Job summary
The post holder will work in the institute of care excellence supporting the research and innovation department 18.75hrs a week as the research and innovation advanced clinical practitioner.
As well as meeting the job summary of the generic NUH Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) Job description. They will play an integral role within the research and innovation department at NUH where they will be expected to work across sites as well as the biomedical research centre supporting research delivery and the NUH R+I strategic plan.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.
The ACP will be expected to develop their own skills and knowledge in regards to research and innovation. They will also support the clinical education of the R+I team in developing clinical skills and knowledge to enhance the department's research delivery. They will lead and support the implementation of relevant research into practice contributing to the further development of evidence base practice.
The ACP will be expected to be the link between the research and innovation department and NUH ACP teams in order to enhance the delivery of the clinical research agenda, build research collaborations and drive the dissemination of research. The ACP will also support the development of research capacity and capability within ACP teams, enhancing their skills and knowledge through education and training
Whilst working as the research and innovation advanced clinical practitioner 18.75 hours a week they will be expected to continue in their current ACP role within their clinical specialty, where they will use specialist knowledge and skills to provide healthcare autonomously to patients in their area.
About us
With over 17,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the research delivery requirement of the R+I team.
To lead the implementation of relevant research into practice contributing to the further development of the evidence base.
Support the clinical education of the R+I team in developing clinical skills and knowledge to enhance the departments research delivery.
To be the link between the research and innovation department and NUH ACP teams in order to enhance the delivery of the clinical research agenda build research collaborations and drive the dissemination of research.
Support the development of research capacity and capability within ACP teams, enhancing their skills and knowledge through education and training.
Supports others in the evaluation clinical practice through audit of service, developing and managing strategies to address any shortfalls.
Demonstrate knowledge of current research in all aspects of his/her work and to advise others on the implementation of relevant research findings.
Develop skills to lead the development of research proposals with the multidisciplinary team.
Initiate and/or become involved in research projects in response to identified service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the research delivery requirement of the R+I team.
To lead the implementation of relevant research into practice contributing to the further development of the evidence base.
Support the clinical education of the R+I team in developing clinical skills and knowledge to enhance the departments research delivery.
To be the link between the research and innovation department and NUH ACP teams in order to enhance the delivery of the clinical research agenda build research collaborations and drive the dissemination of research.
Support the development of research capacity and capability within ACP teams, enhancing their skills and knowledge through education and training.
Supports others in the evaluation clinical practice through audit of service, developing and managing strategies to address any shortfalls.
Demonstrate knowledge of current research in all aspects of his/her work and to advise others on the implementation of relevant research findings.
Develop skills to lead the development of research proposals with the multidisciplinary team.
Initiate and/or become involved in research projects in response to identified service needs.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with professional body such as NMC or HCPC.
- MSc in advanced clinical practice or equivalent MSc
- Registered Independent Non-Medical prescriber.
Desirable
- Mentor/assessor and/or teaching qualification.
- Qualification/training in research and innovation
- GCP training
Experience
Essential
- Currently working as a qualified ACP in NUH with substantial experience
- Completed portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.
- Evidence of continued professional development following MSc completion.
Desirable
- Management and leadership experience.
- Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change.
- Evidence of publishing and presenting research and innovation
- Experience in patient recruitment
- Experience as a principle investigator
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work within a multi-professional team, often presenting and receiving complex information.
- Demonstrates negotiating and influencing skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Assertiveness skills and the ability to deal with interpersonal conflict.
- Ability to adapt communication methods to a wide variety of patient abilities/needs.
- Communication skills that facilitate building honest and trusting partnerships with patients, families and carers.
- Accepts constructive feedback and teaching from a variety of sources.
Desirable
- Evidence of multidisciplinary teaching.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex health conditions and ensure effective interventions are actioned in a timely manner.
- Deals effectively with clinical issues within defined procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to work with undifferentiated and undiagnosed healthcare problems.
- Participation in research or audit projects.
- Active involvement in departmental operational development.
Desirable
- Lead in audit or research.
- Involvement in the investigation of serious clinical incidents
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Demonstrates adaptability to departmental and patient need.
- Self-motivated with evidence of efficient time and deadline management
- Ability to schedule academic workload and work commitments
- Able to identify learning opportunities and able to organise own learning and development.
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to undertake required clinical duties/procedures.
- Ability to manoeuvre patients and perform clinical examinations as required.
- Ability to undertake computer and other equipment skills.
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to drive or work shifts
Essential
- Demonstrates flexibility in working patterns and practices.
- Ability to support, colleagues, patients and relatives in sometimes distressing circumstances.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with professional body such as NMC or HCPC.
- MSc in advanced clinical practice or equivalent MSc
- Registered Independent Non-Medical prescriber.
Desirable
- Mentor/assessor and/or teaching qualification.
- Qualification/training in research and innovation
- GCP training
Experience
Essential
- Currently working as a qualified ACP in NUH with substantial experience
- Completed portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.
- Evidence of continued professional development following MSc completion.
Desirable
- Management and leadership experience.
- Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change.
- Evidence of publishing and presenting research and innovation
- Experience in patient recruitment
- Experience as a principle investigator
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work within a multi-professional team, often presenting and receiving complex information.
- Demonstrates negotiating and influencing skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Assertiveness skills and the ability to deal with interpersonal conflict.
- Ability to adapt communication methods to a wide variety of patient abilities/needs.
- Communication skills that facilitate building honest and trusting partnerships with patients, families and carers.
- Accepts constructive feedback and teaching from a variety of sources.
Desirable
- Evidence of multidisciplinary teaching.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex health conditions and ensure effective interventions are actioned in a timely manner.
- Deals effectively with clinical issues within defined procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to work with undifferentiated and undiagnosed healthcare problems.
- Participation in research or audit projects.
- Active involvement in departmental operational development.
Desirable
- Lead in audit or research.
- Involvement in the investigation of serious clinical incidents
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Demonstrates adaptability to departmental and patient need.
- Self-motivated with evidence of efficient time and deadline management
- Ability to schedule academic workload and work commitments
- Able to identify learning opportunities and able to organise own learning and development.
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to undertake required clinical duties/procedures.
- Ability to manoeuvre patients and perform clinical examinations as required.
- Ability to undertake computer and other equipment skills.
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to drive or work shifts
Essential
- Demonstrates flexibility in working patterns and practices.
- Ability to support, colleagues, patients and relatives in sometimes distressing circumstances.
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).