Job overview
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.
We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
- Cornwall Foundation Trust
- Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
- Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
We have an exciting opportunity to work in our Minor Injuries Unit within St Austell Community Hospital.
This is a Band 6 post, and we would be delighted to interview practitioners who are able to work in an advanced practice role which includes minor injuries, minor illness and paediatrics at Band 6 level. This role will working alongside a Band 6 or 5 team member and a Band 3 Health Care Assistant.
A passion for minor injury care, good communication skills, and a commitment to work in an MIU team delivering high quality care are all essential. You must be responsive to change, flexible in your approach and have a sound knowledge of professional issues.
The MIU currently operates from 8am - 8pm covering a 7-day service and is committed to delivering high quality care to the local population, which exhibits a marked increase in patient-attendance during the holiday period.
Proposed interview date: to be confirmed
Main duties of the job
- To deliver, without supervision, effective assessment and treatment of patients utilising evidence based approach. Responsible for the care needs, the management of treatment and evaluation of clinical interventions, reflecting the needs of patients attending this Unit.
- Responsible and accountable for the delivery of patient care in unit
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’.
Person specification
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to act calmly in an emergency and respond in a professional manner
- Budget management skills
- Strong commitment to teaching and learning
Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
- Knowledge and application of workforce planning, supervision and appraisals
- Confident in working automonously and delivery high quality care
Education and Experience
Essential
- Current professional registration - NMC
- Post graduate specialist training to degree level, which must incorporate minor illness
- Mentoring qualification or being willing to work towards this qualification
Desirable
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
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This advert is for Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) Practitioner with Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Bodmin, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse practitioner role. The advertised salary is £37,338 - £44,962 Pro Rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
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