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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ANP/ Trainee ANP post within Critical Care Outreach and Acute Pain Team, BGH.
We are looking for a committed and dynamic ANP/Trainee ANP with excellent communication skills and above all a real desire and passion to work with people. If you are passionate about patient care delivering high standards whilst ensuring that our patients have a good experience you’re the person we want.
You should have significant post registration critical care experience to support your application. The ability to think quickly on your feet whilst remaining professional and calm at all times is essential. As a Trainee Advanced NMAHP Practitioner, you will be developed to function as an autonomous practitioner working independently and in conjunction with other health professionals. You will assess, diagnose and initiate treatment, investigations, advice and management of patients with a range of conditions using professional decision making processes to ensure safe, patient centred care. This will be facilitated in partnership with patients, carers and families. Within this role you will be required to work collaboratively across healthcare boundaries to develop advanced NMAHP practice within Critical Care Outreach.
You should also have experience supporting the professional development of others including teaching, clinical supervision and the application of research and audit underpinned by a strong knowledge of current care issues. You should possess the ability to prioritise fluctuating workloads, remain focused, work across professional boundaries and be flexible.
It is essential you are educated to First level degree or equivalent and have a proven track record in a senior NHS role, with a knowledge and understanding of Critical Care and Acute pain. A current driving licence is essential. This post is for 37.5 hours per week covering 7 days. This post requires PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland Check.
We are fully committed to supporting you to progress your Continuous Professional Development towards a Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Practice.
The training post will be employed as a Band 6 under Annex 21. Advanced practice competencies will be supported using a triangulation approach of academic courses, mentorship and clinical supervision. On completion of qualification, the post holder will be guaranteed a Band 7 role.
For trainees covered by Annex 21 where the period of training lasts for between one and four years, pay will be as follows:
- up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate;
- more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate of the qualified;
- more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65 per cent of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate.
- more than three years from completion of training: 60 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate.
For further guidance on Annex 21 – please follow this link: Annex 21 – Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees at NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook | NHS Employers
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Lynne McCutcheon, CNM Planned Care 01896 827411.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
**PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***