Advanced Nurse Practitioner

We are currently looking to a recruit an already established band 7 Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our Trauma and orthopaedics Service at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). For several years now, Trauma and orthopaedics has recruited a team of proactive, committed and dynamic practitioners who have developed the role of Advanced Nurse Practitioners into a well-defined, structured and respected career pathway at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). We are now seeking to expand our team further within the field of trauma and orthopaedics to enable a 24/7 service; benefiting our patients in terms of continuity and quality of care, prompt admissions, enhanced inpatient care and discharges, improving patient experience and reducing length of stay. ABOUT THE TEAM The trauma and orthopaedic unit is a 126 bedded unit, comprising of a major trauma ward, elective surgery ward, two trauma wards, orthopaedic step down unit and dedicated trauma assessment unit. This provides the opportunity to experience a wide variety of trauma and orthopaedic conditions and gain variable experience with both acutely unwell patients and assessment of admissions. WHAT YOU'LL DO * To perform at an advanced level within the four broad based competencies of advanced nursing practice (Health Education England (Wessex) 2016) * Expert clinical practice * Leadership and management, in order to improve and transform services. * Research - application of existing research and contributing to new research within chosen speciality. * Education and development of self and others. * The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will practice independently as a core member of the medical team; you will have responsibility for the medical management of a defined patient or client group under guidance of the Consultant responsible for the care episode. * You will demonstrate a high level of competence in specific areas of knowledge, nursing expertise, health assessment and clinical decision-making. * You will provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their careers and other health care professionals. * You will practice clinically within agreed care protocols; these will be monitored by the designated medical lead / practitioner * You will advise and support the Care Group management team regarding overall service strategy and future development of the service. * The post holder will work across professional, departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care, with particular responsibility for leading nurse-led care initiatives WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR To be successful in your application you will need to demonstrate the ability to autonomously manage acutely ill patients in diverse clinical environments. Diplomacy, excellent communication skills and a critical care qualification are essential to this role. In return we can offer you the opportunity to influence and develop the service further and provide structured career development supported by an experienced senior team. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trust's in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability. As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You'll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health. UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme. ABOUT OUR TRUST AND SOUTHAMPTON 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. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and only an hour on the train from central London. The New Forest National Park and the beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than those in London, 13 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted and 13 nearby green spaces to enjoy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 01 July 2020. For further details / informal visits contact: Karen Wright Advanced Nurse Practitioner Karen.Wright@uhs.nhs.uk Joanne Smith Education and Advanced Practice Lead Joanne.Smith@uhs.nhs.uk Employment Type: FULL_TIME