Advanced Clinical Practitioner

4 weeks ago

Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

The post holder will operate within the defined expectations and core capabilities of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) as outlined in the following frameworks and guidelines:

  • Multi-professional framework for Advanced Clinical Practice in England (HEE, 2017)
  • Royal College of Surgeons of England & Edinburgh Curriculum Framework (2023)
  • UHS Trust Framework for Advanced Practice
  • Trust SCP Job Description

Main Duties of the Job

Theatre and Outpatient Clinics: Time will be divided between operating theatres and outpatient clinics, including managing outpatient wound care within their scope of practice.

Specialist Knowledge: Utilise extensive cardiothoracic surgical specialist knowledge at the MSc level.

Direct Clinical Support: Provide specialist clinical advice and support and liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT).

Surgical Skills: Perform surgical skills in the peri-operative environment as first and second assistant.

Working for Our Organisation

At University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

  • Expert Specialist Resource: Act as an expert specialist resource and educator for colleagues, patients, carers, and families to achieve effective patient care and recovery.

Collaboration and Improvement:

  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work closely with Consultant Surgeons, Surgical Care Practitioners, the Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner, and other MDT members.
  • Service Re-appraisal: In conjunction with the Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner, will be responsible for overseeing and delivering service improvements and audit cycles to optimise delivery of patient care.

Key Skills and Attributes:

  • Advanced clinical and surgical knowledge in cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively within an MDT.
  • Commitment to continuous service improvement and patient care quality.
  • Educational and mentoring capabilities to support the development of colleagues and improve patient outcomes.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person Specification

Shortlisting Criteria

Essential Criteria

  • NMC or HCPC registration
  • MSc with surgical credentialing or surgical care practice
  • Significant experience within cardiac surgery
  • Operate as first and second assistant with high level of clinical skills
  • Ability to work well within a team environment

Desirable Criteria

  • Participated in outpatient clinics
  • Wound care experience
  • Effective time management skills
  • Leadership skills

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential Criteria

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

Important Information for Applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing Adverts Early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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