Job summary
Advanced clinical practice is delivered by experienced, registered health and care practitioners. It is a level of practice characterised by a high degree of autonomy and complex decision making. This is underpinned by a master's level award or equivalent that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice, clinical leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competence. The expectation is that the postholder will spend 80% of their time involved in the clinical aspects of the role. An essential requirement of the role is working collaboratively with the ward sister/charge nurse
Main duties of the job
*Communicate very complex clinical information both written and verbal, in an easily understood form, to patients, carers, and all members of the multi-disciplinary team
*Impart / explain the prognosis / outcome of the patient's condition to them and, at times, their family in a sensitive and supportive manner
*Develop a close professional working relationship with the ward sister and all members of the multidisciplinary team, through respect for, and understanding of, their different roles and training. Working closely with stakeholders and clinicians to continue to improve care and service, in line with the NHS Plan.
*Working with Doctors, Nurses, Neighbourhood services and community stakeholders to ensure the needs of the patient and family are placed at the centre of care delivery.
*Work collaboratively to establish county wide community advanced practice agenda.
*Acting as a role model and highly competent practitioner whilst facilitating development of all staff within the team
*Promoting an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research, evidence- based practice and teaching.
*Facilite and delivering education, training and clinical leadership for the advancement of clinical practice
*Promoting high quality evidenced based practice within the ward and the achievement of development, research and audit goals throughout the Directorate
*Establish links and networks with other professionals in similar roles locally and nationally.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Advanced clinical practice is delivered by experienced, registered health and care practitioners. It is a level of practice characterised by a high degree of autonomy and complex decision making. This is underpinned by a master's level award or equivalent that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice, clinical leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competence. The expectation is that the postholder will spend 80% of their time involved in the clinical aspects of the role. An essential requirement of the role is working collaboratively with the ward sister/charge nurse
Advanced clinical practice embodies the ability to manage clinical care in partnership with individuals, families and carers. It includes the analysis and synthesis of complex problems across a range of settings, enabling innovative solutions to enhance people's experience and improve outcomes.
This definition therefore requires that health and care professionals working at the level of advanced clinical practice will exercise autonomy and decision making in a context of complexity, uncertainty and varying levels of risk, holding accountability for decisions made' (Health Education England, 2017)
To support the wider inpatient clinical team, by providing assessment and management of inpatients during admission, discharge and episodes of clinical concern. Ensure all care is person centred and length of stay is minimised. To be central in developing a new model of care for people that integrates community hospitals to people's homes.
As an experienced ACP, take the lead as the senior clinician on the ward and take responsibility for being the senior decision maker in patient care and management. This will be under the supervision and guidance of the doctor who may be supporting remotely from another site.
Demonstrate the ability to demonstrate advanced clinical practice, service development and improvement, initiating and disseminating research and education.
The ability to work autonomously within the codes of practice and guidelines whilst being accountable for own professional actions, demonstrating the ability to carry out the role of lead practitioner within the clinical environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Advanced clinical practice is delivered by experienced, registered health and care practitioners. It is a level of practice characterised by a high degree of autonomy and complex decision making. This is underpinned by a master's level award or equivalent that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice, clinical leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competence. The expectation is that the postholder will spend 80% of their time involved in the clinical aspects of the role. An essential requirement of the role is working collaboratively with the ward sister/charge nurse
Advanced clinical practice embodies the ability to manage clinical care in partnership with individuals, families and carers. It includes the analysis and synthesis of complex problems across a range of settings, enabling innovative solutions to enhance people's experience and improve outcomes.
This definition therefore requires that health and care professionals working at the level of advanced clinical practice will exercise autonomy and decision making in a context of complexity, uncertainty and varying levels of risk, holding accountability for decisions made' (Health Education England, 2017)
To support the wider inpatient clinical team, by providing assessment and management of inpatients during admission, discharge and episodes of clinical concern. Ensure all care is person centred and length of stay is minimised. To be central in developing a new model of care for people that integrates community hospitals to people's homes.
As an experienced ACP, take the lead as the senior clinician on the ward and take responsibility for being the senior decision maker in patient care and management. This will be under the supervision and guidance of the doctor who may be supporting remotely from another site.
Demonstrate the ability to demonstrate advanced clinical practice, service development and improvement, initiating and disseminating research and education.
The ability to work autonomously within the codes of practice and guidelines whilst being accountable for own professional actions, demonstrating the ability to carry out the role of lead practitioner within the clinical environment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Degree/diploma level education leading to Registration by the NMC/HCPC
- *Relevant Masters Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice( Or willing to completed within agree time scale )
- *Teaching qualification or equivalent experience
- *Non-Medical prescribing course
- *Physical examination course
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- *Proven leadership and management experience with a community setting
- *Proven evidence of educational support to others
- *Experience of change management as part of leadership role
- *Evidence of research and audit participation and an understanding of the process involved
- *Undertaken research as chief or principle investigator
- *Experience of developing advanced practice guidelines, protocols and pathways of care
- *Good understanding of the NHS framework and government policy
- *Familiar with current local and national issues
- *Clinical expert with significantly demonstratable frailty experience within elderly complex needs
Desirable
Additional Criteria
Essential
- SKILLS & ABILITIES
- *Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
- *Able to demonstrate advanced decision making /clinical reasoning skill through analysis and interpretation of the clinical examination
- *Ability to cope with potentially distressing situations such as imparting unwelcome news
- *Ability to take overall responsibility and accountability
- *Self-motivated and able to work under their own initiative
- *Compassionate, exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic
- *Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing demands
- *Problem solving approach
- *Innovative and creative, able to think laterally
- *Able to influence and motivate other staff
- *Team player with a 'can do' attitude
- *Personal resilience
- *Drive, energy and enthusiasm
- *Always act in a professional manner demonstrating honesty and integrity
- *Able to deal with people with challenging behaviour
- *Adaptable and flexible to needs of others and organisation
- *Demonstrates punctuality and good time keeping
- *Develop and maintain good working relationships both within the Neighbourhood and with Stakeholders
- *Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Degree/diploma level education leading to Registration by the NMC/HCPC
- *Relevant Masters Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice( Or willing to completed within agree time scale )
- *Teaching qualification or equivalent experience
- *Non-Medical prescribing course
- *Physical examination course
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- *Proven leadership and management experience with a community setting
- *Proven evidence of educational support to others
- *Experience of change management as part of leadership role
- *Evidence of research and audit participation and an understanding of the process involved
- *Undertaken research as chief or principle investigator
- *Experience of developing advanced practice guidelines, protocols and pathways of care
- *Good understanding of the NHS framework and government policy
- *Familiar with current local and national issues
- *Clinical expert with significantly demonstratable frailty experience within elderly complex needs
Desirable
Additional Criteria
Essential
- SKILLS & ABILITIES
- *Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
- *Able to demonstrate advanced decision making /clinical reasoning skill through analysis and interpretation of the clinical examination
- *Ability to cope with potentially distressing situations such as imparting unwelcome news
- *Ability to take overall responsibility and accountability
- *Self-motivated and able to work under their own initiative
- *Compassionate, exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic
- *Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing demands
- *Problem solving approach
- *Innovative and creative, able to think laterally
- *Able to influence and motivate other staff
- *Team player with a 'can do' attitude
- *Personal resilience
- *Drive, energy and enthusiasm
- *Always act in a professional manner demonstrating honesty and integrity
- *Able to deal with people with challenging behaviour
- *Adaptable and flexible to needs of others and organisation
- *Demonstrates punctuality and good time keeping
- *Develop and maintain good working relationships both within the Neighbourhood and with Stakeholders
- *Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
Desirable
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).
