The Advanced Practitioner (AP) will use their specialist knowledge and skills to provide healthcare independently to patients in the acute oncology setting. The AP is accountable for the total episode of care for patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed needs. Specifically, this AP will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing and treating acute oncology patients who present to the acute oncology assessment area (J95). A plan will be put in place to either discharge the patient or admit them to our acute oncology ward, and the AP will be involved in their ongoing care post-admission as part of the wider medical team caring for this patient.
The post holder will act as a role model, delivering advanced practice and promoting clinical effectiveness in care. He / she will be required to work autonomously in delivering independent assessment, clinical examination, diagnosis, clinical decision-making and planning of care and treatment, diagnosis, prescribing, health promotion and safe discharge of patients.
The post holder will work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and will play an integral role in the operational/strategic development of the service.
The postholder will promote and facilitate evidence-based practice and clinical audit and research within the Trust.
In return for your hard work and dedication, we are keen to support development opportunities, including management, research and leadership skills.
If you are considering a move to a position which will enable you to drive forward and lead high standards of care, please contact us to discuss this exciting opportunity.
Informal enquiries are encouraged; please contact Jenna Tate, Lead ACP for Oncology CSU [email protected]
