Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our innovative Physical Health Team here in Bolton. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work in our newly developed post of Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP).
The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting the clinical and operational team to ensure high quality, recovery focussed care is delivered to our service users. They will support the delivery of service improvements in the quality of care and safety through service development, evaluation and audit.
The ACP will act as a professional resource for the multi-disciplinary team, people, and carers within the scope of their practice and competence.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide advanced and expert level of practice (including non-medical prescribing) within the Bolton Physical Health Team leading to improved outcomes for the people receiving support from the service.
They will be an integral part of the MDT supporting clinical decision making and supporting the service pathways, developing nurse led clinics and providing brief interventions.
The post holder will work collaboratively within the Physical Health team and with the wider network. The post holder may additionally lead on practice and service developments. They are required to demonstrate clinical and practice expertise via interventions, supervision and modelling good practice.
To participate in the BOC/BOS on Call rota
If you are not in current possession of Advanced Practitioner MSC but are already undertaking training to complete this we will consider your application.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached job description and person specification for further details
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached job description and person specification for further details
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Nurse Prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with clients with complex needs Compiling protocols and clinical guidance Audit Experience of working at a senior clinical level
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced Clinical Practice skills Management of service users with complex needs and risk
Desirable
- Knowledge of issues affecting the client group
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience of leading / supporting complex RCA investigations & completion of 3 day reviews & complaints Communication skills, both written and verbal Communication of difficult messages to service users and families Negotiation and conflict management skills Change management
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Nurse Prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with clients with complex needs Compiling protocols and clinical guidance Audit Experience of working at a senior clinical level
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced Clinical Practice skills Management of service users with complex needs and risk
Desirable
- Knowledge of issues affecting the client group
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience of leading / supporting complex RCA investigations & completion of 3 day reviews & complaints Communication skills, both written and verbal Communication of difficult messages to service users and families Negotiation and conflict management skills Change management
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Bolton Physical Health Team
Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 0JR
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
