Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for co-ordinating the pathway of care for all trauma patients. Highly specialist knowledge and advanced skills are required in order to assess the physical, psychological and social needs of patients following admission.
The candidate will be part of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) team on a rota covering all aspects of trauma and orthopaedics.
Main duties of the job
- Work effectively and resourcefully by coordinating the clinical care of patients and implementing clinical decisions made by the consultant.
- Use expert knowledge and clinical judgement to determine the need for investigations and make initial diagnoses.
- Act as an interface between medical practitioners, nursing staff, the multidisciplinary team, patients and their carers.
- Provide specialist advice to nursing and medical staff when required.
- Deliver ACP-led clinics--both virtual and face-to-face--within the outpatient setting, including advanced assessment, clinical examination, referral for investigations, and completion of clinical records.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Allied Healthcare Professional
- Masters level degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or willing to work towards; to include independent prescribing
- Level 2 or equivalent in both GCSE Math and English
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as an expert, independent practitioner; to work autonomously without supervision.
- Leadership skills demonstrating ability to influence and negotiate successful outcomes.
- Ability to identify and apply at all levels appropriate and responsive communication mechanisms.
- Proven ability to manage and work effectively as part of multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of an ability to manage workload effectively, maximising on the utilisation of available resources.
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to establish systems in practice.
- Evidence of successful management of change.
- Evidence of ability to influence evidence-based practice.
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience at band 6 or above within a service incorporating Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Evidence of pro-active leadership/facilitation of Service Development project
- Experience of involvement in multidisciplinary clinical audit and research
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Allied Healthcare Professional
- Masters level degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or willing to work towards; to include independent prescribing
- Level 2 or equivalent in both GCSE Math and English
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as an expert, independent practitioner; to work autonomously without supervision.
- Leadership skills demonstrating ability to influence and negotiate successful outcomes.
- Ability to identify and apply at all levels appropriate and responsive communication mechanisms.
- Proven ability to manage and work effectively as part of multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of an ability to manage workload effectively, maximising on the utilisation of available resources.
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to establish systems in practice.
- Evidence of successful management of change.
- Evidence of ability to influence evidence-based practice.
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience at band 6 or above within a service incorporating Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Evidence of pro-active leadership/facilitation of Service Development project
- Experience of involvement in multidisciplinary clinical audit and research
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).
