Job summary
County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust is looking to
appoint Acute Care Practitioner in the Emergency Department at Darlington
Memorial Hospital.
This innovative role provides an excellent career
development opportunity for Nurse Practitioners with appropriate skills and
qualifications to assess and manage the Major-type patients in Emergency
Medicine.
The appointments will provide good staff wellbeing, will
have dedicated study leave, 3 hours a week self-direct study time to develop
own skills and training and working with a named educational supervisor.
The post holder will work under the direction of a
supervising Consultant and mentor, working collaboratively with other members
of the clinical team within the Trusts policies and clinical guidelines.
Successful appointees will perform delegated duties with a high degree of
clinical skill and knowledge, working within both adult and paediatric
emergency areas.
The post will have a nominal base at Darlington
Memorial Hospital, Emergency Department.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for the assessment,
diagnosis, management and discharge / referral of patients with a wide range of
undiagnosed problems within clinical guidelines.
Able to treat undifferentiated patients (including
paediatric patients) attending the ED, providing high quality care.
Recognise minor illness / minor injuries pathologies and
manage accordingly, referring for relevant follow up as appropriate.
Work as an independent ACP assessing patients using
specific protocols for pathways including but not exclusively: wheezy child, croup, head, neck and chest
injuries, TIA's, seizure patients
Able to request and interpret relevant investigations to
support diagnosis and care planning.
Perform diagnostic / therapeutic procedures including but
not exclusively: Fascia lliac blocks, haematoma
blocks, fracture and dislocation reductions, ABG's and interpretation, ECG
interpretation.
Ensuring continuity of care during a span of duty.
Perform triage duties for Ambulance handover when required
and take responsibility for triggering time to treatment.
Work within the multi-disciplinary team to
ensure effective team working in the provision of care to ED patients.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a senior member of the team support junior staff in
addressing health education and promotional needs.
Identify and safeguarding concerns and act on them.
Ensure the safe admission of drugs in accordance with Trust
policy administering medications within Patient Group Directions (PGD's).
Ensure accurate and legible records are kept in accordance
with Trust policy and NMC guidelines.
Ensure rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient is
protected at all times.
Act as patient advocate in all matters relating to his/her
care, treatment and welfare.
Contribute to the development of audit systems and data
analysis/management within the department, ensuring changes in best practice
are embedded in the ED.
Develop clinical protocols/guidelines and standards to
facilitate practice developments.
Keep up to date with and lead the application of relevant
research findings to practice.
Work within and maintain practice according to NMC Code of
Conduct, Trust policies and procedures.
Participate in Trust and service governance and audit
projects, leading in their own area of expertise.
Keep up to date with
departmental/E learning and to maintain personal portfolio of Royal College of
Emergency Medicine.
Communication and working relationships
associated with the role:
Facilitate and co-ordinate communication with patients,
relatives and other members of staff.
Be responsible for effective communication with patients,
relatives and other members of staff.
Attend department/directorate meetings as appropriate.
Be proficient in all communication modalities within the
department.
Be proficient in the use of and data extraction.
Attend on behalf of the department/directorate meetings with
key stakeholders as required.
Ensure effective customer relations.
Establish and maintain
communication with individuals, outside agencies and groups about difficult or complex matters
overcoming any problems in communication.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a senior member of the team support junior staff in
addressing health education and promotional needs.
Identify and safeguarding concerns and act on them.
Ensure the safe admission of drugs in accordance with Trust
policy administering medications within Patient Group Directions (PGD's).
Ensure accurate and legible records are kept in accordance
with Trust policy and NMC guidelines.
Ensure rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient is
protected at all times.
Act as patient advocate in all matters relating to his/her
care, treatment and welfare.
Contribute to the development of audit systems and data
analysis/management within the department, ensuring changes in best practice
are embedded in the ED.
Develop clinical protocols/guidelines and standards to
facilitate practice developments.
Keep up to date with and lead the application of relevant
research findings to practice.
