Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Community

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive Advanced Clinical Practitioner with experience working in the community.

The role involves working within a community nursing team, supporting the team to offer a high level of care to patients in the place they call home.

The post holder will be part of the Urgent Community Response service, visiting patients who are acutely unwell and assessing their clinical and functional needs to try to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions. They will also be involved in the development of the virtual wards, working closely with hospital colleagues.

As this is a qualified ACP position we are unable to accept applications for those seeking the Trainee ACP course on this occasion.

Hours per week: 22.5

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will use their skills within the four pillars of Advanced Practice  to deliver a very high level of care to complex patients in the community.

They will assess patients clinically, provide clinical leadership and service improvement and development through research and education.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.