About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Trainee Advanced Practitioner - Cardiology
Contract Type:Permanent
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic clinician to join our established Cardiology Advanced Practitioner ward team.
Are you an experienced registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional, with a strong interest in Cardiology and a desire to develop as an Advanced Practitioner.
Working alongside Consultant Cardiologists, Advanced Practitioners and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will develop the knowledge, skills and capabilities required to practise at an advanced level, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to patients with acute and complex cardiology presentations.
You will undertake a recognised MSc in Advanced Practice and develop the capabilities outlined within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025) across the four pillars of advanced practice: Clinical Practice, Leadership and Management, Education, and Research. Throughout your training, you will receive structured clinical and educational supervision from the Advanced Practice leadership team and designated medical supervisors.
On successful completion of the MSc advanced practice programme, demonstration of the required advanced practice capabilities, achievement of all specialty-specific competencies, and successful presentation of your portfolio through the Trust's Advanced Practice governance and expert review process, you will progress to a substantive Band 8a Advanced Practitioner role.
About us
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. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. 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 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description Job responsibilities
What You'll Do
As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner, you will progressively develop and demonstrate capabilities across the four pillars of advanced practice as described within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025):
You will develop the capability to work autonomously while remaining an integral member of the wider cardiology team, assessing, investigating, diagnosing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients throughout their inpatient journey.
Clinical Practice
Develop advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills.
Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and contribute to the investigation, diagnosis and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiology conditions.
Deliver safe, evidence-based care within agreed clinical pathways, protocols and governance frameworks.
Work towards autonomous practice whilst receiving appropriate clinical supervision and support.
Leadership and Management
Contribute to the development, improvement and transformation of cardiology services.
Demonstrate effective leadership within the multidisciplinary team.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation projects that enhance patient outcomes and experience.
Education
Support the learning and development of colleagues and students within the clinical environment.
Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
Share knowledge and promote best practice across professional groups.
Research
Critically appraise evidence and apply research findings to clinical practice.
Participate in audit, service evaluation and research activities within the specialty.
Contribute to the development of evidence-based practice and innovation within cardiology services.
With increasing autonomy throughout the training programme, you will become a key member of the cardiology team, developing the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required for advanced level practice.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable and highly motivated clinician with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
Current professional registration with an appropriate healthcare regulatory body.
Significant post-registration clinical experience, ideally within Cardiology, acute medicine, critical care or another relevant specialty.
Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to lifelong learning.
The ability to work effectively within a busy and evolving clinical environment.
Strong clinical reasoning, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
A commitment to developing advanced practice capabilities and undertaking Master's level study.
As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner, you will be expected to work towards achieving the capabilities outlined within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025) across the four pillars of:
Clinical Practice
Leadership and Management
Education
Research
This is a developmental training post in which the successful candidate will deliver advanced-level care under the supervision of experienced Advanced Practitioners and designated medical supervisors, whilst undertaking a recognised MSc in Advanced Practice.
The post holder will develop the knowledge, skills and professional capabilities required to provide expert clinical management and care for patients within Cardiology. Throughout the programme, you will complete an advanced practice portfolio evidencing achievement of the NHS England advanced practice capabilities and specialty-specific competencies.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the NHS England Centre for Advancing Practice guidance, including Readiness for Advanced Practice: A Guide for Aspiring and Trainee Advanced Practitioners, prior to application.
The Cardiology Advanced Practitioner ward team provides a seven-day service, working between 07:30 and 20:30, delivering a hybrid model of care alongside the medical team to support cardiology inpatients across their hospital stay.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential
Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study) Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Evidence of on-going personal and professional development Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty Coaching/leadership experience
Desirable
Completion of HTPA Competencies Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification ILS trained Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan) Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
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Employer details Employer name University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address CAR Cardiac Chest Pain
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)