About this role
Job summary
Are you ready to practice at an advanced level in one of the busiest and most exciting areas of healthcare?
We are seeking a motivated, confident Emergency Department ACP to join our dynamic ED team and deliver highquality, seniorlevel emergency care.
Main duties of the job
As an ED ACP, you will:
Independently assess, diagnose, treat, and discharge patients presenting with undifferentiated illness and injury
Request, interpret, and act on investigations including pathology and imaging
Make autonomous clinical decisions within agreed scope of practice
Work collaboratively with consultants, medical staff, and the wider MDT
Support flow, patient safety, and quality improvement in a fast-paced environment
Provide leadership, education, and support to junior staff
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Description for 4034
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Value-based questions Essential
In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe how you ensure you contribute to a well functioning team.
Knowledge and Awareness Essential
Demonstrate understanding of current developments in the specialty Knowledge of current NHS, Professional and educational issues Knowledge of current Advanced Clinical Practice policy and framework drivers Knowledge of clinical governance and risk assessment/management Knowledge of infection control issues Knowledge and understanding of statutory and professional requirements Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures Awareness of confidentiality
Experience Essential
Experience at working at band 7 level or equivalent in an emergency/acute care setting or prehospital Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship and supervision of staff Evidence of involvement in change management Evidence of continuing professional development, innovation and implementation of successful change management initiatives Broad range of clinical expertise and experience in emergency care setting Experience of undertaking research and audit processes Clear understanding of acute performance targets, key performance indicators and ability to identify opportunities to improve service delivery Evidence of commitment to developing the ED ACP service Evidence of service improvement and change
Qualifications Essential
Professional Registration: NMC/Paramedic/other allied health professional Masters Qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice Advanced Physical Assessment qualification (MSc Level) Registered V300 Independent prescribing qualification Chest/other Radiographic Interpretation Qualification (Msc Level) Attained/working towards RCEM curriculum credentialing Advanced Resuscitation (ALS) Leadership/Management course Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
Desirable
Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Qualification MIMMS course ATLS Level 1 Ultrasound Written orders for Blood transfusion IRMER training
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.
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 Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)