Job overview

This is an area of work that demands a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team, responsive to the needs of contemporary health care demands. We pride ourselves in being a cohesive and dynamic team and a department with a reputation as a great place to work . In addition, we provide a creative, enthusiastic and motivating environment for our catchment area of Warrington, Runcorn and Widnes. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join the diabetes team. Applicants must hold an MSc in Advanced Practice (or equivalent award). The post holder will be registered as an Independent Prescriber.

Interested applicants must have significant experience at a senior level with experience in leadership, education, research and  clinical practice.

Main duties of the job

The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) will use specialist knowledge and skills to provide healthcare independently to individuals . The post holder will be a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner and act as a role model, delivering advanced practice and promoting clinical effectiveness in care.  They will lead on the national audits, GIRFT program for the diabetes service. They will work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and will play an integral role in the operational/strategic development of the service.

Working for our organisation

Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring and compassionate organisation that is both ambitious and innovative. We are committed to delivering the best outcomes for our patients and providing a positive experience of our staff.  We aspire to be outstanding for our patients, our communities and our staff and are committed to being a great place to receive healthcare, work and learn.

Straddling the neighbouring boroughs of Warrington and Halton we are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system.  Our hospitals are ideally situated to meet the growing healthcare needs of the 330,000 population of these boroughs.

Warrington Hospital is home to our emergency, critical care and maternity services, Halton Hospital is focused on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, although many services are offered at both sites and in community hubs.

A CQC-rated ‘good’ organisation with ‘outstanding’ features, we are working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019.

We employ nearly 5,000 people from over 80 nationalities, striving to be a diverse, inclusive employer and recognised leader in equality. We support flexible working, welcoming flexible applications. Proud of our many accreditations, we are embedding an anti-racist approach in all we do.