This is a 24-week locum nursing post, placed by Military Medical Personnel with the Ministry of Defence at HMS Raleigh Medical Centre. The nurse works within a multi-disciplinary team providing primary healthcare, occupational health and health promotion to defence personnel, including routine clinics and medicines issued under patient group directions. The role is 37.5 hours a week and may include basic ward-based nursing in a bedded-down facility. Visa sponsorship is not offered, so candidates must already hold the right to work in the UK.
What the job involves
- Deliver primary healthcare, occupational health and health promotion to defence personnel as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Run routine clinics as directed by the senior medical officer, lead clinician or senior nurse
- Contribute to local care programmes and service development, including electronic searches and audit
- Help supervise untrained staff within the practice
- Complete and keep up to date the mandatory training set out for locums in DPHC guidance
- Maintain patient safety and support healthcare governance
- Train for and show competence in issuing medicines under patient group directions and patient specific directions
- Provide basic ward-based nursing care in a bedded-down facility if required
What’s required
Qualifications
- Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training, with certification or proof of competency dated within 12 months
Registration & licences
- NMC registration as Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with valid PIN and no restrictions of practice
- Current personal medical indemnity insurance
Experience
- At least one year post-registration as Band 5 or higher in primary healthcare within the last three years (ward experience counts only for a bedded-down facility rota)
Skills & knowledge
- Evaluating the deteriorating patient, e.g. using Medical Early Warning Systems
- Venepuncture training within three years, or proof of clinical competency
- Annual immunisation and vaccination update e-learning, with certification
Checks & eligibility
- PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or Access Northern Ireland certificate
- Right to work in the UK without needing visa sponsorship, with no restriction on hours
Other
- Basic Life Support, anaphylaxis, AED and infection prevention and control, in date with certification
- Safeguarding children and young people and adults up to and including level 3, with certification
What’s offered
- Attractive hourly rates with weekly payments and a choice of payment model
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Long- and short-term assignments to suit availability
- Free uniforms if required
- Free mandatory training
- Assigned an experienced consultant for application and throughout the assignment
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Primary Healthcare Nurse employer: Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)
Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is an exceptional employer, offering locum physiotherapists the opportunity to work with the Ministry of Defence in a supportive and dynamic environment. With attractive pay rates, flexible assignments, and comprehensive training, MMP prioritises employee growth and well-being, ensuring that you are well-equipped to deliver high-quality care to service personnel. Located in Colchester, Essex, this role not only provides meaningful work but also the chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in healthcare.
Contact Details:
Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP) Recruitment Team
