Job overview
We are looking for a fully trained, experienced, senior SCP who can lead a team of surgical and advanced nurse practitioners in addition to providing advanced level surgical assistance in cardiac theatres. The applicant should be a dynamic individual, with leadership qualities, who working in partnership with the consultant surgeons, is involved in recruiting, developing and managing a fully functional surgical (SCP) and ward based team (ANP).
The individual will also have the exciting opportunity to participate in the ongoing development of a robust Pre-operative Assessment Service, as well as assist with the preparation of in and outpatients for surgery. As a Lead SCP the individual will be involved in facilitating the training of trainee surgeons and SCPs under the overall supervision of a consultant surgeon.
Main duties of the job
Overall, the individual will lead the surgical care practitioner and advanced nurse practitioner programme development in partnership with the consultant cardiac surgeons, with a special focus on building a strong team focused on quality and safety, training and development of relevant skills, alignment with market opportunities, efficient use of resources, and forming a sustainable workforce for the future.
The post holder will work as a member of the cardiac surgical team providing the highest level of patient care alongside the consultant cardiac surgeons at King’s College Hospital.
The post holder must possess advanced knowledge of a range of surgical procedures and demonstrate evidence of current practice and theory in the field.
The post holder will develop a strong working relationship with each consultant and be able to fully anticipate and assist according to their individual working style, ensuring their requirements to work at the highest standard are met.
Working for our organisation
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.