge Essential Clear understanding of nursing and policy issues An understanding of the relationship between Primary and Secondary Care. Knowledge of the national access targets Assessment and treatment of patients presenting to Acute and Emergency Care Skills Essential Clinically competent at senior nurse level in Acute and Emergency care (A/I) Competencies in clinical examination and diagnostic test modules Ability to provide in-depth advice and support to patients Excellent communication skills Presentation skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Highly developed leadership skills Ability to negotiate and influence others Complex problem-solving skills Evidence of audit and research skills Basic computer skills with ability to order investigations other Essential Team player 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 Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Aintree University Hospital Lower Lane Liverpool L9 7AL Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)