Thoracic Nurse Practitioner

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Thoracic Nurse Practitioner to join the Thoracic Nurse case manager team on a permanent basis.

You will work as an independent practitioner under supervision, conducting competency‑based patient assessments and formulating management plans for Thoracic surgery patients, including pre-operative work and potential complications. The role requires flexibility and strong communication to support patients and MDTs.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse on NMC or HCPC register.
• Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits) or Master’s degree in relevant specialty.
• Specialist training/qualification in area of practice.
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice.

Responsibilities

• You will work as an independent practitioner under supervision of Thoracic surgery Nurse case managers or DMP.
• Undertake competency based patient assessment and examination to formulate a management plan for sections of patients admitted for diagnosis or treatment.
• Carry out preparatory work prior to treatment or diagnosis, including consent and investigations, and highlight potential complications.

Skills

Excellent communication

Flexibility

Education

Level 7 Post Grad Cert / Master’s degree

Higher Education approved course in supporting learners in practice

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Thoracic Nurse Practitioner
Contract Type: Permanent
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Thoracic Nurse case manager team.
This is an ideal opportunity for those who want to further enhance their specialist nursing knowledge and skills within a supportive environment.

About The Team

The thoracic nurse practitioners provide a pre-operative assessment service for patients undergoing Thoracic surgery and provide psychological support for patients diagnosed with cancer from pre-operative diagnosis.
The nurse practitioners liaise closely with lung nurse specialists, Consultant surgeons, Anaesthetist and MDT teams across the regions to ensure quality care throughout the whole of the patients’ journey.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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What You’ll Do

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will work as an independent Practitioner under the supervision of the Thoracic surgery Nurse case managers or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP)
You will undertake competency based patient assessment and examination in order to formulate a management plan for specific groups of patients admitted to UHS for diagnosis and / or treatments.
You will be expected to undertake all preparatory work prior to the patient undergoing treatment or diagnosis which may include consent, request of any further investigations and to highlight any potential complications to the Thoracic surgery Nurse case managers or relevant medical colleague.

What We’re Looking For

The post holder will ideally have experience of supporting patients with Cardiovascular & Thoracic disease within primary or secondary care. They will need to be adaptable and flexible and work in varied environments across organisational boundaries.
You will require a flexible approach to working patterns and will be required to work to a rota.
As a Nurse Practitioner within the Thoracic team you will be expected to have excellent communication skills, promote the delivery of a high standard of patient-centered care and work between organisational boundaries.
You will be expected to work across divisions. You will analyse, monitor and implement actions that ensure the service delivery is safe and effective in line with the Trust values with the support of your colleagues and line manager.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Registered nurse, Registered AHP on relevant part of NMC or HCPC register


• Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits) or Master’s degree or equivalence within relevant speciality


• Specialist training / Qualification in area of practice


• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice. Provide evidence of supporting a range of learners in practice


• Specialist clinical skills and experience within specialist area


• Evidence of policy development and implementation


• Evidence of change Management, leadership and innovation


• Evidenced based care philosophy


• Clinical experience at Band 6 or equivalent within relevant speciality

Desirable criteria

• Counselling / advanced communication skills qualification / training


• Leadership Qualification / training


• Development / use of integrated patient care pathways


• Experience of practitioner led care / clinics in own practice


• Team leadership role

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

• Patients First


• Always Improving


• Working Together