Advanced Clinical Practitioner: Haematology

Advanced Clinical Practitioner: Haematology Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We are currently looking to recruit a Haematology Advanced Clinical Practitioner, with demonstrable experience in autonomous practice. The post holder will provide expertise in their area of clinical practice, professional leadership, and education in the field of Haematology.

This role supports both inpatient and outpatient settings and manages the Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist team.

You will be joining a forward-thinking and dedicated team where patient experience and excellence in care are our priorities.

We would consider applications for a Trainee ACP role.

Main duties of the job

As part of a multi-professional team, the post holder will work at an advanced level of clinical practice, operating autonomously and practicing collaboratively whilst demonstrating accountability and self-direction in line with the relevant code of professional conduct.

The post holder will be a clinical leader in their sphere of practice over a predefined period, enabling innovative solutions to improve care and patient experience. They will demonstrate advanced levels of clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning to provide differential diagnoses.

The post holder should be able to work within a high-pressure environment. They will have knowledge and skills within haematology diseases and treatments, within a specified area, supporting advanced practice supported by a clinical supervisor. Additional skills and knowledge will be attained within their specialist area, enabling the review of patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).

About us

Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition, and Respect - are a guiding principle in everything we do. These values drive us towards our vision of delivering great joined-up services to our community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.

Job responsibilities

• To take responsibility for autonomously managing patients, utilizing specialist skills and knowledge as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to manage patients undergoing SACT in all clinical environments.
• To assess individuals and families using person-centred approaches and a range of assessment methods, including history taking, physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, and conducting health needs assessments.
• To use clinical reasoning skills to undertake in-depth assessments, interpret findings, develop diagnoses, and formulate, communicate, implement, and evaluate management plans.
• To apply evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including prescribing medication where legally permitted, and monitor the effectiveness of these interventions.
• To promote value-based decision making, critically evaluating and applying knowledge and skills in a person-centred way, challenging protocols or workplace imperatives when necessary.
• Please see the attached Job Description for full details.

Person Specification Education

• Registered Practitioner (NMC, HCPC)
• Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Psychological Level 2 training
• Teaching and Assessing qualification
• Management Qualification
• IRMER Certificate

Experience

• Significant experience in the specialty at band 7 or above
• Understanding of current issues within cancer nursing
• Experience of co-design with patients in service development
• Evidence of competent practice in managing patients undergoing SACT at a senior level
• Experience of research, individually or as part of a team
• Involvement in service user advocacy and complaints resolution

Knowledge

• Expert knowledge in the clinical field
• Highly developed, specialist clinical skills for the area of work
• Ability to manage and deliver complex and changing workloads, resolving conflicting priorities within tight timescales
• Evidence of clinical judgment and advanced decision-making in current practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust