Advanced Clinical Practitioner
1 month ago
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our passionate and forward-thinking frailty team and virtual ward. A role has become available on a fixed term basis for 12 months as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner. Working with the current team of Consultants, ACP's, GP trainees and specialist nurse, you will play a pivotal role in the identification, assessment and management of patients who would benefit from the collaborative care of the virtual ward.
You will also have a regular opportunity to work across the 4 pillars of advanced practice. Your involvement in education would be encouraged, along with audit, service development and leadership.
We welcome applicants to apply for both an ACP post following completion of MSc, and trainee ACP who are currently on the MSc pathway.
Main duties of the job
Practice autonomously as an ACP using collaborative and independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement, manage, and evaluate clinical nursing and medical care in the management of patients
You will be responsible for the initial treatment of patients presenting with undifferentiated or undiagnosed conditions and make professional autonomous decisions regarding treatment within your scope of practice
Prescribe medicines independently and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice to optimise treatment.
Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team to plan the safe discharge of patients when required
Liaise with nursing staff, Consultants and junior doctors on an on-going basis, informing them of patients management plans as appropriate
Plan and co-ordinate the patient's assessment, treatment and discharge/admission
Participate in audit, clinical governance and other clinical meetings where the outcomes and recommendations have the potential to improve the quality of care; give case presentations as required.
Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical policies, procedures and guidelines
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description for full details.
STAFF CAR PARKING
Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.
For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.
This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
Registered nurse or equivalent AHP First or second-class honours degree (minimum 2:2) from a UK university or comparable institution Pg Dip Advanced Nursing Practice or equivalent (level 7). MsC Advanced clinical practice Recognised, up to date Non-medical prescribing qualification Evidence of continuous professional development Postgraduate ENB 998 Teaching / Mentorship Course or equivalent
Desirable
ILS/ALS Further professional qualification ANP/ ACP linked to role Qualification in advanced communication skills
Experience and knowledge
Essential
Extensive recent relevant experience of face-to-face patient care Extensive experience of working as a trainee in advanced practice at band 7 or above Demonstrates evidence of clinical competencies in acute emergency care Experience of undertaking expanded roles within the speciality applied for
Desirable
Demonstrable experience and involvement in clinical audit methods and quality initiatives Experience of teaching
Skills and abilities
Essential
Evidence of working on own initiative, managing time and prioritising Understand team nursing and team working Ability to think logically, to make decisions, cope with stress, and work with all levels of staff To have clear speaking voice and fluency in written/spoken English Excellent communication skills Good listening skills Possess imagination and intuition Be able to demonstrate wide knowledge base Demonstrate excellent leadership skills Able to work proactively Computer skills Influential and persuasive Ability to motivate and develop staff and change practice in line with national strategic drivers Excellent multidisciplinary team working skills
Desirable
Good presentation skills
Personal qualities
Essential
Eager to embrace change To be confident in autonomous face-to-face and virtual patient interactions Flexible approach to working hours and duties Understanding and commitment to Acute medicine and frailty CareWe have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below
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