4034 - Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 06 February 2025

Job summary

You might have seen Barnsley Hospital Emergency Department (ED) before on the hit TV documentary show Casualty 24/7. The Channel 5 series was filmed inside the department and followed patients, staff and volunteers. Its still on TV and wins legions of fans with its heart-warming stories.

Now an exciting opportunity has arisen for us to grow our team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners within Barnsley Hospital Emergency Department.

We see in excess of 101,000 people a year, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, working closely with other acute trusts in South Yorkshire.

We are looking for ACPs with a desire to deliver high quality patient centred care, and the ability to lead effective and efficient Urgent and Emergency Care. You will be a integral part of the multidisciplinary team, assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with a range of emergency conditions. You will be driven and motivated, and be able to demonstrate a kind and compassionate attitude. In return, you will find at Barnsley a friendly team, supportive leadership and excellent standards of care.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Care

  • Perform thorough assessments, including detailed history-taking, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
  • Diagnose, manage, and treat a broad spectrum of emergency presentations, from minor to acute illnesses.
  • Formulate, implement, and evaluate individualised management plans, including admission, referral, or safe discharge.
  • Prescribe medications, order investigations, and perform advanced procedures within the scope of practice.
  • Prioritise care based on clinical need and manage complex cases, ensuring appropriate escalation when required.

Leadership and Education

  • Act as a clinical leader within the ED, supporting and mentoring colleagues across the multidisciplinary team.
  • Provide education and supervision for junior staff, trainee ACPs, and other learners within the department.
  • Advocate for evidence-based practice and contribute to the development of clinical guidelines and protocols.

Operational Support

  • Work collaboratively with the ED team to enhance patient flow and reduce waiting times.
  • Support the delivery of high-quality care while maintaining efficiency in a busy, dynamic environment.

Quality Improvement and Research

  • Participate in audits, service evaluations, and quality improvement projects to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes within the ED.
  • Contribute to or lead research initiatives related to emergency care.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Date posted

09 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£53,755 to £60,504 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-4034E-01-25

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for 4034

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for 4034

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

  • In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
  • In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Demonstrate understanding of current developments in the specialty
  • Knowledge of current NHS, Professional and educational issues
  • Knowledge of current Advanced Clinical Practice policy and framework drivers
  • Knowledge of clinical governance and risk assessment/management
  • Knowledge of infection control issues
  • Knowledge and understanding of statutory and professional requirements
  • Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
  • Awareness of confidentiality

Experience

Essential

  • Experience at working at band 7 level or equivalent in an emergency/acute care setting or prehospital
  • Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship and supervision of staff
  • Evidence of involvement in change management
  • Evidence of continuing professional development, innovation and implementation of successful change management initiatives
  • Broad range of clinical expertise and experience in emergency care setting
  • Experience of undertaking research and audit processes
  • Clear understanding of acute performance targets, key performance indicators and ability to identify opportunities to improve service delivery
  • Evidence of commitment to developing the ED ACP service
  • Evidence of service improvement and change

Qualifications

Essential

  • Professional Registration: NMC/Paramedic/other allied health professional
  • Masters Qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice
  • Advanced Physical Assessment qualification (MSc Level)
  • Registered V300 Independent prescribing qualification
  • Chest/other Radiographic Interpretation Qualification (Msc Level)
  • Attained/working towards RCEM curriculum credentialing
  • Advanced Resuscitation (ALS)
  • Leadership/Management course
  • Teaching/Mentorship Qualification

Desirable

  • Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Qualification
  • MIMMS course
  • ATLS
  • Level 1 Ultrasound
  • Written orders for Blood transfusion
  • IRMER training
Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

  • In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
  • In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Demonstrate understanding of current developments in the specialty
  • Knowledge of current NHS, Professional and educational issues
  • Knowledge of current Advanced Clinical Practice policy and framework drivers
  • Knowledge of clinical governance and risk assessment/management
  • Knowledge of infection control issues
  • Knowledge and understanding of statutory and professional requirements
  • Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
  • Awareness of confidentiality

Experience

Essential

  • Experience at working at band 7 level or equivalent in an emergency/acute care setting or prehospital
  • Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship and supervision of staff
  • Evidence of involvement in change management
  • Evidence of continuing professional development, innovation and implementation of successful change management initiatives
  • Broad range of clinical expertise and experience in emergency care setting
  • Experience of undertaking research and audit processes
  • Clear understanding of acute performance targets, key performance indicators and ability to identify opportunities to improve service delivery
  • Evidence of commitment to developing the ED ACP service
  • Evidence of service improvement and change

Qualifications

Essential

  • Professional Registration: NMC/Paramedic/other allied health professional
  • Masters Qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice
  • Advanced Physical Assessment qualification (MSc Level)
  • Registered V300 Independent prescribing qualification
  • Chest/other Radiographic Interpretation Qualification (Msc Level)
  • Attained/working towards RCEM curriculum credentialing
  • Advanced Resuscitation (ALS)
  • Leadership/Management course
  • Teaching/Mentorship Qualification

Desirable

  • Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Qualification
  • MIMMS course
  • ATLS
  • Level 1 Ultrasound
  • Written orders for Blood transfusion
  • IRMER training

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Hannah Ryan

hgorst@nhs.net

01226433145

Date posted

09 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£53,755 to £60,504 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-4034E-01-25

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Supporting documents

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