Emergency Nurse Practitioner

Epsom Sthelier; Greater London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Greater London is looking for a motivated Band 7 Emergency Nurse Practitioner. This role involves managing patient care for minor injuries and illnesses, with a strong emphasis on quality improvement and teamwork. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, and relevant qualifications, and bring extensive experience in emergency care settings. The position offers a competitive salary between £53,751 to £60,651 annually and supports personal development in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive years post-qualification experience.
• Experience working as an emergency care practitioner/ENP.
• Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and referral of patients.
• Manage quality improvement within Emergency Care.
• Participate in education and training.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to problem solve and prioritise workload

Good written communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Registered Paramedic/Nurse

Degree or equivalent experience relevant to specialty

Job description

Job Summary

The expectations within this job description will be met through professional leadership, clinical management, hands on clinical practice, education and training, and research. Duties of the Post: the post of a qualified nurse is characterised by six principle role functions: Clinical Practice, Advanced Clinical skills, Professional leadership and management, Education training and development, Evaluation of care and research, Human Resources. The balance between practice and management will vary according to day to day priorities, but will be negotiated overall with the Lead Nurse / Senior Nurse.

Band 7 - Emergency Nurse Practitioner

Rotational working cross site is expected. Base predominantly at St Helier Hospital.

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic band 7 Emergency Nurse Practitioner with proven specialist knowledge and skills. The successful candidate will bring a positive attitude to the Trust and have a flexible approach to working, with excellent communication and organisational skills. He/she will join a supportive team committed to ensuring quality patient care whilst achieving the Clinical Quality Indicators and other national targets. The role complements an existing Nurse Practitioner team.

Accountable for the total episode of care for patients presenting with minor injuries and illnesses, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referral or discharge. Commitment to quality improvement within Emergency Care is expected. Personal development will be supported.

About Us

Epsom & St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is rated as Good by the CQC and is committed to maintaining and building on this standard. The Trust operates two busy general hospitals, Epsom Hospital and St Helier Hospital, and serves over 490,000 people in south west London and north east Surrey. The Trust runs additional services from other locations and is part of integrated care partnerships. As teaching hospitals, we play a key role in education and training of future health professionals. We work with St George's Hospital and St George's Medical School.

Details

Date posted: 23 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 7

Salary: £53,751 to £60,651 a year (inclusive of HCAS, pro rata if part time)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 343-7521183-RB-SK

Job location: St Helier Hospital, wrythe lane, Carshalton, SM5 1AA

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Emergency Nurse Practitioner role at Epsom and St Helier.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Registered Paramedic/Nurse
• Degree or equivalent experience relevant to specialty
• Management of Minor Illness/Injury
• Clinical reasoning in physical assessment

Desirable Qualifications

• Masters or willingness to work towards
• Teaching and assessing course

Essential Experience

• Good basic education
• Extensive years post-qualification experience
• Experience of working as an emergency care practitioner/ENP in one of the following: General Practice/WIC/MIU/GP/OOHS/A&E

Knowledge

• Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
• Understanding of Clinical Audit & Clinical Governance

Skills

• Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
• Ability to problem solve, prioritise workload, work to deadlines and be self‑motivated
• Good written communication skills
• Willingness to develop own practice

Management

• Experience of managing a team
• Ability to maintain the Emergency Access Target

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Application for Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.

Employer details

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust St Helier Hospital wrythe lane Carshalton SM5 1AA Website: https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us