Job summary
The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) is a cutting-edge
role in the field of advanced clinical practice which crosses professional
boundaries, undertaking traditional medical roles and leading
inter-professional practice. It is a role model of excellence in the delivery
of holistic care to patients. On qualification, the ACP will be able to assess
and treat many varied clinical cases; both acute and chronic. The post holder
will demonstrate critical thinking in the safe clinical decision-making process
and is required to deliver an advanced level of clinical practice within the
field of speciality care.
Working within local and nationally agreed protocols and
guidelines, the trainee ACP (tACP) demonstrates the knowledge and skills across
the Four Pillars of Advanced Practice. With support and supervision, the tACP
exercises independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan,
implement and evaluate the clinical care and management of patients.
During their training, the post holder will develop and
demonstrate advanced skills and competencies and ensure that evidence-based
practice is inherent in all aspects of care and treatment progressing to 8a
upon completion.
Main duties of the job
The key
function of the Acute Oncology ACP is to assist with the delivery of a
comprehensive acute oncology service that will link together Oncology General
Medicine and the wider Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) and haematology
services.
You will
work as part of the Acute Oncology Team whilst completing your training,
providing clinical advice for patients receiving oncology treatments e.g.
Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Monoclonal antibodies, Immunotherapies, etc.
You will
be responsible for patients with newly diagnosed primaries of unknown origin
along with those with newly diagnosed metastases requiring Oncology
intervention (in liaison with tumour specific CNS).
You will
care for and support patients who are experiencing an oncological emergency and
ensure they have the correct investigations and procedures.
You will
act as the Oncology Specialist Nurse for patients with primary cancers,
providing holistic assessment and co-ordinating the patients journey through
the diagnostic and treatment phase of the patients journey, referring where
appropriate the key worker role to Primary care and / or Palliative care.
You will
assess, diagnose and provide
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The trainee ACP will:
Deliver
and participate in the clinical care of oncology patients attending the Trust
under supervision from a qualified ACP/senior clinician or designated lead.
Complete a
3 year ACP MSc training programme at a local university education provider
within the expected timeframe.
Help
develop the AOS service in line with regional and national targets and
expectations.
Prioritise
health needs and intervene appropriately.
Be
professionally and legally accountable for all work undertaken.
Practice
at an advanced level of professional autonomy and accountability that is within
the Trusts policies and that of their professional regulatory body.
Take
responsibility for the management of patients within own caseload and
supervision/development of junior members of the multi-professional team.
Be able to
identify the need for appropriate diagnostic tests and interpret the results.
Assist/lead
in the on-going assessment, investigations, procedures, treatment and
management of patients in their speciality area.
Work
within the multidisciplinary team to develop a portfolio of evidence of
delivering advanced clinical skills and medical practice, clinical leadership
and providing clinical supervision/support and structured teaching and
mentorship for multidisciplinary professionals (including medical staff) to
facilitate on-going education, training and development.
To
identify and intervene proactively where circumstances contribute to an unsafe
environment for patients, staff or relatives and escalate these to the
departmental risk lead and/or consultant leads for clinical governance.
To share
knowledge and expertise, acting as an expert resource to others across primary
and secondary care, as appropriate.
Contribute
to the development and improvement of systems and processes that facilitate
patient flow.
To improve
the quality of the patient experience by identifying and meeting the individual
clinical needs of patients, including issues pertaining to child protection and
vulnerable adults.
Once you
have successfully completed your Non-Medical Prescriber training, you will be
able to prescribe / de-prescribe medicines for patients as per the legal
requirements for their professional regulatory body, National Prescribing
Centre and national guidelines and in accordance with the Trusts non-medical
prescribing policy and Trust formulary.
Develop
the skills to adapt specialist clinical knowledge and skills to different
clinical settings and influence service delivery and patient care.
To provide
specialist advice on patient care to the healthcare team, taking into account
all aspects of clinical governance and act as a specialist resource within the
Trust.
Screening
of patients for the early signs of disease and risk factors where appropriate
for role and department.
Responsible
for rapidly evaluating the patients condition and response to therapeutic
interventions and treatment modalities, and modifies the plan of care for
optimal patient centred outcomes
Responsible
for both initiating and then terminating an episode of care by either referring
on to another agency or by discharging the patient under supervision of
consultant/senior colleague.
Contribute
to the review and development of clinical patient pathways to ensure a
standardised approach to care.
Actively
implement effective systems and processes for infection prevention and control
management and relevant audit within their clinical area.
Educates
patients, relatives and staff as necessary.
Participates
in meeting and promoting the health education needs of patients and carers.
Appropriately
assess, examine, investigate, diagnose and treat patients, resulting in the
safe and appropriate management of patients with undifferentiated,
differentiated and complex presentations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The trainee ACP will:
Deliver
and participate in the clinical care of oncology patients attending the Trust
under supervision from a qualified ACP/senior clinician or designated lead.
Complete a
3 year ACP MSc training programme at a local university education provider
within the expected timeframe.
Help
develop the AOS service in line with regional and national targets and
expectations.
Prioritise
health needs and intervene appropriately.
Be
professionally and legally accountable for all work undertaken.
Practice
at an advanced level of professional autonomy and accountability that is within
the Trusts policies and that of their professional regulatory body.
Take
responsibility for the management of patients within own caseload and
supervision/development of junior members of the multi-professional team.
