University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Macmillan Acute Oncology Service

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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're looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to work within the Macmillan Acute Oncology Service. The role involves the delivery of unscheduled care to people with complications of cancer and its treatment and supporting trainee ACPs through their academic and clinical pathways

ABOUT THE TEAM

The ACP team within the Macmillan Acute Oncology Service (MAOS) review patients presenting to UHS for unscheduled and emergency cancer care 24hrs a day, 7 days a week. The team are also the primary providers of the Cancer Care Emergency Helpline which is fundamental to the delivery of the service. The team work hand-in-hand with the Nurse Practitioners across the care group to provide a dynamic, nurse-led approach to care delivery.

The Advanced Clinical Practitioner training scheme in cancer care commenced in 2014 and has been recognised for its innovative approach to care, winning a Health Education England Wessex Shine Award in 2015. The Macmillan Acute Oncology Service also won the Macmillan Service Improvement Excellence Award in 2016 in recognition of its positive impact on the quality of patient care.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

On a day-to-day basis, you'll work within the unit to assess, diagnose, and treat patients who attend following triage by the Cancer Care Emergency Helpline service or by referral from pre-hospital healthcare professionals, primary care or the Emergency Department.

These patients will have a cancer diagnosis and may be experiencing complications of cancer or its treatment. You will handle calls to the Cancer Care Emergency Helpline and will be the principle person responsible for the delivery of this service, ensuring that quality standards are met and that patient safety is optimised.

Additionally, you will provide leadership for the trainee ACPs, guiding and supporting them through their academic pathway and ensuring that evolving service needs are met. As part of the provision of a 24hr service, you will be required to work a mixture of day, weekend (including bank holidays), and night duties.

As a band 8a ACP working in MAOS , you will be supported to learn the Senior Clinical Decision Making role where you will develop the skills required to hold the referral bleep for Acute Oncology and provide gatekeeping for patients refereed into the service . This will be alongside the lead ACPs for the service and a team of senior and junior doctors.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're seeking an Advanced Nurse Practitioner who is at the end of their academic pathway, with all the relevant competencies signed off, and has extensive experience of the care of patients with cancer. Recent experience of working within an Acute Oncology Service or within acute / emergency care at an advanced level of practice is highly desirable.

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will have demonstrable experience of supporting staff along with a drive to deliver excellent patient care. Experience of service improvement would also be beneficial.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Date posted

11 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

Depending on experience £53,755.00 - £60,504.00 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-SNM130225

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Job description

Job responsibilities

A Masters Certificate in Advanced Clinical Practice or a recognised equivalent. This must include a recognised Non-Medical Prescribing registration

Be prepared to work a variety of shifts including weekend and night shifts

Evidence of working as an independent practitioner in an acute setting.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A Masters Certificate in Advanced Clinical Practice or a recognised equivalent. This must include a recognised Non-Medical Prescribing registration

Be prepared to work a variety of shifts including weekend and night shifts

Evidence of working as an independent practitioner in an acute setting.

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
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
Provide evidence of Supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice
Leadership and Management qualification
Able to develop and implement policy, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion
Completion of IR(ME)R Training
Extensive post registration experience in a relevant speciality
Experience of Service Development

Desirable

Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
ALS instructor
EPLS/PALS provider

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
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
Provide evidence of Supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice
Leadership and Management qualification
Able to develop and implement policy, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion
Completion of IR(ME)R Training
Extensive post registration experience in a relevant speciality
Experience of Service Development

Desirable

Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
ALS instructor
EPLS/PALS provider

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)