Work within and maintain practice according to NMC Code of
Conduct, Trust policies and procedures.
Participate in Trust and service governance and audit
projects, leading in their own area of expertise.
Keep up to date with
departmental/E learning and to maintain personal portfolio of Royal College of
Emergency Medicine.
Communication and working relationships
associated with the role:
Facilitate and co-ordinate communication with patients,
relatives and other members of staff.
Be responsible for effective communication with patients,
relatives and other members of staff.
Attend department/directorate meetings as appropriate.
Be proficient in all communication modalities within the
department.
Be proficient in the use of and data extraction.
Attend on behalf of the department/directorate meetings with
key stakeholders as required.
Ensure effective customer relations.
Establish and maintain
communication with individuals, outside agencies and groups about difficult or complex matters
overcoming any problems in communication.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- The ability to work under pressure.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Child and adult protection knowledge.
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology.
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to work cohesively within the multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate effectively highly complex and sensitive matters (verbal and written communication) with colleagues, patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies.
- Ability to adhere to regulations as well as work flexibly to meet the needs of the Trust.
- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure.
- An inquiring and critical approach to work
- Commitment to life-long learning and professional development.
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Bachelor Degree (Level 6).
- Completed Masters Qualification in Clinical Skills or working towards this qualification (Level 7).
- Prepared to work towards competency portfolio for RCEM credentialisation in the first six months of commencing the role.
- Hold current ILS and PILS certification.
- Have non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards within the first 18 months of employment.
- Willing to work towards TILS within first two and half years of employment.
- Willing to work towards Paediatric Clinical Skills (Level 7) and commencement of competencies within two and a half years of employment.
Desirable
- Completed Core Essential Training for internal applicants
Experience
Essential
- Previous clinical experience to the level of a Band 6.
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Bachelor Degree (Level 6).
- Completed Masters Qualification in Clinical Skills or working towards this qualification (Level 7).
- Prepared to work towards competency portfolio for RCEM credentialisation in the first six months of commencing the role.
- Hold current ILS and PILS certification.
- Have non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards within the first 18 months of employment.
- Willing to work towards TILS within first two and half years of employment.
- Willing to work towards Paediatric Clinical Skills (Level 7) and commencement of competencies within two and a half years of employment.
Desirable
- Completed Core Essential Training for internal applicants
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered General Nurse with NMC Registration
- Or
- HCPC Registration
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- The ability to work under pressure.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Child and adult protection knowledge.
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology.
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to work cohesively within the multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate effectively highly complex and sensitive matters (verbal and written communication) with colleagues, patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies.
- Ability to adhere to regulations as well as work flexibly to meet the needs of the Trust.
- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure.
- An inquiring and critical approach to work
- Commitment to life-long learning and professional development.
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Bachelor Degree (Level 6).
- Completed Masters Qualification in Clinical Skills or working towards this qualification (Level 7).
- Prepared to work towards competency portfolio for RCEM credentialisation in the first six months of commencing the role.
- Hold current ILS and PILS certification.
- Have non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards within the first 18 months of employment.
- Willing to work towards TILS within first two and half years of employment.
- Willing to work towards Paediatric Clinical Skills (Level 7) and commencement of competencies within two and a half years of employment.
Desirable
- Completed Core Essential Training for internal applicants
Experience
Essential
- Previous clinical experience to the level of a Band 6.
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Bachelor Degree (Level 6).
- Completed Masters Qualification in Clinical Skills or working towards this qualification (Level 7).
- Prepared to work towards competency portfolio for RCEM credentialisation in the first six months of commencing the role.
- Hold current ILS and PILS certification.
- Have non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards within the first 18 months of employment.
- Willing to work towards TILS within first two and half years of employment.
- Willing to work towards Paediatric Clinical Skills (Level 7) and commencement of competencies within two and a half years of employment.
Desirable
- Completed Core Essential Training for internal applicants
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered General Nurse with NMC Registration
- Or
- HCPC Registration
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.
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.
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
