An exciting new position has arisen for an Acute Oncology Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) role at University Hospitals Sussex. The ACP role will work predominantly within Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) to support the ambulatory management of cancer patients presenting with complications and/or toxicities from cancer or treatment. The ACP will support with improving efficiency in the admission pathways by developing new pathways with the same day emergency care (SDEC) teams to reduce incidence of patients attending the emergency department. The role will also include service development, research and audit. The ACP will demonstrate in-depth knowledge and competence in all aspects of cancer-related emergency presentations, as well as cancer treatments and associated side effects. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
* Explore and initiate innovative ways of collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team to continuously improve the care of emergency cancer patients that attend hospitals.
* To support practice and in-business continuity work at an advanced, highly specialist level demonstrating in-depth knowledge and competence in all aspects of cancer and encompassing advanced assessment and clinical management skills that are evidence based.
* Demonstrate high levels of interpersonal and specialist technical skills in managing teams and collaborating with other ACPs when caring for patients with Acute Oncology needs.
* Discuss and reflect on complex case management.
* To use highly developed and specialist knowledge to advise other staff on the investigations and treatment required by cancer patients during their emergency admission.
* To use advanced communication skills in the management of Acute Oncology team to support the team to manage delivering complex information to patient/carers that facilitate their understanding to assist them in decision making processes.
* Collaborate with nurses and AHPs in general ward areas supporting their educational needs in developing their skills in caring for patients with acute oncology needs, particularly when communicating sensitive issues.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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