Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join us working in Cardiothoracic Surgery on Chesterman Wards 3 and 4.
The advanced clinical practitioner will be an autonomous, accountable practitioner working on their own initiative and in collaboration with medical, nursing, and allied health professional colleagues as required.
The post holder will also play a key role within the service / department by supporting specific elements of service improvement, audit and research as well as having an active on-going role in the development, supervision, training and assessment of junior medical colleagues and NMAHPs.
Main duties of the job
The role will be structured around the four core functions of advanced practice:
- Expert clinical practice (with a minimum clinical focus of 80%).
- Professional leadership and consultancy.
- Education, training and development of self and others.
- Practice and service development, research, and evaluation.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with Valid NMC registration or Health Care Professional and registered with HCPC with relevant clinical experience.
- Willing and able to successfully complete a full Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice - which may be via the apprenticeship route.
- Post Graduate qualification in Advanced Practice.
- Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role).
- Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake.
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development.
Desirable
- To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998 or equivalent experience.
- Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in cardiothoracic or cardiology care
- Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice.
- Evidence of portfolio of practice and sign off of competence.
- Experience of delivering training / education to others.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking service improvement activity.
- Evidence of contribution to audit and research programs.
- Experience of training, supervising and assessing competence of junior colleagues (medical staff / ACP's / NMAHPs).
- Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g., sickness/absence, recruitment/selection.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management.
- Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans.
- High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families.
- Can prioritise and manage own workload and support junior personnel in managing theirs when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations.
Desirable
- Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others.
- Knowledge and experience of bespoke advanced practice appraisal processes e.g., Practitioner E-Portfolio & CASP".
- Excellent presentation skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts.
- Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude.
- Commitment to staff development and training.
- Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service.
- Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with Valid NMC registration or Health Care Professional and registered with HCPC with relevant clinical experience.
- Willing and able to successfully complete a full Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice - which may be via the apprenticeship route.
- Post Graduate qualification in Advanced Practice.
- Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role).
- Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake.
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development.
Desirable
- To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998 or equivalent experience.
- Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in cardiothoracic or cardiology care
- Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice.
- Evidence of portfolio of practice and sign off of competence.
- Experience of delivering training / education to others.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking service improvement activity.
- Evidence of contribution to audit and research programs.
- Experience of training, supervising and assessing competence of junior colleagues (medical staff / ACP's / NMAHPs).
- Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g., sickness/absence, recruitment/selection.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management.
- Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans.
- High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families.
- Can prioritise and manage own workload and support junior personnel in managing theirs when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations.
Desirable
- Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others.
- Knowledge and experience of bespoke advanced practice appraisal processes e.g., Practitioner E-Portfolio & CASP".
- Excellent presentation skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts.
- Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude.
- Commitment to staff development and training.
- Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service.
- Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure.
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).
