Job summary
We are expanding! and we are pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Advanced Clinical Practitioner team at Maidstone and Tunbridge wells Hospitals.
We are a two-hospital site trust, and as a trainee ACP to work in the emergency departments and acute medical units on both sites.
You will be joining a team of over 20 other enthusiastic tACP's in emergency medicine, ensuring the safe, efficient and timely flow of patients through either the Emergency departments (ED) or medical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) clinics. In addition to our strong nursing team, we have an excellent senior medical team that work closely with us in providing a patient-centred service.
The role of trainee ACP involves programme of academic, and work-placed based education. Culminating in either credentialing as an ACP with the royal college of emergency medicine (RCEM).The post holder will be expected and supported to complete an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practitioner at one of our partner universities.
Main duties of the job
You will be allocated a ED consultant mentor and supervisor who will support you through your RCEM e-portfolio and other competency assessments, you will be supported will be expected to attend study days and courses including ALS, ePALS ATLS and regular teaching sessions within the department and regional ACP events.
As either an experienced Nure, Pharmacist, Paramedic Practitioner or Therapist Practitioner, with at least 2 years' experience in a band 6 post or above in an acute environment, and following a period of education, assessment and competency sign off, the post holder will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and developing, implementing and evaluating complex programmes of care within the acute and emergency care settings. At which time the post holder will be viewed as an autonomous practitioner and will be fully responsible for managing their own caseload and assessing, treating, referring and discharging those patients in their care, with support where required.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: TBC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: TBC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC or HCPC Registered (1st level)
- Evidence of a relevant post-registration professional development.
- 1st level degree or equivalent or evidence of Post Grad. Education at level 7
- Willingness and ability to undertake level 7 study
- GCSE Grade C+ Maths and English (or Equivalent)
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber
- Physical assessment module
- Completed or undertaking MSc ACP, advanced practice or similar.
Experienc/Knowledge
Essential
- 5 years post registration experience
- 2 years previous experience in a band 6 post or above working as a practitioner in the relevant setting
- Experience of working to protocols or guidelines.
- Knowledge of current clinical evidence based practice
- Knowledge and understanding of current changes in NHS and Social Services, particularly in relation to Emergency and Primary Care
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
Skills
Essential
- Ability to support and manage a case-load of patients including assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation, including providing health promotion and education to patients and carers
- Ability to organise and deliver a high standard of research based clinical care including developing and implementing policies and protocols
- Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to assess and treat Minor injuries or illnesses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC or HCPC Registered (1st level)
- Evidence of a relevant post-registration professional development.
- 1st level degree or equivalent or evidence of Post Grad. Education at level 7
- Willingness and ability to undertake level 7 study
- GCSE Grade C+ Maths and English (or Equivalent)
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber
- Physical assessment module
- Completed or undertaking MSc ACP, advanced practice or similar.
Experienc/Knowledge
Essential
- 5 years post registration experience
- 2 years previous experience in a band 6 post or above working as a practitioner in the relevant setting
- Experience of working to protocols or guidelines.
- Knowledge of current clinical evidence based practice
- Knowledge and understanding of current changes in NHS and Social Services, particularly in relation to Emergency and Primary Care
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
Skills
Essential
- Ability to support and manage a case-load of patients including assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation, including providing health promotion and education to patients and carers
- Ability to organise and deliver a high standard of research based clinical care including developing and implementing policies and protocols
- Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to assess and treat Minor injuries or illnesses
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
Employer's website
https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
