Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Trainee ACP (Advanced Clinical Practitioner) to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. This exciting and challenging role will be part of the non-medical workforce within Surgical services and be part of the wider medical team. This speciality already has many advanced and non- medical practitioners working within this department; however, this is the first role of its kind and will encompass a depth and breadth of practice within this speciality. This will include leading on ward-based care, outpatient clinics and developing a speciality procedure skill to help outpatient services on qualification.
Main duties of the job
As a Trainee ACP, you will be part of a wider ACP team on a structured academic and clinical training programme and be expected to gain a full Master's Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice including a non-medical prescribing qualification.
As a Trainee ACP, you will work alongside fellow clinicians to provide care in the Trust and we anticipate that you will have a significant presence clinically and will eventually provide enhanced levels of care.
** Please note that the Masters level qualification for this post will be funded through the apprenticeship levy and therefore the following criteria must be met:
- GCSE Grade 9 - 4 (A* - C) or equivalent in Maths and English Language. *
- Must not be on an Apprenticeship or any other Government funded training.
- Must not have a qualification at the same or higher level in the same vocational area.
- Has been a UK resident for 3 or more years or meets the eligible and valid residency status and permission to work in the UK criteria in Annex A of the linked funding document:2223_Employer_Rules_Version_1_Final.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk)
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Current Health and Care Professions Council registration (HCPC)
- Extensive post registration experience of which significant experience within Acute care environment at Band 6 level or above
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of effective people management and leadership skills
- Ability to work/study at Masters level and complete associated academic qualification for role within a set timeframe.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change
- Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship and development of nurses or other AHP in a clinical / academic practice
- Computer literacy
- Non-medical prescriber
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
- Evidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and clinical audit
- Highly developed effective communication/negotiation skills
- Excellent clinical reasoning / decision making
- Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
Physical and Mental
Essential
- Physical effort - post holder required to exert frequent moderate physical effort for several short periods
- Mental effort - to exert frequent concentration on patient assessment and responding to frequent changing needs in the clinical area
- Emotional effort - the post holder will at times be dealing with distressing and emotional circumstances
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Current Health and Care Professions Council registration (HCPC)
- Extensive post registration experience of which significant experience within Acute care environment at Band 6 level or above
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of effective people management and leadership skills
- Ability to work/study at Masters level and complete associated academic qualification for role within a set timeframe.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change
- Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship and development of nurses or other AHP in a clinical / academic practice
- Computer literacy
- Non-medical prescriber
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
- Evidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and clinical audit
- Highly developed effective communication/negotiation skills
- Excellent clinical reasoning / decision making
- Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
Physical and Mental
Essential
- Physical effort - post holder required to exert frequent moderate physical effort for several short periods
- Mental effort - to exert frequent concentration on patient assessment and responding to frequent changing needs in the clinical area
- Emotional effort - the post holder will at times be dealing with distressing and emotional 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).
