Aligned to the national frameworks for Advanced Practice, the post holder must embody the capabilities of a multi-professional advanced clinical practitioner, delivering across the four pillars of advancing practice, alongside key responsibilities. Patient Care The post holder will manage patient care by: - Conducting advanced clinical assessments of patients with complex health needs, ensuring care plans meet these needs. - Employing structured clinical referral and handover processes. - Using clinical judgment to assess, diagnose, treat, refer, and/or discharge patients with undifferentiated injuries and illnesses. - Adhering to Trust, JRCALC, and national guidelines while making decisions within their professional scope of practice. - Utilising advanced clinical skills and knowledge defined in the Advanced Practitioner Urgent Care Scope of Practice. - Administering or prescribing medication in line with Trust policies and guidelines. - Navigating acute and urgent care pathways effectively, including arranging direct admissions when necessary. - Referring patients to appropriate care settings and ensuring proper handover. - Maintaining accurate records and understanding information governance responsibilities. - Delivering evidence-based care and maintaining professional standards (e.g., ILS, JRCALC, NICE). - Treating patients, relatives, and the public with dignity and respect, even in difficult situations. Research and Audit Responsibilities - Promote the service by collecting, analysing, and reporting evidence of its impact on patient outcomes. - Lead research, clinical audit, service evaluation, and improvement initiatives. - Contribute to developing guidelines and care pathways based on evidence. - Participate in serious incident reviews and embed learning into practice. - Serve as an expert resource within the organisation. Leadership, Training, and Supervision Responsibilities - Engage in self-appraisal and lead others development through supervision, mentorship, and reflective practice. - Act as an expert resource and role model, demonstrating high standards of professional and clinical practice. - Supervise and support Specialist Paramedics/Nurses, ensuring their practice development. - Mentor clinicians and support their CPD and revalidation training. - Develop systems for feedback to improve clinical care and professional practice. - Support training and development activities across the organisation. - Drive personal CPD, including team development reviews. - Collaborate with system partners to develop service improvements. - Maintain a professional portfolio to evidence scope of practice and CPD. - Undertake statutory and mandatory training as required. Communication and Relationship Responsibilities - Build working relationships with colleagues, peers, and managers across the Trust. - Provide trusted supervision and feedback to paramedics, nurses, and other clinicians. - Develop relationships with external organisations to lead system working initiatives and represent the Trust in clinically relevant forums. Analytical and Judgmental Responsibilities - Conduct advanced clinical assessments of patients with complex needs and plan appropriate care. - Exercise clinical judgment to assess, diagnose, treat, refer, and/or discharge patients within Trust guidelines. - Act as a clinical leader with expertise in remote assessment and management of various conditions. - Analyse clinical data related to patient care and research activities. - Make reasoned judgments based on clinical evidence and practice. Planning and Organisational Responsibilities - Self-manage and prioritise workload, balancing clinical supervision with governance and development activities. - Work in the Emergency Operations Centre, providing remote clinical advice and decision support. - Represent the organisation in public and professional settings, developing partnerships to enhance service and practice. Policy and Service Development Responsibilities - Promote a positive safety culture by contributing to policy and guideline development. - Lead the development of evidence-based SOPs, clinical guidelines, and care pathways. - Lead initiatives related to service development that improve patient care. Financial, Physical, and Information Resource Responsibilities - Manage medicines in line with Trust policies and ensure the security of Trust vehicles and premises. - Use Trust equipment, facilities, and premises appropriately, ensuring safety and security. - Comply with Health and Safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment. Corporate Responsibilities - Maintain confidentiality and security of information in compliance with GDPR and other relevant legislation. - Ensure staff are aware of their responsibilities under various laws, including the Freedom of Information Act. - Adhere to Health and Safety regulations and ensure personal and colleague safety. - Participate in mandatory training and maintain awareness of Equal Opportunities and other Trust policies. - The job description is subject to change as organisational needs evolve. - Participate in the Trusts on-call rota.