Advanced Practitioner - Out Of Hours Hubs
Elevate your career as Advanced Practitionerwith DHU Healthcare!
Are you a devoted Advanced Practitionerseeking a rewarding opportunity to continue delivering exceptional patient care at the forefront of the NHS? DHU Healthcare has a rewarding opportunity for you!
Discover job satisfaction as you begin your rewarding new career journey. Your dedication to supporting patients and positively impacting lives will make you an integral part of our unwavering commitment to delivering the highest level of service every day at DHU.
Your new colleagues will be a diverse multi-disciplinary community who, as a team, work collaboratively utilising their expertise to ensure that together we achieve collective brilliance.
Main duties of the job
What your typical day looks like:
* To practice autonomously without direct supervisionacross the four pillars of advanced practice of 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 of relevant specialisms.
* To exhibit excellent nonverbal and verbal communication skills when dealing with patients and carers. To have the ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively.
* To maintain appropriate clinical records in line with current practice guidelines.
About us
We understand that digital applications may not be suitable for everyone. If you need to apply in a way that better meets your needs, please contact us, and we will gladly provide a format that works for you. For more information about our recruitment process,click here,or reach out to our Talent Acquisition team atCareers@DHUHealthCare.nhs.uk
At DHU Healthcare, we take pride in our diversity and foster an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, free from discrimination or bias. We warmly welcome applications from all individuals, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. To read more about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion pledge and see the progress we have made, pleaseclick here,or alternatively, you can reach out to our ED&I team atEDandI@DHUHealthcare.nhs.uk
We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring and strive to create a workplace where you can thrive.
Job responsibilities
What DHU can offer you:
Locations:
* 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
Working Patterns:We recognise that 9-5 doesnt work for everyone, so we have a range of working patterns available to suit your work/life balance.Our friendly team will work with you to find the best fixed pattern for us both.
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:
As part of our team at DHU Healthcare, we believe in rewarding you, our colleague, for your hard work and dedication to providing the very best in patient care. As part of our team, you can enjoy a host of benefits to enhance your wellbeing.
Health Cash Plan: After six months with us, you'll enjoy 24/7 GP access for you and your family. You'll also receive a free Level 1 Health Cash Plan from the Personal Group, covering dental, optical, and therapy costs to support your health and well-being whenever you need it.
Access to the DHU Hub:Offering exclusive shopping and entertainment discounts, well-being resources, a health portal, and our enhanced Employee Assistance Programme.
NHS Pension Scheme: Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence, allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!
Car Lease Scheme:DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.
Referral Programme: Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.
Birthday Leave Guarantee:Birthday leave isn't compulsory; it's entirely up to you! We cant always celebrate with you, so whether you choose to take the day off and indulge in a well-deserved break or prefer to work and save your leave for another time, the decision is yours to make!
To be a successful Advanced Practitioner youll need:
* 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 and multi-professional team
* Can show evidence of using autonomous physical examination and assessment skills in practice
* 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.
Person Specification
Experience
* A minimum of 2 modules at level 7 1 Modules must include 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
* To be a Registered Adult Nurse registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), a Paramedic registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) or a pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (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 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.
£62,484 to £72,865 a yearPro rata Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
M0051-25-0039
Job locations
Thorpe Road
LE13 1SJ
Market Harborough Urgent Care Centre, St Luke’s Hospital
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