Orthopaedic Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Crewe, Northwich, Winsford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust seeks an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join the Orthopaedic ACP Team. The role emphasizes autonomy in clinical decision making within orthopaedic pathways, including trauma, elective activity, on-call and ward duties.

You will work with a driven team to develop skills and support succession planning, with strong emphasis on leadership, supervision, and education of colleagues.

Qualifications

• Master’s qualification with evidence of working at an advanced level.
• Speciality specific competencies for the Orthopaedic ACP role.
• Ability to work independently within four pillars of advanced practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous clinical decision making within orthopaedic pathways.
• Lead, develop and supervise other staff within the ACP team.
• Contribute to education, audit and research in line with practice standards.
• Support trauma, elective activity, on-call and ward duties as required.

Skills

Autonomy

Clinical judgment

Leadership

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Are you an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner with an interest in orthopaedics looking for a change of career direction? The Surgery and Cancer Division at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit a qualified ACP to join an established OrthopaedicACP Team. This team forms an integral part of the orthopaedic workforce focusing on different elements of the management of orthopaedic patients including trauma, elective activity, on call and ward based duties.

This is an ideal opportunity for an established Orthopaedic ACPwho wishes to further develop their knowledge and skillset within a supportive clinical environment. There is commitment and drive from the clinical and divisional management teams to provide and enhance these roles in practice. The successful candidate will have opportunity to gain skills and experience in advanced practice to support their development.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed individual who is able to act autonomously and has a passion for delivering excellent quality care. You will have a strong belief in influencing the quality agenda and support the development and succession planning of your nursing and medical colleagues. There is a long-term commitment from the Trust to develop a team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners to support emphasis on quality and safety in practice, as well as recognising the role of audit and training in developing staff across disciplines.

The post holder will work as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner. An ACP is an experienced practitioner with decision making autonomy, responsibility and accountability. They will demonstrate a high degree of clinical autonomy and complex clinical decision making within their specialist field, utilising evidence-based practice. ACPs will contribute to the leadership, development and supervision of others. The post holder is expected to take responsibility, provide care and make clinical decisions in accordance with agreed clinical pathways of care and proficiency of their own skill and speciality set.

The post holder will hold a master's qualification and evidence of working at an advanced level. You will have completed speciality specific competencies for the role.

The post holder must be able to work independently within the four pillars of advanced practice which include clinical practice, management and leadership, education and research.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System. As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we’re reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.