About this role
Job summary
Do you have an interest in Acute Oncology? Would you like to further develop your Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) skills while supporting cancer patients experiencing complications related to their disease or treatment?
If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 8a Acute Oncology Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term basis to provide maternity leave cover (secondment opportunities will be considered).
The ACP will be an autonomous clinician who delivers expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with cancer-related emergencies and treatment toxicities.
Working across the four pillars of advanced practice - clinical practice, leadership, education, and research - the post holder will work within the AO team to lead complex clinical decision-making and independent prescribing. The ACP will also support service development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the implementation of evidence-based practice to optimise patient outcomes and reduce unnecessary hospital admissions.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic ACP to join our dynamic Acute Oncology Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist service providing expert care to patients presenting with complications related to cancer or treatment toxicities.
About the RoleThe service delivers:
A telephone triage helpline Oncology Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) Inpatient ward rounds Support for patients with Malignancy of Unknown Origin (MUO) and Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP)The role involves expert assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and discharge of patients within the emergency care setting.
Key Responsibilities
Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with complex acute oncology needs Review and manage treatment-related toxicities, urgent disease complications and patients with suspected cancer, ensuring timely intervention and admission avoidance. Act as a clinical expert, providing specialist advice and guidance to the wider multidisciplinary team Support education, teaching, and mentorship of junior staff Contribute to the development of evidence-based practice, including audits and research projects Work collaboratively across teams to improve patient flow and reduce unnecessary hospital admissionsThis role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills within a supportive and forward-thinking team, while making a meaningful difference to patient care.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Sunday 8 am - 6 pm (Including bank holidays)
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 01/06/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
For further information please contact: Pippa Solomon Lead Acute Oncology ACP or Naomi Clatworthy AO Nurse Consultant on 01271 334464 [email protected]/[email protected].
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements Essential
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Desirable
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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.
Employer details Employer name Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address North Devon District Hospital
Raleigh Park
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)