In this episode of the NHS England South West Advanced Practice podcast series, we discuss the development of an advanced practice role in the hospice setting. We hear about the journey taken by St Margarets Hospice to develop an advanced practice role, as well as how the organisation and supervisor are supporting the trainee on her journey.

Hosts:

Martin Nelson, NHS England, South West, Advanced Practice Education & Training Development Lead

Lou Buckle, NHS England, South West, Education and Development Specialist Lead

Guests:

Kate Shorthose, Consultant in Palliative Medicine & Research Lead, St Margarets Hospice

Clare Marks, Head of Nursing Services, St Margarets Hospice

Cher Griffiths, Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner, St Margarets Hospice