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Trauma Nurse Practitioner/Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Berkshire, SL2 4HL

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

8 September 2026

8 days left

Job description

Trauma and Orthopaedics is recruiting! Working with us at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the coo...

The post holder will provide for the care and on-going management of trauma patients admitted to the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, including providing care for the presenting patient, frominitialhistory taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,treatmentand evaluation of care. They will work autonomously as a senior professional within Trust and NMC policies, protocols and guidelines,demonstratingsafe, clinical decision-making,high levelsof critical thinking and holistic practice, adhering to trust values,policiesand procedures.

As a practitioner they will also be working within the national framework and adhering to statutory and regulatory requirements inclusive ofmaintaininga professional portfolio of practice and competence.

ThetACPwillassistwithaudit, research and developmentinitiatingthe implementation, evaluation and development of multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with medical and nursing staff for the care of patients across the Trust.

The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance andfacilitate the implementation of the nursing/midwifery/AHP Strategy and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.

We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.

Join UsWhether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.

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Qualifications

Essential

  • Current unrestricted registration as a Nurse, Midwife or AHP
  • Working towards, will to start MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent qualification with a commitment to complete pathway
  • Mentorship/teaching course or willingness to complete in first 6 months
  • Resuscitation/Life Support course (if appropriate to area and role)
  • GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualifications)

Desirable

  • Leadership qualification/course

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 6 months experience within the speciality at a band 6 or equivalent.
  • Evidence of ability to work at advanced practice level
  • Management of patients with complex needs
  • Evidence of delivery of training
  • Clinical Supervision experience
  • Contribution to audit
  • Ability to initiate, sustain and evaluate change within a variety of clinical situations

Desirable

  • Management & Leadership experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Knowledge of current practice issues and interest in further learning
  • Awareness of critical analysis & awareness of application of research to practice
  • Evidence of good written and oral communication skills including presentations
  • Able to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate solutions
  • Good IT skills with ability to present information appropriately.

Desirable

  • Ability and initiative to develop specialist areas of interest

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

28 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

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