Job summary
- Main area
- Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Job ref
- 151-ZT090
- Employer
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Wexham Park Hospital
- Town
- Berkshire
- Salary
- £51,657 - £58,785 per annum incl HCAS
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/09/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Trauma Nurse Practitioner/Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner
NHS AfC: Band 7
Job overview
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide for the care and on-going management of trauma patients admitted to the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, including providing care for the presenting patient, from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will work autonomously as a senior professional within Trust and NMC policies, protocols and guidelines, demonstrating safe, clinical decision-making, high levels of critical thinking and holistic practice, adhering to trust values, policies and procedures.
As a practitioner they will also be working within the national framework and adhering to statutory and regulatory requirements inclusive of maintaining a professional portfolio of practice and competence.
The tACP will assist with audit, research and development initiating the implementation, evaluation and development of multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with medical and nursing staff for the care of patients across the Trust.
The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance and facilitate the implementation of the nursing/midwifery/AHP Strategy and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.
Working for our organisation
Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.
We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.
Join Us
Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Current unrestricted registration as a Nurse, Midwife or AHP
- Working towards, will to start MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent qualification with a commitment to complete pathway
- Mentorship/teaching course or willingness to complete in first 6 months
- Resuscitation/Life Support course (if appropriate to area and role)
- GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualifications)
Desirable criteria
- Leadership qualification/course
Experience
Essential criteria
- Minimum of 6 months experience within the speciality at a band 6 or equivalent.
- Evidence of ability to work at advanced practice level
- Management of patients with complex needs
- Evidence of delivery of training
- Clinical Supervision experience
- Contribution to audit
- Ability to initiate, sustain and evaluate change within a variety of clinical situations
Desirable criteria
- Management & Leadership experience
Skills & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Knowledge of current practice issues and interest in further learning
- Awareness of critical analysis & awareness of application of research to practice
- Evidence of good written and oral communication skills including presentations
- Able to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate solutions
- Good IT skills with ability to present information appropriately.
Desirable criteria
- Ability and initiative to develop specialist areas of interest
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jisamol Attupuram George
- Job title
- Advanced Clinical Practitioner
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07553808295
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