About the role
Salary: £49387.00 to £56515.00
East Midlands Cancer Alliance has provided 12 months' funding for Band 7 Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) posts within Breast Services at University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). These roles will support the development of a sustainable Breast ANP workforce, enhance the Northamptonshire Breast Pain Pathway, increase clinic capacity across both breast units, improve patient flow through the Two-Week Wait (2WW) pathway, and contribute to achieving Faster Diagnosis Standards.
Undertake a structured clinical and academic programme towards Advanced Clinical Practitioner status within Breast Surgery.
Provide patient care under the supervision of the Breast multidisciplinary team.
Perform holistic assessments and support the planning, delivery and evaluation of care across the breast pathway.
Develop advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic and decision-making skills through supervised practice.
Support timely investigation, diagnosis and treatment in line with protocols.
Complete competency-based training, including imaging and radiology competencies.
Participate in consultant-led, nurse-led and follow-up clinics across the patient pathway.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, including in sensitive situations.
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
Contribute to audit, research, service development and quality improvement.
Maintain accurate records and comply with Trust policies, professional standards and the NMC Code.
Engage in education, supervision and portfolio development to achieve advanced practice competencies.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of all Roles and Responsibilities.