Job Description

We are looking for a fully trained and practising autonomous practitioner (nurse or paramedic) who has been assessed as competent to assess, diagnose, treat and refer or discharge patients within a nurse and paramedic led unit to join our dynamic team. The Practitioner will ensure the delivery of high standards of safe and compassionate patient care within a range of minor injury and minor illness presentations, and to stabilise more serious case presentations for further management to other medical services.

It is essential that the successful candidate has a confident, calm, and empathetic approach and is able to communicate effectively as part of the team in a dynamic environment.

• You will be responsible for your own professional practice, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and the smooth running of the Minor Injury Unit.
• You will also act as a resource for staff, provide professional clinical leadership, and provide health education and training to patients and carers as required.
• The post holder will be required to work as part of a skilled team to support the provision of an effective and safe clinical service.
• You will assist in providing best practice for patients, and when appropriate, to involve relatives and carers in decision making.
• You are expected to provide autonomous, highly specialised clinical advice, examination and treatment to patients, precise record keeping and documentation, and to initiate referrals to other specialists or provide follow-up care as required.
• You will work closely with the Line Manager, MIU colleagues, and other clinical colleagues to promote good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• You will lead by example and act as a role model within the Trust, working collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and matrons, and ensure effective communication within the team.