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Emergency Nurse Practitioner / Emergency Care Practitioner

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
This job is closed to applications

Location
Canterbury, England
Salary
£47,810 - £54,710 per annum
Profession
Nurse practitioner
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
17 Feb 2026
Contract Type
Fixed term: 9 months (cover until September 2026)
Posted Date
10 Feb 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

In this role, you will work autonomously as an independent practitioner, managing a diverse caseload of patients presenting with minor injuries and undiagnosed conditions. You will deliver expert clinical care in accordance with established protocols and guidelines, ensuring timely assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and appropriate referral.

As a key member of the emergency team, you will demonstrate advanced clinical skills, critical thinking, and sound decision-making. You will also be expected to act as a role model, contributing to the ongoing development of high-quality emergency care and supporting best practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment, delivering patient-centred care and making a real impact on the local community.

Main duties of the job

To see and treat patients with a wide variety of minor illnesses and injuries.       •    Demonstrate effective clinical practice with a sound knowledge base incorporating proven research to enhance person-centred care, acting as a patient advocate. •    Safely manage patient caseload and work within Trust Protocols and guidelines for ED •    To be IT literate and be able to use electronic patient records, which will allow other health professionals to continue patient care if required. Writing concise notes.  •    Promote a learning environment for all grades of staff allocated to the Department by taking an active role in teaching.   •    Actively participate in the See-and-Treat of patients attending the Department within relevant protocols.   •    To work in a navigational role signposting patients to the appropriate areas and providing clinical expertise.   •    Work with the Nurse in Charge to prioritise and promote effective and timely flow of patients

  • Provide clinical expertise for vulnerable patients in waiting room, giving advice, analgesia if indicated and reassurances with clinical care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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This advert is for Emergency Nurse Practitioner / Emergency Care Practitioner with East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust in Canterbury, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Nurse practitioner Emergency Medicine role. The advertised salary is £47,810 - £54,710 per annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 9 months (cover until September 2026). The application deadline is 17 Feb 2026.

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