Job reference: 255646
Salary: Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
Job closing date: 29/10/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Forth Valley Royal Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: Up to 36
Department: Emergency Department

This post will also be considered as in training position under Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change terms and conditions. For more information, please visit the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook (NHS Employers), specifically Chapter 30, Annex 21 – Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees, in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking a qualified Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) with a passion for minor injuries and a desire to progress to an advanced level of practice. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Emergency Department Advanced Practice Team within NHS Forth Valley.

The successful candidate will deliver autonomous care for minor injury presentations (age 1+), within both the Emergency Department and Minor Injuries Unit. You will develop your leadership skills, contribute to education and service development in line with the four pillars of advanced practice.

If not already working at an advanced level, we will support the successful candidate to undertake relevant academic modules.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified ENP with experience in managing minor injuries
• Evidence of autonomous practice and clinical decision-making
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

Band 7 Advanced ENP Essentials to undertake role:

• Qualified ENP who has completed the following HEI-accredited clinical courses: Minor Injuries or equivalent; Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300); Clinical Examination and Advanced History Taking
• Evidence of autonomous practice and clinical decision-making
• Commitment to developing self, others, and the service
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

Band 7 Annex 21 – Trainee Advanced ENP

• Qualified ENP - Completion of HEI Minor Injuries or equivalent course essential
• Willingness to undertake Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300) and Clinical Examination and Advanced History Taking
• Evidence of commitment to developing self, others, and the service
• Strong communication and team-working skills

Note: Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions will apply to trainee positions.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and can be directed to Tracey Archibald, Lead Nurse, Advanced Practice Emergency Department/Minor Injury Unit, Tracey.Archibald@nhs.scot

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may be able to offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed case by case following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks. Further information is available in the UK Government guidance on work visas.

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NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694 if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.

Supporting Documents
255646 Job Description (DOC); NHS Forth Valley - Candidate Information Pack (DOCX)