Cancer Advanced Care Practitioner

NHS Jobs; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

NHS Pension

Flexible working

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to provide advanced clinical assessment and management for patients with suspected or confirmed prostate cancer. The role involves autonomous practice, contributing to efficient, patient-centred urology services.

The post holder will support diagnostic pathways, coordinate prostate cancer MDTs, and engage in shared decision-making around treatment options including active surveillance, surgery,

Responsibilities

• Undertaking comprehensive clinical assessments, including history-taking, physical examination and interpretation of relevant investigations.
• Supporting the diagnostic pathway for suspected prostate cancer, including PSA results, prostate MRI findings and biopsy outcomes.
• Communicating diagnostic results and discussing treatment options with patients in a sensitive and supportive manner, in line with competence and agreed clinical pathways.
• Contributing to the coordination and delivery of prostate cancer MDT services.
• Supporting shared decision-making regarding treatment options, which may include active surveillance, surgery, radiotherapy, systemic therapies and supportive care.
• Providing ongoing clinical review, symptom management and follow-up for patients with prostate cancer.
• Recognising and escalating clinical deterioration, treatment-related complications and urgent concerns.
• Providing education, information and psychological support to patients and their families.
• Working closely with urology consultants, clinical nurse specialists, radiology, pathology, oncology and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contributing to clinical audit, service development, quality improvement, research and the implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Supporting the education, supervision and development of colleagues and learners.

Job description

Job Description

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities more detail about the role The post holder will provide advanced clinical assessment, decision-making and management for patients with suspected or confirmed prostate cancer. Working autonomously within their scope of practice, the ACP will contribute to the development and delivery of efficient, patient-centred urology services.

Key responsibilities

• Undertaking comprehensive clinical assessments, including history-taking, physical examination and interpretation of relevant investigations.
• Supporting the diagnostic pathway for suspected prostate cancer, including PSA results, prostate MRI findings and biopsy outcomes.
• Communicating diagnostic results and discussing treatment options with patients in a sensitive and supportive manner, in line with competence and agreed clinical pathways.
• Contributing to the coordination and delivery of prostate cancer MDT services.
• Supporting shared decision-making regarding treatment options, which may include active surveillance, surgery, radiotherapy, systemic therapies and supportive care.
• Providing ongoing clinical review, symptom management and follow-up for patients with prostate cancer.
• Recognising and escalating clinical deterioration, treatment-related complications and urgent concerns.
• Providing education, information and psychological support to patients and their families.
• Working closely with urology consultants, clinical nurse specialists, radiology, pathology, oncology and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contributing to clinical audit, service development, quality improvement, research and the implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Supporting the education, supervision and development of colleagues and learners.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Urology CNS Team Lead - Ansu Manoj on [e-mail], Tracey Todd on [e-mail], Cath Dring on [e-mail], Sarah Saundry on [e-mail]

About the employer

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you’re starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme. These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we’d love to hear from you.