Advanced Clinical Practitioner

at  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
We are looking for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) with specialist interest in Cardiology, to join an established team of Cardiology ACPs. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic ACP to work collaboratively with the multi professional team in providing advanced clinical practice within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, with the experience, knowledge, and leadership to develop and support the delivery of the service.
Having completed the academic and core clinical requirement (4 pillars of advanced practice), you will continue to work within ACP frameworks. The advanced clinical practitioner will practise independently to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate the clinical care and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiology presentations. The advanced clinical practitioner will have key relationships with all members of the nursing, medical and multidisciplinary team, as well as the leadership team.
The post holder will join the Cardiology ACP team, work a 7-day service and operates 07:30hrs – 20:30hrs working alongside our medical colleagues for inpatients through their hospital stay. This includes patients in our coronary care unit and in the ward areas.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised.
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service

To perform at an advanced level within the four broad based competencies of advanced practice (Health Education England 2017).

• Expert clinical practice
• Leadership and management, in order to improve and transform services.
• Research – application of existing research and contributing to new research within chosen speciality.
• Education and Development of self and others.
• The Advanced Clinical Practitioner will practice independently as a core member of the Medical Team; you will have responsibility for the medical management of a defined patient or client group under guidance of the Consultant responsible for the care episode.
• You will demonstrate a high level of competence in specific areas of knowledge, nursing expertise, health assessment and clinical decision-making.
• You will provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals.
• You will practice clinically within agreed care protocols; these will be monitored by the Designated Medical Lead / Practitioner
• You will advise and support the Care Group management team regarding overall service strategy and future development of the service.
• The post holder will work across professional, departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care, with particular responsibility for leading nurse-led care initiatives.

To be successful in your application you will need to provide evidence of meeting ACP MSc academic requirements and core capabilities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible individual, with good organisational and excellent communication skills. You will need the ability to work in an ever changing, demanding situations

Please refer the Job description for details