Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Breast) University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Job Overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. We are open to discussing flexibility in the hours you work and champion diversity, inclusiveness and an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment. Applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences are welcome. Professional and Clinical Responsibilities Provide direct expert advanced clinical practice through assessment, treatment and monitoring of care ensuring interventions and treatments are undertaken in line with best practice. Undertake advanced clinical assessment of the patient, analysing complex clinical signs, findings from physical examination, patient history and investigation results to diagnose medical/surgical conditions whilst considering differential diagnoses and initiating treatment. To assess the need for and appropriately order investigations including (though not exhaustive) blood tests, laboratory investigation, x-rays, ultrasound scans, MRI and CT scans in accordance with IR(MeR) regulations. Interpret clinical results and act on findings, initiating treatments accordingly. Perform highly skilled and advanced clinical procedures adhering to agreed protocols, capabilities in practice, guidelines and competencies; including (though not exhaustive): Peripheral and Central line cannulation, Intravenous/intra-arterial cannulation and blood sampling. Initiate emergency treatment plans for unanticipated clinical situations, including actively assisting in resuscitation of patients when required. Admit and discharge patients in accordance with unit policies and guidelines. Prescribe medications and intravenous fluids within their sphere of competence whilst complying with the Non-Medical Prescribing policy, the requirements of their professional regulatory body, and the Royal Pharmaceutical Frameworks for prescribers; or prescribe/ administer medicines under patient group directive (PGD). Lead in the undertaking of advanced skills, initiating interventions and treatments and evaluating their effectiveness. Function at an advanced level of practice as part of the multidisciplinary team as determined by capability and competency frameworks. Develop and maintain effective communication with the patient, relatives, and MDT. Communicate complex information to patients/carers during the consent process prior to commencement of treatment plans and invasive procedures, including explaining treatment options. Use advanced communication skills to impart highly sensitive, complex, and potentially distressing information to patients and carers, providing them with details of additional agencies available for emotional support in hospital or upon discharge as appropriate. Provide accurate and effective clinical handovers across all professional boundaries. Make and receive patient referrals to/from other medical specialties, health care professionals or agencies, ensuring accurate written and verbal communication. Solo transfer patients both intra and inter hospital where applicable, documenting in medical notes, history, clinical findings, physical examination, interpretation, and plan of care. Actively support the discharge planning process of patients and communicate with the receiving area/team discharge in collaboration with the healthcare team. Recognise own limitations and effectively seek appropriate help from a range of multiagency and interprofessional resources in their practice. Maintain adequate patient documentation to the requirements of professional regulatory bodies for all patients seen and where advice is given in any practice setting. Person Specification Trust Values Patients First Always Improving Working Together Skills and Competencies (Essential Criteria) Communication Keyboard skills Leadership Microsoft Office skills Presentation skills Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience (Essential Criteria) Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice – full master (180 credits) or equivalency pathway – the portfolio route – recognition by HEE centre of Advanced practice, via the supported portfolio route. Including NMP where professional registration permits. Or have formally credentialed on a nationally recognised specialty specific Advanced Clinical Practice programme for example FICM or RCEM EM ACP Speciality specific post registration qualification or training Provide evidence of Leading learning in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all Leadership and Management qualification Able to develop and implement policy, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion Provide evidence of Supporting / managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice Completion of IR(MeR) Training Extensive post registration experience in a relevant speciality Experience of Service Development Desirable Criteria Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed ALS instructor EPLS/PALS provider #J-18808-Ljbffr