Job summary
Lancashire and South Cumbria Foundation Trust are able to offer a fantastic opportunity for staff to undertake the MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice through the apprenticeship route, which is open to all registered health professionals across Nursing and Allied Health Professional's commencing in either September 2023 or January 2024.
The aim of the Msc programme is to prepare trainees to develop contemporary practice and independent clinical decision making at an advanced level. Trainees will be supported to develop their capacity for critical analysis and transference of knowledge to practice.
A number of posts will be available across the trust in the following Lancashire Mental Health inpatient locations:
- The Harbour
- Pendleview, Blackburn
- Whalley
- Scarisbrick, Ormskirk
- Chorley Hospital
If you are looking to apply for one of the South Cumbria based wards you will need to make your application HERE.
It is important that you state which location/locality you would like to apply for on your application.
Interviews are planned to take place in collaboration with the University Team on either 21st/24th July 2023.
Main duties of the job
In order to apply for the apprenticeship, candidates must meet the below essential criteria:
- Currently be working at band 7 or band 6, have at least three years post registration clinical experience in practice at this level or proof of equivalent experience in practice
- A minimum of 2:2 class First Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education
- Have a current professional registration with a relevant professional or statutory body such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council
- Be able to provide relevant references
- Be in possession of original certificates for Maths and English GCSEs at Grade C/4+ or equivalent such as Level 2 functional skills - these will need to be produced after shortlisting if you are successful.
What support can students expect during training?
The programme is taught by lecturers and expert clinical practitioners in their field who will offer dedicated academic support and guidance and students will be allocated a named personal tutor. Students will also be supported in the workplace be designated practice mentors and facilitators. You will be supported through dedicated time to attend university and gain skills in the practice settings
About us
Please be advised if you are a 'Non-UK National' applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria, and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding, by the relevant apprenticeship provider, in order for you to formally enrol on the course. Further details can be found on the UK Government website.
On successful completion of the course candidate will move to a substantive 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner post.
We want to recruit people to the service who share our values and are confident in their ability to contribute to the demonstrated effectiveness and acceptability of our service.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist assessment, advice on interventions and treatment plans for service users.
- Provide advanced clinical skills and advice demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of service users.
- Contribute to improvements to standards of care through development of care pathways, provision of clinical supervision of practice, clinical audit, evidence based practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues and the delivery of skilled clinical leadership.
- Act in accordance with Professional Regulatory standards and be accountable for own clinical practice and professional actions and omissions at all times. Retain clinical competency ensuring your skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role.
- Contribute to implementation of research into practice and participate in relevant audits and research studies to aid development of the evidence base and to contribute to clinical governance.
- Develop and provide advanced level immediate problem solving and decision making skills and contribute to long term planning for future developments both within the immediate clinical area, Trust and local health economy.
Please refer to the job description and the person specification attached to this vacancy for more details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist assessment, advice on interventions and treatment plans for service users.
- Provide advanced clinical skills and advice demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of service users.
- Contribute to improvements to standards of care through development of care pathways, provision of clinical supervision of practice, clinical audit, evidence based practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues and the delivery of skilled clinical leadership.
- Act in accordance with Professional Regulatory standards and be accountable for own clinical practice and professional actions and omissions at all times. Retain clinical competency ensuring your skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role.
- Contribute to implementation of research into practice and participate in relevant audits and research studies to aid development of the evidence base and to contribute to clinical governance.
- Develop and provide advanced level immediate problem solving and decision making skills and contribute to long term planning for future developments both within the immediate clinical area, Trust and local health economy.
Please refer to the job description and the person specification attached to this vacancy for more details.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of 2:2 class Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education
- Have a current professional registration with a relevant professional or statutory body such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council
- Maths and English GCSEs at Grade C/4+ or equivalent such as Level 2 functional skills in Maths and English
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of a range of approaches to mental health/physical health assessment.
- Knowledge and understanding of current mental health/physical health issues/legislation.
Experience
Essential
- Currently be working at band 7 or band 6, have at least three years post registration clinical experience in practice at this level or proof of equivalent experience in practice
- Experience of risk assessment and management and its application practice.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Maintained development of clinical leadership skills
- Evidence of critical analysis of research based in practice and subsequent implementation into practice
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly demanding environment
Personal
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to undertaking Advanced Clinical Practitioner apprenticeship course.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of 2:2 class Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education
- Have a current professional registration with a relevant professional or statutory body such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council
- Maths and English GCSEs at Grade C/4+ or equivalent such as Level 2 functional skills in Maths and English
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of a range of approaches to mental health/physical health assessment.
- Knowledge and understanding of current mental health/physical health issues/legislation.
Experience
Essential
- Currently be working at band 7 or band 6, have at least three years post registration clinical experience in practice at this level or proof of equivalent experience in practice
- Experience of risk assessment and management and its application practice.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Maintained development of clinical leadership skills
- Evidence of critical analysis of research based in practice and subsequent implementation into practice
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly demanding environment
Personal
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to undertaking Advanced Clinical Practitioner apprenticeship course.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
