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Go back Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust OPAT Nurse PractitionerThe closing date is 29 June 2025As a registered Nurse you will be responsible for the support and delivery of a high quality care service, offering a person centred approach to their independence and well- being enabling patients to have treatment in their own homes. This is an exciting opportunity to develop both clinically and a professionally by joining our OPAT service (outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy). You will have responsibility for the OPAT service and leading a small team at the RUH (Royal United Hospital). You will need to be able to work flexibly to cover a Monday - Friday service, working autonomously to provide support to an existing IV Therapy Nurse Practitioner. You should have the recognised NMC prescribing course or a willingness to undertake. If you have recent experience of caring for Patients with Central venous access devices (PICC`s and Ports) and administration of IV medicines this would be an advantage. However in house training is offered should this be required. Ideally the successful candidate would have prior experience of treating and advising patients, either in or out of a hospital setting. You should have a teaching qualification recognised by the NMC and be able to provide evidence of teaching and training staff, patients and carers. Communication is an essential skill as you will communicate with a multidisciplinary team at all levels, both in the acute and primary care setting. Main duties of the jobPatient assessment regarding suitability for OPAT Clarification of treatment plan and coordination of MDT meeting if necessary Establish the most suitable agency for the administration of the drug - e.g. district nurses, community hospital, patient or carer Work together with clinical teams to coordinate discharge Educate patient/ carer/ community teams regarding line care, drug administration, potential problems, etc. Availability to see patients in outpatients with their clinical team Support community teams and patients within working hours Monitoring weekly blood tests and inform clinical teams of any concerns Monitoring of line care Review of treatment plan with relevant parties if required Liaison with clinical team for further prescriptions - e.g. oral therapy if required Line removal at the end of treatment course Ensure appropriate follow-up at end of therapy About usAt the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool! We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Job responsibilitiesPlease find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person SpecificationEssential and DesirableRegistered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council Demonstrates evidence of on-going continuous professional development. Educated to degree level or with appropriate level of experience - Nurse Practitioner course with completed and up to date competence in clinical assessment and history taking (or completion within 2 years of starting post). Teaching and assessing qualification recognised by the NMC. Nurse prescribing course, or willing to undertake within 2 years Recognised Prescribing Course. LEO course or equivalent recognised leadership course. European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent. Experience of working in primary care Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery CouncilRegistered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council Recognised Prescribing Course. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust AddressRoyal United Hospital NHS Foundation Trust £46,148 to £52,809 a yearper annum, pro rata ContractFixed term Duration9 months Working patternPart-time Reference number427-7004171 Job locationsRoyal United Hospital NHS Foundation Trust#J-18808-Ljbffr