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Job summary

Main area
Emergency Department
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Part time
  • Flexible working
34.5 hours per week (Three 11.5 hours per week. Early 07.00-19.00. Middle shift 10.00-22.00, Late 12.00-00.00)
Job ref
293-EMRS1-0634
Employer
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Emergency Department
Town
LONDON
Salary
£58,133 - £65,261 per annum rota
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/09/2026 23:59
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Nurse practitioner

NHS AfC: Band 7

 

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Job overview

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) provides autonomous assessment, diagnosis and management of patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and primary care conditions within the Primary Urgent Care Centre (PUCC). The role involves taking comprehensive patient histories, undertaking clinical examinations, analysing and interpreting clinical information to support decision-making, and developing appropriate management plans. The ANP works closely with colleagues across the Emergency Department and wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and patient-centred care, while also contributing to clinical leadership, education, service development, audit and quality improvement activities.
 

***ADVERT MAY CLOSE EARLY DUE TO HIGH APPLICATIONS***  

Main duties of the job

- Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and primary care conditions autonomously. 
- Take comprehensive patient histories, undertake clinical examinations and interpret clinical information to support diagnosis and management decisions. 
- Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans, including discharge, referral or escalation of care as appropriate.
- Work closely with colleagues across the Emergency Department and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.
- Perform advanced clinical procedures and interventions within scope of practice.
- Promote health education, wellbeing and preventative care for patients.
- Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to junior staff, students and trainees. 
- Contribute to  service development, clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.
- Participate in teaching, mentorship, audit, research and the development of clinical guidelines and pathways.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure care is delivered in line with Trust policies, professional standards and evidence-based practice. 

Working for our organisation

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff.  This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan.  All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Undertake comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking and physical examination. 
  • Analyse and interpret clinical information, such as x-rays and blood test,  to support diagnosis and clinical decision-making. 
  • Develop and implement appropriate management plans, including treatment, discharge, referral and escalation of care where required. 
  • Independently manage patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed presentations within scope of practice. 
  • Perform advanced clinical skills and procedures relevant to the service. 
  • Identify and respond appropriately to medical emergencies and deteriorating patients. 
  • Provide health promotion, education and advice to patients and carers. 

Communication and Team Working

  • Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team. 
  • Work collaboratively with Emergency Department clinicians and specialty teams to ensure timely and appropriate patient care. 
  • Provide specialist advice and support to colleagues regarding patient management. 

Leadership and Management

  • Support the day-to-day operational management of the service. 
  • Contribute to workforce planning, rota management and maintaining safe staffing levels.
  • Monitor standards of care and contribute to clinical governance, risk management and service improvement initiatives. [
  • Contribute to the development and review of clinical pathways, protocols and guidelines. 

Education and Development

  • Act as a mentor, clinical educator and role model for students and junior staff. 
  • Participate in teaching, training and supervision activities. 
  • Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and reflective practice. 

Quality Improvement and Governance

  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records. 
  • Participate in audit, research and quality improvement projects to enhance patient care and service delivery. 
  • Ensure practice complies with Trust policies, professional standards and evidence-based guidelines. 

Person specification

Application form

Essential criteria
  • Registered nurse / Health Care Professional Council qualification level 6/7
  • Advanced assessment skill course - level 6/7
  • Minor illness course level 6/7
  • Practitioner Experience at Band 6/7 ENP within a primary care /Urgent Care environment
Desirable criteria
  • Non medical prescribing
  • Emergency Department experience
  • Evidence of excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with the multidisplinary team
  • Master qualification within healthcare/ Emergency care
  • Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality, information governance and data protection principles
  • Demonstrates a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Caroline Stapleton
Job title
Lead ANP Injuries and PUCC
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
02085107128

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