Be able to
identify the need for appropriate diagnostic tests and interpret the results.
Assist/lead
in the on-going assessment, investigations, procedures, treatment and
management of patients in their speciality area.
Work
within the multidisciplinary team to develop a portfolio of evidence of
delivering advanced clinical skills and medical practice, clinical leadership
and providing clinical supervision/support and structured teaching and
mentorship for multidisciplinary professionals (including medical staff) to
facilitate on-going education, training and development.
To
identify and intervene proactively where circumstances contribute to an unsafe
environment for patients, staff or relatives and escalate these to the
departmental risk lead and/or consultant leads for clinical governance.
To share
knowledge and expertise, acting as an expert resource to others across primary
and secondary care, as appropriate.
Contribute
to the development and improvement of systems and processes that facilitate
patient flow.
To improve
the quality of the patient experience by identifying and meeting the individual
clinical needs of patients, including issues pertaining to child protection and
vulnerable adults.
Once you
have successfully completed your Non-Medical Prescriber training, you will be
able to prescribe / de-prescribe medicines for patients as per the legal
requirements for their professional regulatory body, National Prescribing
Centre and national guidelines and in accordance with the Trusts non-medical
prescribing policy and Trust formulary.
Develop
the skills to adapt specialist clinical knowledge and skills to different
clinical settings and influence service delivery and patient care.
To provide
specialist advice on patient care to the healthcare team, taking into account
all aspects of clinical governance and act as a specialist resource within the
Trust.
Screening
of patients for the early signs of disease and risk factors where appropriate
for role and department.
Responsible
for rapidly evaluating the patients condition and response to therapeutic
interventions and treatment modalities, and modifies the plan of care for
optimal patient centred outcomes
Responsible
for both initiating and then terminating an episode of care by either referring
on to another agency or by discharging the patient under supervision of
consultant/senior colleague.
Contribute
to the review and development of clinical patient pathways to ensure a
standardised approach to care.
Actively
implement effective systems and processes for infection prevention and control
management and relevant audit within their clinical area.
Educates
patients, relatives and staff as necessary.
Participates
in meeting and promoting the health education needs of patients and carers.
Appropriately
assess, examine, investigate, diagnose and treat patients, resulting in the
safe and appropriate management of patients with undifferentiated,
differentiated and complex presentations.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Team player and also able to work autonomously to maximise service delivery
- Flexible, enthusiastic, innovative
- Advanced people/communication skills
- Approachable
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to carry tasks through to completion
Statutory Registration
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree qualification
- Registered nurse
- Teaching or Mentorship qualification
- Recognised Chemotherapy Theory and Practice competence
- Evidence of continuing professi nal development
- Previous experience as band 6.
- UKONS Level 2 Acute Oncology Passport or working towards
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills course
- Level 2 Psychology training
- Clinical skills course
- Non-medical prescriber
- UKONS Level 3 Acute Oncology Passport or working towards.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Highly self-motivated
- Confident
- Skills in identifying, designing and providing education, training and facilitate groups/workshops
- Professional credibility
- Assertive skills
- Self-motivated, proactive and innovative
- Full driving licence
Desirable
- Critical appraisal of research and the application of research to practice
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-reg experience.
- Experience of working with SACT.
- Excellent clinical skills including knowledge and management of central lines and IV administration.
- Evidence of developing and implementing protocols and guidelines.
- Sound knowledge of existing national guidelines and standards in chemotherapy.
- Understanding of the need for strong commitment to high standards of patient care and the active involvement of users in the development of the service.
- Working at ACCEND Enhanced level of practice
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate with all grades of staff
- Receptive to change process
Desirable
- Clinical practice development.
- High degree of manual dexterity.
- Ability to work strategically across the Trust and other organisations with a wide range of professionals.
- Working at ACCEND Advanced level of practice.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Team player and also able to work autonomously to maximise service delivery
- Flexible, enthusiastic, innovative
- Advanced people/communication skills
- Approachable
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to carry tasks through to completion
Statutory Registration
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree qualification
- Registered nurse
- Teaching or Mentorship qualification
- Recognised Chemotherapy Theory and Practice competence
- Evidence of continuing professi nal development
- Previous experience as band 6.
- UKONS Level 2 Acute Oncology Passport or working towards
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills course
- Level 2 Psychology training
- Clinical skills course
- Non-medical prescriber
- UKONS Level 3 Acute Oncology Passport or working towards.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Highly self-motivated
- Confident
- Skills in identifying, designing and providing education, training and facilitate groups/workshops
- Professional credibility
- Assertive skills
- Self-motivated, proactive and innovative
- Full driving licence
Desirable
- Critical appraisal of research and the application of research to practice
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-reg experience.
- Experience of working with SACT.
- Excellent clinical skills including knowledge and management of central lines and IV administration.
- Evidence of developing and implementing protocols and guidelines.
- Sound knowledge of existing national guidelines and standards in chemotherapy.
- Understanding of the need for strong commitment to high standards of patient care and the active involvement of users in the development of the service.
- Working at ACCEND Enhanced level of practice
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate with all grades of staff
- Receptive to change process
Desirable
- Clinical practice development.
- High degree of manual dexterity.
- Ability to work strategically across the Trust and other organisations with a wide range of professionals.
- Working at ACCEND Advanced level of practice.
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
