Job summary
Harrogate District NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for our Oncology Service. This is a new role and we are committed to developing our ACP workforce within Cancer Services
The role will work alongside the established Oncology and Acute Oncology team, comprising of Consultant Medical and Clinical Oncology Consultants, acute oncology CNS team and an Advanced Practitioner. The team work closely with colleagues from the tertiary centre in Leeds enabling the best treatment and care for our patients.
You will be a registered ACP with a specific interest and extensive clinical experience in oncology. You will also provide support to the Acute Oncology team, providing clinical expertise and advice and supporting the AO CNS team. Applicants who are within 6 months of qualification are welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of the role will be to provide expert advanced clinical practice, leadership and collaborative working, research delivery and education to staff and patients independently across inpatient and outpatient settings.
The post holder will be a clinical expert practicing autonomously as an advanced practitioner within oncology to provide patient centred care. They will be required to deliver independent assessment, clinical examination, clinical decision making and planning of care and treatment including independent prescribing.
The post holders will provide inpatient advice and support to medical teams and ward staff for patients with oncological conditions and develop strong professional relationships to ensure safe, good quality care for patients.
The post holders will work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and will play an integral role in the operational and strategic development of the oncology service.
The post holders will provide a range of education and learning strategies to meet the needs of health care professionals providing care and treatment for patients with oncological malignancies across the organisation.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
* An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
* Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
* Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
* Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will practice within the four pillars of the Advanced Practitioner role:
Delivering expert, advanced clinical practice
Developing self and others through education
Leadership and collaborative practice
Improving quality and developing practice
Please see attached Job description and specification for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will practice within the four pillars of the Advanced Practitioner role:
Delivering expert, advanced clinical practice
Developing self and others through education
Leadership and collaborative practice
Improving quality and developing practice
Please see attached Job description and specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications and Skills
Essential
* Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional
* Recognised teaching and assessing qualification
* Degree in relevant health care related subject
* MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice
* Demonstrate relevant clinical and managerial experience
* Experience of audit and/or research
* Teaching and assessment experience in clinical practice
* Independent Prescriber
* Post-registration qualification in autonomous / specialist/ advanced assessment practice
Desirable
* Attainment of relevant modules studied at master's level Leadership modules
* ILS/ALS
Person Specification
Qualifications and Skills
Essential
* Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional
* Recognised teaching and assessing qualification
* Degree in relevant health care related subject
* MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice
* Demonstrate relevant clinical and managerial experience
* Experience of audit and/or research
* Teaching and assessment experience in clinical practice
* Independent Prescriber
* Post-registration qualification in autonomous / specialist/ advanced assessment practice
Desirable
* Attainment of relevant modules studied at master's level Leadership modules
* ILS/ALS
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 .
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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
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