Advanced Emergency Nurse Practitioner or Trainee Advanced Emergency Nurse Practitioner

This post will also be considered as in training position under Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change terms & conditions. For more information, please visit the following link: NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook | NHS Employers. Specifically, 'Chapter 30. Annex 21 - Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees' in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking a qualified Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) with a passion for minor injuries and a desire to progress to an advanced level of practice. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Emergency Department Advanced Practice Team within NHS Forth Valley.

The successful candidate will deliver autonomous care for minor injury presentations (age 1+), within both the Emergency Department and Minor Injuries Unit. You will develop your leadership skills, contribute to education and service development in line with the four pillars of advanced practice.

If not already working at an advanced level, we will support the successful candidate to undertake relevant academic modules.

• Qualified ENP with experience in managing minor injuries
• Evidence of autonomous practice and clinical decision-making
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

• Qualified ENP who has completed the following HEI-accredited clinical courses:
  • Minor Injuries or equivalent
  • Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300)
  • Clinical Examination & Advanced History Taking
• Evidence of autonomous practice and clinical decision-making
• Commitment to developing self, others, and the service
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

• Qualified ENP - Completion of HEI Minor Injuries or equivalent course essential
• Willingness to undertake:
  • Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300)
  • Clinical Examination & Advanced History Taking
• Evidence of commitment to developing self, others, and the service
• Strong communication and team-working skills

Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change Terms & Conditions will apply to trainee positions

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Informal enquiries are welcomed and can be directed to:
Tracey Archibald - Lead Nurse, Advanced Practice Emergency Department/Minor Injury Unit Tracey.

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The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at

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