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Nurse Practitioner

1 month ago

Whitchurch, United Kingdom Velindre Cancer Centre Full time

Job summary

There is an exciting opportunity for Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANP) to join the acute oncology/unscheduled care team to support provision of advanced nursing practice at Velindre Cancer Centre (VCC). You will join a supportive, forward thinking, and innovative multi-disciplinary team who are committed to improving the unscheduled care service for patients who develop complications because of their cancer/cancer treatments.

You must understand the needs of acutely unwell cancer patients; with knowledge of managing acute conditions, disease progression complications, and management of systemic anti-cancer treatment complications and possess advanced communication skills.

An MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) and independent prescribing qualification is essential for this role. Applications from applicants partway through the MSc ACP pathway may be considered. It is desirable that applicants possess a valid Advanced Life Support certificate. Applicants will need to demonstrate how they meet the 4 pillars of ACP by producing a portfolio of evidence.

You will be dynamic with an ability to work autonomously, prioritise care and balance workload in a busy environment whilst supporting colleagues. A flexible approach and commitment to service development is essential for this post and you may be required to work in other areas and shift work determined by current and future demands and needs of the service.

Main duties of the job

To have a highly visible clinical presence.

To demonstrate high level clinical expertise as a Nurse Practitioner/ Advanced Nurse Practitioner and be a role model in the field of acute oncology nursing, with specific expertise in assessment of new admissions and acute care at ward level and throughout the cancer centre. To use advanced clinical skills in the assessment and management of patients, who are causing concern, or those that present to the Cancer centre To support the patient treatment helpline undertaking robust telephone triage using a recognising oncology triage tool and signposting patients to the correct place of care. Undertake holistic assessments, history taking, physical examination and psychosocial functioning of patients Review and interpret all information available utilising a systematic process of complex diagnostic reasoning to make a working and differential diagnosis. Develop and record a treatment plan consistent with the outcome of assessment and most probable diagnosis. Prescribe medications within the capacity of non-medical prescribing, adhering to Trust policy and defined scope of practice. Undertake radiological assessment of patients requiring abdominal paracentesis and perform abdominal Paracentesis procedures Participate in PICC placement and management of complications of IV access

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in ourcutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service , as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.

Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.

If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

To actively seek to contribute to the growing knowledge base of oncology and acute care nursing practice through publications and participation in conferences. To demonstrate an up to date knowledge of oncology/ acute care nursing practice and responsibility for ones own professional development. To maintain a portfolio to fulfil requirements of the four pillars of advanced practice in maintaining effective Advanced Practitioner registration which will be subject to peer annual review Maintain safe practice and development through regular peer review of evidence based practice with medical Consultant supervisor. Liaise and collaborate with multi-professional disciplines and outside agencies. To be aware of the policies, procedures and philosophies of the Trust, understanding health and safety requirements and ensure that all duties and responsibilities are carried out within these guidelines. Contribute to wider issues in the Trust, such as committee membership, clinical progression and policy development.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

MSc in Advanced Practice/ Clinical Practice or a MSc degree with evidence of working at that level to include history taking and clinical examination of patients or equivalent experience Registered General Nurse -Currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council Teaching/ Mentorship qualification

Desirable

Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willingness to undertake Advanced Life Support (ALS) Course or willingness to undertake Non medical authorisation of Blood products or willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential

Substantial experience of assessing and managing acute medical or acute oncology problems. Substantial experience of managing a variety of medical problems, for example: Oncology, Haematology, Critical Care & Acute Care, A&E/ MAU. Experience of leading teams working autonomously and service improvement Ability to work across professional boundaries

Desirable

Experience in undertaking audit and management of change in practice related to audit results IQT qualification

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

Excellent communication skills: interpersonal, written and verbal. Confidence to adapt to an evolving and changing service. Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely. Good time management, organisational skills and ability to prioritise a busy/ unpredictable workload Well developed IT skills/ word processing/ data collection/ internet skills Committed to professional development. Understanding of evidence based practice. Working knowledge of clinical governance. Ability to use research findings in clinical practice. Knowledge of national standards and policy that inform best practice (for example: NICE/ Welsh Government/Department of Health guidelines). Appreciate the accountability associated with advanced clinical roles.

Desirable

Ability to speak Welsh level 1 Innovative and motivated Ability to think strategically in relation to long-term service development Presentation skills. Reflective practitioner. Evidence of involvement with research and audit. Experience of policy and procedure writing. Understanding of the Modernisation agenda and NHS structures.

Values

Essential

High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude Strong sense of commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role. Ability to support others to develop knowledge and skills A Commitment to excellence in patient centred care

Other

Essential

Committed and flexible with shift patterns and availability Be able to work unsociable hours, evenings and weekends/

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