Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Guernsey - Emergency
Department
Join our client in the picturesque setting of Guernsey as a Permanent Advanced Nurse Practitioner within the Emergency Department. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) will be expected to work within the 12 bedded Emergency Department which treats all emergency attendances across the Bailiwick of Guernsey. The department comprises of 6 majors bays, 1 paediatric bay, 2 resuscitation bays, an eye room, a triage room and a minor assessment room. All patients are assessed and cared for by a team of specialist doctors and nurses that treat approximately 23,000 patients a year. The department manages the care and wellbeing needs for both adults and children.
Salary
Grade: 8A £67,355 - £78,366 BAR £80,716 per annum.
About the Role
As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will play a key role in the Emergency Department, delivering high-quality patient care and collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals. Your expertise will be instrumental in assessing, diagnosing, and managing a range of acute clinical conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- To provide leadership and support in the assessment, planning and delivery of patient/client care within the agreed areas of responsibility.
- To closely monitor the standards of practice, identifying and addressing factors which may impact on the quality of patient/client care.
- To ensure that risk assessment strategies are employed within areas of responsibility and that relevant actions are taken to minimise any identified risks.
- To utilise information and data from a range of sources to identify problems, guide decision-making processes and develop a strategic direction for service delivery.
- To provide leadership and guidance in promoting service user involvement in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care.
- To keep abreast of the political and professional developments impacting on contemporary nursing practice.
- To ensure that the NMC professional code of conduct, and other professional standards set by the NMC are upheld by staff members working within the post-holder’s sphere of responsibility.
- To develop effective channels of communication between the practice area of responsibility and other relevant departments and agencies.
- To maintain practice expertise through the delivery of patient/client care one day a week on a supernumerary basis.
Ideal Candidate
Minimum Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse with relevant emergency care experience at a senior level.
- Approved Teaching/Mentoring Qualification.
- Degree in a related field
- Current EPALS/ALS.
- Masters degree in Advanced Clinical Practice qualification.
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification.
Full Qualifications: Management Qualification Royal College of Emergency Medicine Advanced Clinical Practitioner Credentialing as Associate Member.
Benefits
This role comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive relocation package to assist you with your transition to Guernsey. Experience the unique lifestyle and community that this beautiful island has to offer while furthering your career in a supportive and innovative healthcare environment.
Application Process
If you are a qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner looking for a permanent position in Guernsey, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our client’s team in the Emergency Department. Head Medical will support you with all aspects of the application process. Your next career step awaits.