About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be a clinical expert in the field and will fulfil the 4 domains of Advanced Practice:
Clinical Practice
Leadership and Management
Facilitation of Learning and Education
Research and Development
Advanced practice is delivered by experienced, registered health and care professionals. It is a level of practice characterised by a high degree of autonomy and complex decision making. Advanced practice embodies the ability to manage clinical care in partnership with individuals, families and carers. It includes the analysis and synthesis of complex problems across a range of settings, enabling innovative solutions to enhance people's experience and improve outcomes.
If recruited to a trainee role, the post holder will be supported through an NHS England accredited programme or an equivalence e-portfolio (supported) route to gain an Advanced Practice qualification (Digital Badge). There is an expectation that a maximum of 80% of the post holder's time will be spent in direct clinical practice, having clinical responsibility for a defined cohort of patients and providing leadership for clinicians within this clinical area. The remaining time (a minimum 20%) will be allocated to non-clinical duties in an agreed job plan that meets service and role needs, being reviewed annually or more frequently as required.
Main duties of the job
Assessment of patients on initial presentation, initiation of treatment as appropriate - including prescribing, review of existing treatments and therapies, and ongoing review as clinically indicated
To request and interpret diagnostic investigations, including pathology and radiological imaging, and using findings to initiate treatment
Provide advice, support and education to colleagues
Develop and deliver educational programmes for staff locally and work with advanced practitioners nationally to develop practice
Act as clinical role model / educator for developing and delivering care that is responsive to changing requirements
To constructively challenge others and demonstrate receptiveness to challenge
Take active part in Clinical Governance, Quality Improvement, research and development initiatives
Facilitate research-based practice and assist in disseminating research findings and influencing change
About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please note that this post will cover Great Western Hospital as well as Gloucestershire Hospitals on rotation.
For more detail please see attached in-depth job description
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Health Care Professional with a regulatory body Meets university entry criteria for accredited MSc Advanced Practice programme
Essential & desirable Essential
Evidence of Maths and English GCSE (Grade C/4) or equivalent Registered Health Care Professional with a regulatory body Meets university entry criteria for accredited MSc Advanced Practice programme Evidence of continuing professional development or postgraduate education in relevant specialty demonstrating ability to work at level 7 Excellent communication skills with MDT members, patients and their families, both verbal and written Demonstrates ability to take overall responsibility and accountability Extensive depth and breadth of clinical experience in vascular specialty Experience of management and leadership in practice Evidence of teaching, education, supervision or mentorship in practice Reliable, Adaptable and Dependable
Desirable
Enhanced IT skills - working knowledge of software packages such as word, excel and outlook alongside EPR, PACS, ICE, NVR etc Able to critically appraise and synthesise the outcome of relevant research, evaluation and audit Experience of developing practice guidelines and governance Experience working at Enhanced or Specialist Practitioner level within a health care setting Evidence of participation in research, audit or quality improvement Evidence of commitment to work towards full Advanced Practitioner role
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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Gloucestershire Hospitals
Great Western Rd
Gloucester
GL13ND
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)