Advanced Clinical Practitioner
hace 2 días
Whitehaven
Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust.This innovative role sits within a developing and integrated cancer pathway, where the post holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to patients presenting with oncological emergencies, complications of systemic anti-cancer treatments, and patients on the Malignancy of Unknown Origin (MUO) and Non-Site-Specific (NSS) cancer pathways.Working as an autonomous practitioner within a multidisciplinary team, the ACP will provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management across acute and ambulatory care settings, supporting early cancer diagnosis and improving patient outcomes.Main duties of the jobProvide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with acute oncology presentationsWork autonomously and collaboratively across Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit, wards, outpatient areas, and ambulatory settingsSupport early identification and management of oncological emergencies (e.g. neutropenic sepsis, spinal cord compression)Play a key role in the assessment, investigation and coordination of patients referred via MUO and Non-Site-Specific (NSS) cancer pathways, ensuring timely diagnostics and onward referralWork closely with site-specific MDTs, diagnostics, and cancer services to facilitate rapid diagnosis and treatment planningDeliver evidence-based care and contribute to reducing avoidable admissions and improving patient flowPrescribe independently (or work towards independent prescribing) in line with Trust policiesAct as a clinical expert resource for colleagues across the TrustContribute to education, training and development of staff within acute, oncology, and urgent care servicesLead and participate in audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives, particularly in relation to early diagnosis pathways (MUO/NSS)Ensure safe, effective communication with patients, families and the multidisciplinary teamAbout usAt NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':Being a clinically led organisationQuality and safety at the heart of our TrustA positive patient experience every timeA great place to workManaging our money wellAs an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.DetailsDate posted14 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary 57,528 to 64,750 a year Per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number262-A-26-8050036-AJob locationsCross site coverWest Cumberland HospitalWhitehavenCA28 8JGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIPPlease note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.Disclosure and Barring Service: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.The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:Standard Check: 21.50 + Administration cost of 6.50 = 28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.Enhanced Check: 49.50 + administration cost of 6.50 = 56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS DiscountsSalary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to WorkExcellent opportunities for developmentCompetitive NHS Pension schemeVivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problemsSubject to eligibilityImportant InformationPlease ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIPPlease note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.Disclosure and Barring Service: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.The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:Standard Check: 21.50 + Administration cost of 6.50 = 28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.Enhanced Check: 49.50 + administration cost of 6.50 = 56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS DiscountsSalary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to WorkExcellent opportunities for developmentCompetitive NHS Pension schemeVivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problemsSubject to eligibilityImportant InformationPlease ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing datePerson Specification Qualifications EssentialoRegistered healthcare practitioner with 5 years post education experience in either Cancer/acute medicine or surgeryoEducated to Master's degree level or willingness to undertake as part of their role in AOSoPortfolio demonstrates continual professional developmentoProven Leadership skillsoILS providerDesirableALS provider/ instructor Knowledge and Experience EssentialoProfessional knowledge acquired through masters/degree/diplomaoIT literateoExperience of mentoring and developing staffoCurrent Professional registrationoEvidence of management skills gained through theoretical knowledge or experienceoExperience of mentoring and developing staffoExperience in acute medicine or surgeryoExperience managing critically ill or unwell patients skills and aptitude EssentialoAbility to problem solve, analyse, compare and interpret complex information before making a decisionoPrioritise clinical workload and assess associated risks, taking appropriate actionoAbility to present information to individuals and groups as required using appropriate resourcesoCommunicate complex and sensitive information to patients, the public and staff by using negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance, facilitation and influencing skillsoCommunicate complex and sensitive information to patients, the public and staff by using negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance, facilitation and influencing skillsoWorks with the consultants and junior doctors in ensuring awareness of junior doctor numbers, reporting appropriately where deficits are notedoLiaise with consultants/senior team members in organising workoEnsure awareness of consultant plans for their client groups and communicate plans to junior medical staff for their completion where the ACP is unable to completeoContribute to policy and practice changesoParticipate in audits and research within own clinical area , use the results of research to inform own clinical practiceDesirableoExperience in Oncology/ Haematology Other requirements EssentialoCross site cover Person Specification Qualifications EssentialoRegistered healthcare practitioner with 5 years post education experience in either Cancer/acute medicine or surgeryoEducated to Master's degree level or willingness to undertake as part of their role in AOSoPortfolio demonstrates continual professional developmentoProven Leadership skillsoILS providerDesirableALS provider/ instructor Knowledge and Experience EssentialoProfessional knowledge acquired through masters/degree/diplomaoIT literateoExperience of mentoring and developing staffoCurrent Professional registrationoEvidence of management skills gained through theoretical knowledge or experienceoExperience of mentoring and developing staffoExperience in acute medicine or surgeryoExperience managing critically ill or unwell patients skills and aptitude EssentialoAbility to problem solve, analyse, compare and interpret complex information before making a decisionoPrioritise clinical workload and assess associated risks, taking appropriate actionoAbility to present information to individuals and groups as required using appropriate resourcesoCommunicate complex and sensitive information to patients, the public and staff by using negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance, facilitation and influencing skillsoCommunicate complex and sensitive information to patients, the public and staff by using negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance, facilitation and influencing skillsoWorks with the consultants and junior doctors in ensuring awareness of junior doctor numbers, reporting appropriately where deficits are notedoLiaise with consultants/senior team members in organising workoEnsure awareness of consultant plans for their client groups and communicate plans to junior medical staff for their completion where the ACP is unable to completeoContribute to policy and practice changesoParticipate in audits and research within own clinical area , use the results of research to inform own clinical practiceDesirableoExperience in Oncology/ Haematology Other requirements EssentialoCross site coverDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation TrustAddressCross site coverWest Cumberland HospitalWhitehavenCA28 8JGUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorth Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation TrustAddressCross site coverWest Cumberland HospitalWhitehavenCA28 8JGUnited KingdomEmployer's website