Job overview

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

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The department of Perioperative Care at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to be able a offer the role of Prehabilitation Clinical Practitioner as a 12 month fixed term (or secondment) contract. This role is open to both nursing and allied health professionals and will be an opportunity for someone to work with a leading centre in both research and clinical expertise in perioperative care. 

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work alongside a senior multi-professional team of nurses, dietitians, anaesthetists, psychologists, physiologists and project managers, to provide expert led prehabilitation programs for surgical patients.

Within your role you will have the opportunity to help design the structure of prehabilitation at UHS, manage a caseload of patients, lead and manage a team of band 6 staff, support and work on research projects, and represent UHS Perioperative care on a local, national and global stage.

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. 

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. 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 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have an interest and experience of perioperative pathways, and be competent in preoperative assessment and clinical decision making. 

Person specification

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential criteria

• Master’s level or equivalent training and experience in perioperative or surgical care
• Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
• Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality
• Clear about professional accountability re. Autonomous practice Experience of practitioner led care/Independent practice
• Diagnosis and Decision Making qualification (Level 7)
• History taking and Physical assessment qualification
• Provide evidence of leading learning in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all
• Provide evidence of supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice

Desirable criteria

• Registered prescriber
• Leadership qualification / training (Edward Jenner, Mary Seacole, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan, LDC, RCN)
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Experience of practitioner led care/Independent practice

Skills and competencies

Essential criteria

• Analytical thinking
• Problem solving
• Organisational skills
• Project management
• Policy development
• Attention to detail

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if large numbers of applications are received.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to acknowledge receipt of your application. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date of this post, please presume that you have not been selected for interview.

Applicants from University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust whose posts are considered to be ‘At Risk’ will be given prior consideration for this post

Our Trust runs the return to practice course each year for nurses who have been out of the profession and wish to return. To find out more please visit our website:

http://www.uhs.nhs.uk/WorkingHere/Typesofjob/Nurses/Returntonursing.aspx

http://www.discoversouthampton.co.uk/   Information on Southampton as a place to live and enjoy

https://www.uhs-vle.co.uk/   See what fantastic training and development we have on offer at UHS

http://www.youtube.com/user/SouthamptonHospitals learn about the Trust through visiting our YouTube channel 

Getting to Work

Application can be made for parking on site at UHS or through one of the park and ride schemes. This will be based on specific criteria to determine eligibility for site parking as this can be very limited.  UHS encourages staff to utilise other green methods of getting to work such as cycling or walking where possible. UHS is well connected through bus services to the city centre and other areas.

Please note that we will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.

Our staff are positive about working at UHS and rate us above average compared to other NHS Trusts in the Staff Attitude Survey. We are rated strongly on a number of areas including teamwork, communication and engagement.

Equality remains at the centre of all Trust policy making, service delivery and employment practice with all employees being given equality of opportunity to develop, apply for promotion and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.

The Trust actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens. The Trust also closely monitors recruitment activity, training and development and employment practices to ensure equality of practice with regard to race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status and age.

As a service provider the Trust ensures equality of access and delivery of our services through the provision of interpreter services, facilities for the disabled and sensitivity for patients ethnic and religious differences and needs.

Relocating to Southampton

If you are thinking of moving to the Hampshire area, please find below a link to our website which offers guidance on finding accommodation:

http://www.uhs.nhs.uk/relocating-to-southampton

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