Rapid Access Services Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Rapid Access Services Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Job reference: 333-G-CC-1589 | Band: 8a (NHS AfC) | Contract: 12 months (Fixed term). Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm).

Site: St Pancras Hospital, Town Camden | Salary: £66,274 – £73,496 per annum (incl. HCAS, pro rata if part‑time). Closing date: 23/07/2026 23:59.

Job overview

Camden Rapid Access Services (RAS) is a physical health admission avoidance and supported early discharge service with three pathways (Discharge to Assess, Urgent community Response, Virtual ward). The role will work across all pathways.

Applicants must be a qualified ACP with experience in acute care (e.g., A&E, AMU, ITU, Virtual Ward, Paramedic), completed the ACP modules, and be a Non‑medical prescriber V300.

Main duties of the job

Shifts: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm (potentially change with a seven‑day service). Flexible working is offered.

Lone working: The role requires independent work in patients’ homes or community settings, including evenings.

Other responsibilities include: managing clinical care autonomously, developing treatment plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, leading clinical pathway integration, and ensuring high‑quality person‑centred care.

Benefits and support

• Employee Assistance Programme – free confidential service.
• Structured induction with the New Starter Roadmap.
• Staff networks: PRIDE@CNWL, Disabled Employees Network, Lived Experience of Mental Health Staff Network, Carers at Work Network, BME Network.
• Discounts via My Trust Benefits.
• Salary sacrifice scheme via VIVUP platform.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The role requires a high level of autonomy and complex decision‑making, supported by a master’s level qualification in clinical practice, leadership, management, education, and research. The post holder will manage care in partnership with individuals, families, and carers, analysing complex problems to devise innovative solutions that enhance outcomes.

Key responsibilities include delivering advanced practice autonomously in general medicine, frailty, respiratory, and cardiology, supporting patients as alternatives to hospital admission and early supported discharge, and integrating care pathways across community and acute settings.

Applicants must hold current professional registration (NMC or HCPC), a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice with ACP status, and an Independent Prescribing qualification (V300 or equivalent). Trainees and those currently in training will not be considered.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MSc, Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Registered nurse (NMC) or other allied healthcare professional (HCPC).
• Non‑Medical Prescriber (V300).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience

• Expert knowledge and experience in acute and/or community settings.
• Autonomous practice as an ACP, managing patients with undiagnosed conditions, investigations, diagnostics, and management plans.
• Involvement in developing care programs, protocols, clinical audit, and service improvement.
• Contribution to the Trust’s clinical governance objectives.

Skills and aptitude

• Advanced clinical assessment skills.
• Excellent time‑management and organisational skills.
• Effective communication of complex and sensitive information.
• Integrating evidence‑based research into pathways of care.
• Managing change and resolving conflict with negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of NHS community services.
• Professional demeanour.
• Strong organisational prioritising skills.
• Leadership by setting high standards of quality and compliance.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI can be used as a support tool, not a replacement for the applicant’s own work. Applications must remain personal, accurate, and reflective of the candidate’s real experience. AI‑generated content must not misrepresent skills, qualifications, or experience. Overreliance on AI‑generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant’s chances of success. AI use is prohibited during the interview process.

Contractual information

• Employment contracts subject to a 13‑week probationary period.
• Information will be transferred to the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system if offered a job.
• Applicants may be invited to submit applications prior to the advertised closing date to avoid disappointment.
• Applicants requiring sponsorship will be considered alongside other applications, provided eligibility under UKVI points‑based system.

Legal statements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required.