Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced nurse or AHP with an interest in Cardiology and ambitions of training as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP). We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join an established team of Acute Coronary Syndrome / Cardiology ACPs; to work collaboratively with the multi professional team in providing advanced practice within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, gaining experience, clinical knowledge, and leadership skills needed to become an advanced clinical practitioner.
You will embark on the MSc academia in advanced practice and will need to build evidence to support your core capabilities (4 pillars of advanced practice). You will be supported through your academic and clinical capabilities from the ACP leadership team with the aim to practise independently - to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate the clinical care and management of patients with acute cardiology presentations. The trainee advanced clinical practitioner will have key relationships with all members of the nursing, medical and multidisciplinary team, as well as the leadership team.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised.
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will join the Cardiology ACP team as a trainee ACP, to work a 7-day service 07:30hrs 20:30hrs working alongside our medical colleagues for inpatients through their hospital stay. This includes patients in our coronary care unit and in the ward areas. The post holder will require flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays as the service requires. We welcome your application.
As a Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (tACP) you are expected to work in conjunction with the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice as outlined in the HEE Multi-professional Framework (2017) *Clinical practice*Leadership and Management *Education*Research
This is a training post in which the practitioner will deliver, under the supervision of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP) an advanced level of clinical practice within the speciality area.
The trainee ACP will develop the knowledge and skill required to provide expert clinical management and care to patients within the speciality area.
The trainee ACP will complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of the HEE capabilities for advanced clinical practice and speciality specific competencies in practice whilst working towards a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
To be successful in your application, you will need to show evidence of clinical experience, ideally with acute care or Cardiology background, showcasing your ongoing learning and CPD. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible individual, with good organisational and excellent communication skills. You will need the ability to work in an ever changing, demanding situations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will join the Cardiology ACP team as a trainee ACP, to work a 7-day service 07:30hrs 20:30hrs working alongside our medical colleagues for inpatients through their hospital stay. This includes patients in our coronary care unit and in the ward areas. The post holder will require flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays as the service requires. We welcome your application.
As a Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (tACP) you are expected to work in conjunction with the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice as outlined in the HEE Multi-professional Framework (2017) *Clinical practice*Leadership and Management *Education*Research
This is a training post in which the practitioner will deliver, under the supervision of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP) an advanced level of clinical practice within the speciality area.
The trainee ACP will develop the knowledge and skill required to provide expert clinical management and care to patients within the speciality area.
The trainee ACP will complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of the HEE capabilities for advanced clinical practice and speciality specific competencies in practice whilst working towards a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
To be successful in your application, you will need to show evidence of clinical experience, ideally with acute care or Cardiology background, showcasing your ongoing learning and CPD. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible individual, with good organisational and excellent communication skills. You will need the ability to work in an ever changing, demanding situations.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study)
- Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional developmentRegistered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
- Broad awareness of wider Trust initiatives / pressures
- Coaching/leadership experience
Desirable
- Completion of HTPA Competencies
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- ILS trained
- Evidence of ability to change or initiate practice
- Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
- Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
- Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study)
- Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional developmentRegistered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
- Broad awareness of wider Trust initiatives / pressures
- Coaching/leadership experience
Desirable
- Completion of HTPA Competencies
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- ILS trained
- Evidence of ability to change or initiate practice
- Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
- Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
- Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
