Join DHU Healthcare as an Advanced Practitioner and elevate YOUR career. Are you a dedicated and passionate healthcare professional seeking a rewarding and exciting opportunity? Look no further! DHU Healthcare is searching for an exceptional Advanced Practitioner to join our dynamic team and make a real difference in patient care. Location: Enderby Urgent Care Centre, Enderby Leisure Centre, Mill Lane, Enderby, Leicestershire, LE19 4LX Market Harborough Urgent Care Centre, St Lukes Hospital, 31 Leicester Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7BN Hinckley & Bosworth Community Hospital, Ashby Road, Hinkley, Leicestershire, LE10 3DA Contract Type:
Full Time - Permanent Main Duties of the Job
Your typical day: To practice autonomously without direct supervision across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research. To utilise advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, treat, and refer patients requiring the clinical service. To recognise the need for, initiate, and where appropriate, interpret relevant diagnostic investigations. To recognise the need for and initiate where appropriate advice from relevant specialisms. To exhibit excellent nonverbal and verbal communication skills when dealing with patients and carers, making clear decisions with confidence and communicating these effectively. To maintain appropriate clinical records in line with current practice guidelines. To Be a Successful Advanced Practitioner:
Registered Adult Nurse registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), Paramedic registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC), or Pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Registered as an independent non-medical prescriber. Educated to Masters level award or equivalent. Substantial autonomous practice working in a multi-professional team. Can demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children. Has experience in one of the following: nurse-led clinics, emergency care centres, out of hours facilities, or walk-in centres. Consolidated Independent Prescribing experience. About Us
DHU Healthcare is a not-for-profit community interest company providing a diverse range of services to the NHS frontline, including urgent and emergency care, primary care, out of hours services, and NHS 111. We care for patients across the East and West Midlands, a population totalling around 14 million. As a socially conscious organisation, we provide compassionate, high-quality care to our patients and offer a supportive work environment to our 2,500 DHU employees. At DHU Healthcare, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and remain committed to ensuring every person in each of our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. As such, we welcome applications from a diverse audience representing the communities we continue to serve. Job Responsibilities
What DHU Can Offer You: Generous annual leave entitlement: Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/Per Annum. Employee Benefits: Health Cash Plan:
We take care of your health and wellbeing with health cash plans provided through Westfield Health. NHS Pension Scheme:
Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Car Lease Scheme:
DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave:
We offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life. Referral Programme:
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You can choose to take your birthday off or work, the decision is yours! Person Specification
Experience
A minimum of 2 modules at level 7, including assessment of clinical examination skills and non-medical prescribing. Substantial autonomous practice, working in a multi-professional team. Can demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children. Can show evidence of using autonomous physical examination and assessment skills in practice. Right to work in the UK. Qualifications
Registered Adult Nurse with the NMC, Paramedic with the HCPC, or Pharmacist with the GPhC. Registered as an independent non-medical prescriber. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB). Salary:
£62,484 to £72,865 a year, Pro rata Per Annum. Contract
Permanent Working Pattern
Full-time Reference Number
M0051-AP-OOH-LLR Job Locations
Thorpe Road, LE13 1SJ Market Harborough Urgent Care Centre, St Luke’s Hospital
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