Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, innovative qualified ACP to join our Specialised Cancer Services Team and contribute to the development of our adjuvant breast cancer service.
We are seeking an inspirational, influential leader who is confident, dynamic and visible and has significant experience working as an ACP within a non-surgical oncology setting and is committed to working to completion of the ACCEND ACP framework. Working with department managers and wider teams the individual will be required to ensure that clinical quality standards are consistently achieved and maintained.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a passion for nursing, be a role model who demonstrates the Trust values. As an autonomous practitioner the post holder will be required to work collaboratively with the wider MDT. They will also provide leadership and mentorship to support the development of the wider nursing team.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be a member of the team leading and delivering this exciting new service along with Consultant oncologists, Advanced Clinical Pharmacists and other ACP's.
Experience of working in Oncology independently assessing patients' suitability for systemic anticancer therapy (SACT) and subsequently prescribing SACT, particularly within Breast Cancer is also desirable.
Working for our organisation
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
The individual will join a team of Nurse ACP's delivering SACT treatment across the South Yorkshire and North East Derbyshire Cancer Alliance Region.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Relevant Masters’ degree in Advanced Practice or recognised qualification via the supported portfolio route from HEE Centre for Advancing Practice
2. Registered Nurse with Valid NMC registration or Health Care Professional and registered with HCPC with relevant clinical experience
3. Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role)
4. Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS)
5. Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
6. Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience
7. To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
Experience
Essential criteria
8. Significant relevant experience as qualified ACP working in an Oncology setting
9. Must be able to evidence and demonstrate experience of ability to act as an independent, senior decision maker in a clinical team using published specialist curricula where available
10. Evidence of portfolio of practice and sign off of competence of knowledge, skills and experience across all 4 pillars of advanced practice
11. Experience of undertaking service improvement activity
12. Evidence of contribution to audit and research activity
13. Experience of training, supervising and assessing competence of junior colleagues (medical staff / ACP's / NMAHPs)
14. Evidence of adopting strategic priorities into practice
15. Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g., sickness/absence, recruitment/selection
16. Experience and understanding of clinical governance in a practice setting and of dealing with complaints and managing / investigating clinical or other incidents
Desirable criteria
17. Evidence of leading on implementing strategic priorities into practice
18. Experience of planning, developing and co-ordinating training material, courses, and activity for others
19. Experience of leading on change management or service improvement activity
20. Experience of SACT prescribing in breast cancer pathways
Skills and Knowledge
Essential criteria
21. In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of all conditions seen in the speciality and their management
22. Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans
23. Can prioritise and manage own workload and support junior personnel in managing theirs when faced with conflicting pressures
24. High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families
25. Excellent presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students/ colleagues/ external providers
26. Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations
27. Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others
28. Knowledge of strategic vision and understanding of national and Trust agendas for advanced level practice
29. Knowledge and experience of bespoke advanced practice appraisal processes e.g., Practitioner E-Portfolio & CASP
Desirable criteria
30. Knowledge of various methods/theory of education delivery e.g., technology enhanced learning, simulation
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
31. Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships
32. Self-motivated and able to work independently.
33. Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts
34. Patient focussed with a ‘can do’ attitude
35. Commitment to staff development and training
36. Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service.
37. Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure
Please note that in order to comply with the UK Government’s rules on Skilled Worker sponsorship, any applicants who do not meet the eligibility requirements or concessions on salary thresholds under the Skilled Worker visa will not be eligible to receive sponsorship from the Trust. Please keep this in mind when submitting your application. Further details on these concessions, and who qualifies for them, can be found here.
Candidates are advised to read the attached guidance on using AI technology. When you complete your application, you are required to declare that the information in your application form is true and complete. The personal statement is exactly that; personal.
When selecting to apply via NHS Jobs, you will be redirected to our preferred recruitment system called Trac. You will be asked to create and submit your application via the Trac recruitment system.
You will not be able to track the progress of your application or receive messages through the NHS Jobs website, and furthermore, as an employer, we will not be able to respond to any e-mails sent to us via the NHS Jobs website. All communications should be sent via your Trac system account.
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The Trust is committed to its obligations in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any assistance in applying for the position please contact the General or Medical Human Resources Departments on the number identified on the NHS Jobs page for the organisation.
Job Share applicants are welcome for all full time posts unless indicated but cannot be guaranteed. In addition for Fixed Term Contracts, internal secondments may be considered, please seek the approval of your current line manager before applying for the position.
All employment with the Trust is subject to a number of NHS Employment Checks being met to a satisfactory standard including verification of identity, eligibility to work in the United Kingdom, references and qualifications in addition to professional registration, a disclosure and barring records check and occupational health check if these are deemed to be a requirement for the position to be undertaken.
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Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
38. Senior ACP Adjuvant Breast (SACT) JD (PDF, 408.4KB)
39. Senior ACP Adjuvant Breast (SACT) PS (PDF, 184.6KB)
40. Candidate Application Best Practice Guide - please read before completing your application (PDF, 236.3KB)
41. Information for Candidates (PDF, 496.3KB)
42. Getting to Work at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (PDF, 305.0KB)
43. Applicants - How We Use Your Information (PDF, 87.4KB)
44. Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 124.0KB)
45. Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.7MB)
46. A Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence and With Your Personal Statement (PDF, 163.6KB)
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Further details / informal visits contact
NameAlison MortimerJob titleNurse Director of HaSCEmail addressAlison.mortimer1@nhs.netTelephone number0114 226 5054