Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner

1 week ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for registered healthcare professionals to join the Haematology team at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, as a Trainee Clinical Practitioner. We are looking to appoint a trainee who will be supported to undergo their ACP MSc whilst developing clinical skills within our service.

Successful post holders will undertake an extensive learning and practical working programme, to enhance current skills and knowledge within Haematology As a Trainee Advanced clinical practitioner you will undertake a combination of both on the job learning and academic study, completing a portfolio of work, alongside master's level modules with the full support of the chosen learning provider and the trust.

All Trainee ACP positions are offered on a temporary basis subject to completion of the competencies and academic requirements of the Apprenticeship. On successful completion of the Apprenticeship you will be guaranteed a position as a permanent qualified ACP within the Trust in the specialism you have completed your Apprenticeship.

This post is due to start in September and early release will be required to facilitate University commencement.

Main duties of the job

The Advanced Clinical Practitioner will work autonomously as a practitioner. They will undertake clinical assessments for acute, emergency, and elective haematology patients. They will order and carry out investigations and initiate treatments within defined competence and protocols in collaboration with the senior clinicians and multi-professional team.

The ACP will lead, develop, implement, and evaluate the delivery of elective assessment services.

They will provide leadership and clinical support to nurses working in the service in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary and senior nursing team.

Please also note this vacancy is a training/development post so all applicants will start at Band 6 rising to Band 7 once the post holder has successfully demonstrated the completion of the relevant Advanced Practice Post Graduate Diploma, and a portfolio of evidence containing supervised learning events which demonstrate completion of the clinical element of the core curriculum outlined in the Multi-Professional Advanced Clinical Practice Framework (HEE 2017).

The successful candidate will rotate through all areas of Haematology, including Haematology day case unit. The person will work within a team but also on their own initiatives, they should enjoy a fast-paced challenging environment.

Working for our organisation

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 3 years due to this being an apprenticeship/training programme. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts.

A learner/applicant must be a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake an apprenticeship training programme.

Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria

Honours degree recognised in the UK at 2.2 or above in a related health care subject, or an equivalent qualification (HEI requirement) Willing and able to successfully complete a full Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice Evidence of relevant continuous professional development Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake and successfully complete Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration or registered HCPC with relevant clinical experience

Desirable criteria

Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing Recognised Teaching & Assessment Qualification Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience post graduate qualification in Advanced practice

Experience

Essential criteria

3 years relevant post registration experience (HEI Requirement) Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working Evidence of delivering training/ education to others Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working

Desirable criteria

Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice Evidence of contribution to audit and research programs Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g. sickness/absence, recruitment/selection

Skills and Knowledge

Essential criteria

Can prioritise and manage own workload when faced with conflicting pressures High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations Demonstrates ability to work/learn self-directed

Desirable criteria

In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management Excellent presentation skills Ability to order and interpret appropriate clinical investigations Study of therapeutics/diagnostics Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships Self-motivated and able to work independently. Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude Commitment to staff development and training Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service. Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure

When selecting to apply via NHS Jobs, you will be redirected to our preferred recruitment system called Trac. You will be asked to create and submit your application via the Trac recruitment system.

You will not be able to track the progress of your application or receive messages through the NHS Jobs website, and furthermore, as an employer, we will not be able to respond to any e-mails sent to us via the NHS Jobs website. All communications should be sent via your Trac system account.

If you are offered employment at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals your information will be transferred from the Trac recruitment system into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. In addition, in submitting an application form, you authorise our Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the ESR IAT process should you be appointed.

Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email sent via the Trac recruitment system, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

The Trust is committed to its obligations in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any assistance in applying for the position please contact the General or Medical Human Resources Departments on the number identified on the NHS Jobs page for the organisation.

Job Share applicants are welcome for all full time posts unless indicated but cannot be guaranteed. In addition for Fixed Term Contracts, internal secondments may be considered, please seek the approval of your current line manager before applying for the position.

All employment with the Trust is subject to a number of NHS Employment Checks being met to a satisfactory standard including verification of identity, eligibility to work in the United Kingdom, references and qualifications in addition to professional registration, a disclosure and barring records check and occupational health check if these are deemed to be a requirement for the position to be undertaken.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

Job Description (PDF, 200.4KB) Personal Specification (PDF, 176.6KB) Candidate Application Best Practice Guide - please read before completing your application (PDF, 236.3KB) Information for Applicants on the Trust & Selection Process (PDF, 763.8KB) Getting to Work at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (PDF, 501.0KB) Candidates with Disabilities Useful Contacts (PDF, 113.1KB) Applicants - How We Use Your Information (PDF, 87.4KB) Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 124.0KB) Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.7MB) Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

NameRachael Wilkinson-HallJob titleInterim MatronEmail addressr.wilkinson-.netTelephone number

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