Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Clinical Haematology

The role of the Advanced Practitioner is as a non-medical practitioner, working as part of the Clinical Haematology team, under the supervision of a Consultant Haematologist. The post holder will provide clinical expertise and advice for haematology oncology chemotherapy patients. They will demonstrate a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of non-malignant and malignant haematological conditions and pre and post chemotherapy patients. Be involved in consultant clinics and assist in pre chemotherapy assessments and planning, and emergency attendance avoidance. They will have a key role within the MDT acting as a liaison between all members of the multi-disciplinary team, to allow for seamless and efficient care. They will monitor and improve standards of care through supervision of practice, clinical audit, evidence-based practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues and the provision of skilled professional leadership. They will participate in clinical governance within the service by undertaking audit and research as part of the MDT., Under the direction of a Consultant Haematologist and following a programme of training and competency assessment the Advanced Practitioner will;

• Provide advanced levels of clinical practice, knowledge and skills in Haematology
• Undertake Pre-chemotherapy assessment and physical examination as directed by the Haematology team
• Assess the need for and order investigations within scope of practice
• They will have a clear understanding of their boundaries and know when to involve the Consultant Haematologist
• Manage medications including assessment, review and non-medical prescribing where appropriate and in accordance with legislation.
• Manage own caseload with decision-making responsibilities e.g. fitness for treatment
• Undertake the process of gaining informed consent
• Prepare accurate and concise reports both verbally and
• Some technical and invasive procedures according to their scope of practice g. bone marrow biopsies
• Facilitating the continuity of care of patients
• Arranging appropriate pre and post chemotherapy investigations as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Liaising with accident and emergency for haematology emergencies and arrange admissions if required to maintain coherent service provision
• Providing ACP-led medication and review clinics
About us The post holder will;
• Attend mandatory training and reviews as local
• To promote and contribute to the development of the newly introduced role within the trust, being aware of role boundaries. Actively engage in assessment and development of competence through observed and supervised practice.
• Maintain high standards of care delivery through continuing professional development, evidence based reflective practice and the maintenance of a professional portfolio and record of
competency evidence and assessments, ensuring adherence to risk management and health and safety requirements.
• To act as a resource and provide teaching, supervision, support and assessment to both doctors and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Educate all colleagues both medical and nursing of the newly introduced
• Maintain and develop own professional knowledge and
• Comply with the NMC/HPC codes of
• Participate and lead in undertaking clinical audit and