About this role
Job summary The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)(or equivalent)will provide expert autonomous clinical practice whilst leading the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of an integrated Continence, Catheter and Intermittent Self-Catheterisation (ISC) Service across outpatient, community and interface services. The post holder will lead the redesign of bladder dysfunction pathways, ensuring equitable access to high-quality continence care for adults with complex lower urinary tract dysfunction, including patients requiring intermittent self-catheterisation following neurological injury, Cauda Equina Syndrome, spinal pathology, chronic urinary retention and other urological conditions. Working at an advanced level of clinical practice across the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice (Clinical Practice, Leadership & Management, Education and Research), the ACP will work autonomously to assess, diagnose, investigate, treat and manage patients whilst leading service transformation across the organisation. The role will provide expert leadership for catheter care, continence management, bladder rehabilitation and patient education, ensuring compliance with national guidance, NHS Long Term Plan priorities and GIRFT recommendations.
***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.***
Main duties of the job
Key Dimensions:
Practise autonomously within scope of Advanced Clinical Practice by:
Undertaking comprehensive advanced clinical assessment. Requesting and interpreting diagnostic investigations. Diagnosing lower urinary tract dysfunction. Managing complex bladder disorders. Prescribing independently where qualified. Developing holistic management plans. Performing advanced bladder assessment. Managing complex catheter-related complications. Managing patients with neurogenic bladder dysfunction. Leading independent continence clinics. Managing complex patients without direct medical supervision where appropriate ***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.
Available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity. (With current line manager's agreement). ***
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Develop comprehensive pathways for:
Continence assessment Catheter management Trial Without Catheter (TWOC) Female ISC Male ISC Suprapubic catheter management Long-term catheter review Neurogenic bladder Cauda Equina Syndrome Community catheter services GP referral pathways Community rehabilitation Pelvic Health Services Develop:
Standard Operating Procedures Clinical Guidelines Care Pathways Referral Criteria Patient Group Directions (where appropriate) Electronic documentation Digital referral systems Patient education resources Ensure seamless transition between:
Acute Care Outpatients Community Services Primary Care Rehabilitation Services Develop competency frameworks for:
Female ISC Male ISC Neurogenic bladder Learning disability adaptations Neurodivergent patients Patients with reduced dexterity Patients requiring assisted ISC COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Work collaboratively with:
Neurosurgery Orthopaedics Neurology Rehabilitation Medicine Physiotherapy Community Continence Teams Specialist Urology Services *** See JD for full job details
Person Specification
.Knowledge and Experience Essential
oRecent demonstrable experience in Urology oDemonstrable management ability and leadership experience oExcellent clinical and practical skills oDemonstrable experience of education and supervision oProven advanced clinical skills
Desirable
oProven EPIC knowledge oProven awareness of functional urological procedures
Qualifications Essential
oPrimary Nurse or AHP qualification Prescribing qualification (or working towards) oEducation/Mentorship course or willing to complete oProven evidence of relevant, recent study.
Desirable
oManagement/Leadership training oTeaching qualification
APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential
Excellent communication skills oProven ability to communicate with patients and their families in an empathetic manner regarding treatment and procedures oProven ability to recognise and analyse complex situations oIndependent and autonomous practitioner oProven effective communication skills
Desirable
oWillingness to develop new protocols
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address Derriford Hospital
Plymouth
PL68DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)