Job overview
The Urgent Treatment Centre (Emergency Department) at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust are delighted to offer the opportunity for an experienced Emergency Practitioner to join our team at St Richard's Hospital, in Chichester on a Bank only contract.
We have seen demand grow in Unscheduled and Emergency Care and are therefore looking to expand our multi- disciplinary team with keen, motivated and expert individuals with a breadth of knowledge in the management of minor injuries and illness. We welcome Registered Nurses, Paramedics and Physiotherapists with relevant experience.
Working as an autonomous practitioner within our Urgent Treatment Centre, you will work alongside other practitioners to provide clinical expertise in treating and diagnosing adult and paediatric patients presenting with minor injuries and illness, promoting positive patient experience and quality care.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration or HCPC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
Main duties of the job
1. Manage own caseload as Emergency Practitioner.
2. Undertake specific delegated management responsibilities. Management of Trainee EPs and junior nursing colleagues within scope of practice.
3. Be a credible clinical expert in the management of minor illness and injuries and undertake teaching/development as required for all nursing staff to enhance knowledge and promote quality care.
4. Supporting service development within the UTC, in conjunction with the Urgent Treatment Centre/Emergency Department Matron, Lead ACP & Head of Nursing.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
5. Ability to prioritise clinical workload and responsibilities.
6. Maintain flow of UTC patients in collaboration with senior nursing, medical and administrative colleagues.
7. Ensure good personal time management to enable the unit to open/close promptly and all clinical staff to have appropriate refreshment breaks.
8. Analyze and interpret history, presenting symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop differential diagnoses.
9. Make independent treatment decisions based on the interpretation of results within own scope of practice, local and national guidance.
10. Work within own scope of practice, with a view to expanding scope with appropriate teaching training and supervision.
11. Perform specific procedures (e.g. suturing, foreign body removal, manipulation and relocation of fractures/dislocations) within scope of own practice, demonstrating high level of knowledge and skill.
12. Prescribe within the scope of practice as a Registered Non-Medical prescriber.
13. Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness.
Please see attached Job Description for further details.
Person specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential criteria
14. Registered Nurse (NMC) Registered Paramedic/Physio with HCPC
15. Mentorship certificate (ENB 998, OR OTHER)
16. Degree level autonomous practitioner qualifications and current experience
17. Leadership and management experience
18. Ability to work under pressure and time restraints
19. Current EP experience in ED department, MIU, Walk in centre or similar
20. Extensive experience as a Registered Nurse/Paramedic/Physio
21. Evidence of ongoing self development
22. Evidence of developing others
Desirable criteria
23. A&E and /or other critical care course
24. Leadership and Management Course
25. Educated to Masters Level
26. Non-Medical Prescriber (or working towards)
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
27. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
28. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications