Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for one qualified ACP with experience in acute or emergency care to join the Same Day Emergency Care Unit (SDEC) at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust . This role is suitable for an individual that is keen to be part of a fast-paced environment where every day is different.
The SDEC unit aims to reduce the need for hospital admissions, improve patient safety and satisfaction by offering same day assessment, investigation, diagnosis and treatment for a range of urgent and emergency conditions. The post holder will be required to work as a leading part a of multi-disciplinary team to support the provision of an effective and safe clinical service.
The Unit is currently open 8am-9pm 7 days a week for 365 days a year, with staff working on a rota to meet the needs of the service.
This qualified ACP post is to join an established experienced team of 4 other ACP's, all of whom have other sub speciality interests that inform some of the acute medicine pathways through SDEC.
SDEC and the acute medicine medical team has an established track record of supporting the role of the ACP within the service to achieve high standards of care for patients.
This post may be closed before the specified date if a significant number of applications are received.
Main duties of the job
Take a lead in the provision of specialist clinical knowledge and advice to other staff, the wider multi-professional team, allied health professionals, patients and their families/carers and partner organisations
Take a lead in the provision of education and training for other practitioners and allied health professionals; including health promotion
The post holder will take a lead role within a team who provides high quality specialist clinical care
The post is based in SDEC.
The post is for an acute medicine ACP
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in leading and coordinating the delivery and development ofSDEC through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients through the utilisation of advanced clinical skills and advice in the assessment and management of patients, working autonomously and with the multi-disciplinary team to improve the quality and safety of patient care
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in SDEC and as set out in the relevant professional code
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance frameworkto ensure the highest quality of care is provide in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within SDEC and lead the effective delivery of care to patients
To lead the in provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider multidisciplinary team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To take a lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To provide education and training to clinical staff/Nurse Practitioners within SDEC and internal/external agencies
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in leading and coordinating the delivery and development ofSDEC through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients through the utilisation of advanced clinical skills and advice in the assessment and management of patients, working autonomously and with the multi-disciplinary team to improve the quality and safety of patient care
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in SDEC and as set out in the relevant professional code
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance frameworkto ensure the highest quality of care is provide in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within SDEC and lead the effective delivery of care to patients
To lead the in provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider multidisciplinary team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To take a lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To provide education and training to clinical staff/Nurse Practitioners within SDEC and internal/external agencies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration, or Paramedic or AHP with registered professional qualification
- Completion of ACP MSc Apprenticeship
Desirable
- Already on ACP MSc apprenticeship programme due to complete within the next 6 months
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Expert knowledge and clinical skills in Acute Medicine
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of working in acute or emergency care as a trainee or qualified ACP
- Substantial experience of care delivery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration, or Paramedic or AHP with registered professional qualification
- Completion of ACP MSc Apprenticeship
Desirable
- Already on ACP MSc apprenticeship programme due to complete within the next 6 months
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Expert knowledge and clinical skills in Acute Medicine
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of working in acute or emergency care as a trainee or qualified ACP
- Substantial experience of care delivery
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).
