About this role
Job summary
Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
The renal cancer team is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)nurse to work with their dynamic progressive team. The service is based at the Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Wirral although some clinical commitments will be between our other site in Liverpool.
The successful applicant must be motivated and enthusiastic about the specialist care needs of this patient group. They should be able to demonstrate advanced communication skills, organisational and multi-tasking skills and have the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently in a busy and fast paced working environment. The successful applicant must demonstrate an ability to support, teach, develop and educate others and possess good leadership skills. They should be able to work autonomously and as part of a strong multidisciplinary team in order to maintain and deliver a high quality of care.
Trainee ACPs in their last 8 weeks of training CAN apply for this role.
Main duties of the job
They will practice the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice:o Advanced Clinical Practiceo Facilitation of Education and Learningo Leadershipo Evidence, Research and Development
They will:-Practice autonomously with a high level of accountability at anadvanced clinical level in the direct delivery of high quality care,making critical clinical decisions based on advanced clinicalskills assessment, diagnosis and treatment within an agreedscope of practice.They will order investigations and prescribe medications within the capacity of non-medical prescribing.Plan and manage complete episodes of care, working inpartnership with others and delegating and referring asappropriate to optimise health outcomes and resource use, aswell as providing direct support to patients and clients- Advocate and contribute to the development of an organisational culture that supports continuous learning and development, evidence-based practice and succession planning.- To provide clear leadership and direction to support both the medical and nursing teams acting as a role model for the Trust, presenting a positive image to patients and staff.- As a clinical leader they have the freedom and authority to act and accept the responsibility and accountability for those actions.- Critically engage in research activity, adhering to good research practice guidance, so that evidence based strategies are developed and applied to enhance quality, safety, productivity and value for money
About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.
Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.
Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.
We are -
Kind Empowered Responsible Inclusive
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Current registration with a relevant professional body MSc in Advanced Nursing Practice/Advanced Clinical Practice Non-medical prescribing qualification with portfolio supporting attainment of competency Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject Recognised Leadership Qualification Evidence of continued professional development Advanced Communications Skills Training Recognised teaching qualification Advanced Life Support qualification.( only ANP/ACP's who participate in MET cover) IO needle insertion ( Only ANP's who participate in MET cover)
Desirable
Research Qualification Psychological skills training Level 2 training or above
Knowledge and Expertise Essential
Highly motivated and experienced practitioner with substantive range of experience within cancer care Broad and advanced knowledge of pathophysiology Sound level of knowledge in relation to invasive and non invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures Knowledge of national standards, policies and working knowledge of clinical governance Understanding of evidence based practice and ability to critically appraise and implement research findings into practice. In-depth specialist experience within specialist field Has the knowledge to support safe clinical decision making in relation to admission and discharge
Desirable
Extensive knowledge of clinical practice and oncology treatments including treatment induced side-effects
Experience Essential
Experience of writing policies and procedures Proven leadership experience including delivering to targets, change initiatives and service improvement Leadership and mentoring skills to energise the team and motivate individuals Extensive post registration experience with recent experience at a senior level Working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary Team. Experience of participation in research and audit Ability to influence and develop clinical services Demonstrates current knowledge of professional and NHS issues and the implication for clinical environment Enthusiasm and drive to improve practice through education and training Committed to continuing professional development of self and others
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 The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT
Address The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool
65 Pembroke Place
Liverpool
L7 8YA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)