Trainee Advanced Practitioner

at  University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

We are seeking highly motivated Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) to join our dynamic and growing regional stroke team. Applicants must be willing and able to commit to completing MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice. This can be from a nursing or AHP background.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality stroke care, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and support our vision of a truly integrated stroke service.
The service is recruiting to 3 ACP roles, that will be a blend of 8a ACP and B7 Trainee ACP, and priority will be given to the right candidates across both.
If are an enthusiastic, dynamic, proactive, and innovative individual with a strong drive for excellence, we invite you to connect with us.
For more information, please contact Sarah Budden, Director for Nursing and Integrated Professions via email sarah.budden@nhs.net or Tracey Foster UEC Transformation Lead via email t.foster5@nhs.net
Interviews for shortlisted applicants are scheduled for Wednesday 29 January 2025.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undertake and complete a Masters Degree in Advanced Practice (or equivalent) alongside robust speciality advanced practice training and completion of a portfolio of evidence.
• Exercise autonomous clinical expertise, high levels of judgement and decision making and utilise advanced clinical skills to ensure that their patients receive holistic, timely and high-quality care.
• Draw on expertise on the four pillars of advanced practice to lead and influence improvements to standards of care.
• Develop a culture of organisational learning to inspire future and existing staff.
• Influence or lead on the improvement of care though clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and research in collaboration with clinical and academic colleagues.
• Demonstrate compassionate leadership in daily working

Person Specification

• Statutory Professional Registration
• Professional Degree
• Demonstrable evidence of ability to work at academic level 7 (prior level 6 or level 7 study, or if appropriate, willingness to submit academic piece for assessment)

About Us
As a Comprehensive Stroke Centre for Devon and Cornwall we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services within a supportive and innovative environment for our staff. Our stroke service strives to be at the forefront of clinical excellence and is dedicated to providing comprehensive, holistic care to patients across our community.
Our service has dedicated stroke facilities, staffed by a multidisciplinary team of expert doctors, nurses, and rehabilitation therapists. Together, we work in collaboration with the region’s leading neurosurgical, neuroradiology, and vascular services and community partners to provide integrated and comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation options for our patients.
The stroke service is committed to reducing long-term disability and mortality through comprehensive treatments and holistic care for all patients. We advocate a nursing model that empowers our nursing team with in-depth awareness, understanding, and access to every aspect of the stroke care pathway.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undertake and complete a Masters Degree in Advanced Practice (or equivalent) alongside robust speciality advanced practice training and completion of a portfolio of evidence.
• Exercise autonomous clinical expertise, high levels of judgement and decision making and utilise advanced clinical skills to ensure that their patients receive holistic, timely and high-quality care.
• Draw on expertise on the four pillars of advanced practice to lead and influence improvements to standards of care.
• Develop a culture of organisational learning to inspire future and existing staff.
• Influence or lead on the improvement of care though clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and research in collaboration with clinical and academic colleagues.
• Demonstrate compassionate leadership in daily working

Person Specification

• Statutory Professional Registration
• Professional Degree
• Demonstrable evidence of ability to work at academic level 7 (prior level 6 or level 7 study, or if appropriate, willingness to submit academic piece for assessment)