Job summary Utilise your expertise to make an impact in our St Albans Integrated Urgent Care Hub. We are looking for outstanding staff to help us deliver outstanding care to the community of St Albans. Working within the wider HUC unscheduled care division and with local healthcare providers, the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Care Practitioner will complete the assessment and treatment of patients at a Nurse led Integrated Urgent Care Hub (IUCH), who may present with acute and/or chronic illnesses and/or injury; in order to determine a clinical diagnosis, treatment and appropriate discharge. Our service runs 09:00-18:00, 364 days a year (closed Christmas Day). Successful applicants will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including remote GPs, other ANPs/ENPs/ECPs (Urgent Care Practitioners) and operational staff. All staff are expected to contribute to meeting Key Performance Indicators mandated by the service within the time frames identified. The post holder will work the full complement of the rota as required by the service. Main duties of the job Using your streaming/triage experience gained within an urgent treatment centre/emergency department or minor injury unit, you will receive patients as they present with complex and/or chronic illnesses and/or injury, that have been triaged and referred by the patients own GP or 111. Autonomously undertaking clinical assessments, to determine a clinical diagnosis, treatment and appropriate discharge. About us You'll be able to access a fantastic range of benefits. These include: Salary £60,819 pro-rata per annum NHS Pension Scheme - we contribute around 20% to your pension. NMC reimbursement (exclusions apply) Wide-ranging continuous professional development programme including support with appraisal/revalidation Development opportunities including further funded courses Access to NHS and Employee lifestyle discounts Employee Assistance Programme We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £60,819 a year per annum for full-time equivalent Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 4265-6781771-SAIUC11 Job locations St Albans Integrated Urgent Care Hub - St Albans City Hospital Waverley Road St Albans AL3 5PN Job description Job responsibilities Working within the wider HUC unscheduled care division and with local healthcare providers, the Advanced Nurse Practitioner will complete the assessment and treatment of patients at a Nurse led Integrated Urgent Care Hub (IUCH), who may present with acute and/or chronic illnesses and/or injury; in order to determine a clinical diagnosis, treatment and appropriate discharge. Successful applicants will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including remote GPs, other ANPs/ENPs/ECPs (Urgent Care Practitioners) and operational staff. All staff are expected to contribute to meeting Key Performance Indicators mandated by the service within the time frames identified. The post holder will work the full complement of the rota as required by the service. Principle Responsibilities will Include: To autonomously undertake clinical assessments, diagnose, treat and discharge patients over the age of 1 with a wide range of minor illnesses and injuries, that have been triaged and referred by the patients own GP or 111. This includes but is not limited to: Interpretation of ECGs Wound Closure Diagnosis and management of minor illness presentations Diagnosis and management of minor injury presentations Minor ENT and Ophthalmic presentations Management of uncomplicated fractures To offer advice and health education as appropriate To support access for patients within the UCH opening hours and facilitate a clear patient pathway Enable patients to carry out self-care as appropriate, through effective communication of health care advice Following agreed Patient Group Directions administer simple analgesics to patients whilst awaiting senior clinical review if clinically indicated Recognise the acutely ill patient and the need for urgent/emergency treatment acting appropriately with other clinical support as required Identify any safeguarding concerns and make appropriate referrals following safeguarding processes To be committed to working in a changing environment, responding positively to new demands and changes and to be willing to be flexible to the changing needs of the service To promote and facilitate audit and research-based practice as required To direct patients appropriately to the right professional within appropriate time frame To assess and priorities presenting patients in terms of acuity whilst maintaining patient safety at all times. To support clinicians and other members of the team to ensure timely care to patients. Professional To recognise and work within own limitations at all times. Adhere to NMCs - The Code Participate and work to the policies and quality standards set by HUC Ensure that all the requirements of revalidation are met To have a personal development plan to include supervision and professional portfolio To identify own learning needs as part of individual development process Communication To work closely with all members of the HUC team and the out of hours team within the clinical hub as appropriate. To communicate professionally and effectively with patients /relatives / carers /colleagues To keep accurate and contemporaneous records of all health enquiries, including assessment, treatment, and advice regarding patient care. The documentation must clearly reflect the assessment and findings in the consultation in line with current practice and in accordance with The Code as stipulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council To attend and participate in UTC meetings as required Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship, therefore full right to work in the UK is required for this role. No agencies please. Job description Job responsibilities Working within the wider HUC unscheduled care division and with local healthcare providers, the Advanced Nurse Practitioner will complete the assessment and treatment of patients at a Nurse led Integrated Urgent Care Hub (IUCH), who may present with acute and/or chronic illnesses and/or injury; in order to determine a clinical diagnosis, treatment and appropriate discharge. Successful applicants will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including remote GPs, other ANPs/ENPs/ECPs (Urgent Care Practitioners) and operational staff. All staff are expected to contribute to meeting Key Performance Indicators mandated by the service within the time frames identified. The post holder will work the full complement of the rota as required by the service. Principle Responsibilities will Include: To autonomously undertake clinical assessments, diagnose, treat and discharge patients over the age of 1 with a wide range of minor illnesses and injuries, that have been triaged and referred by the patients own GP or 111. This includes but is not limited to: Interpretation of ECGs Wound Closure Diagnosis and management of minor illness presentations Diagnosis and management of minor injury presentations Minor ENT and Ophthalmic presentations Management of uncomplicated fractures To offer advice and health education as appropriate To support access for patients within the UCH opening hours and facilitate a clear patient pathway Enable patients to carry out self-care as appropriate, through effective communication of health care advice Following agreed Patient Group Directions administer simple analgesics to patients whilst awaiting senior clinical review if clinically indicated Recognise the acutely ill patient and the need for urgent/emergency treatment acting appropriately with other clinical support as required Identify any safeguarding concerns and make appropriate referrals following safeguarding processes To be committed to working in a changing environment, responding positively to new demands and changes and to be willing to be flexible to the changing needs of the service To promote and facilitate audit and research-based practice as required To direct patients appropriately to the right professional within appropriate time frame To assess and priorities presenting patients in terms of acuity whilst maintaining patient safety at all times. To support clinicians and other members of the team to ensure timely care to patients. Professional To recognise and work within own limitations at all times. Adhere to NMCs - The Code Participate and work to the policies and quality standards set by HUC Ensure that all the requirements of revalidation are met To have a personal development plan to include supervision and professional portfolio To identify own learning needs as part of individual development process Communication To work closely with all members of the HUC team and the out of hours team within the clinical hub as appropriate. To communicate professionally and effectively with patients /relatives / carers /colleagues To keep accurate and contemporaneous records of all health enquiries, including assessment, treatment, and advice regarding patient care. The documentation must clearly reflect the assessment and findings in the consultation in line with current practice and in accordance with The Code as stipulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council To attend and participate in UTC meetings as required Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship, therefore full right to work in the UK is required for this role. No agencies please. Person Specification Essesntial Essential NMC Registered Nurse Minor illness/Minor Injury qualification (L6 or L7) Triage/streaming experience Evidence of working with a variety of patients requiring triaging assessment and treatment (minimum of 1 year experience) MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Person Specification Essesntial Essential NMC Registered Nurse Minor illness/Minor Injury qualification (L6 or L7) Triage/streaming experience Evidence of working with a variety of patients requiring triaging assessment and treatment (minimum of 1 year experience) MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice 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. 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. 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 HUC Address St Albans Integrated Urgent Care Hub - St Albans City Hospital Waverley Road St Albans AL3 5PN Employer's website https://hucweb.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)