Job reference: 000945Band & Salary (will be pro rated for roles less than 37.5 hours) : Band 8a - £55,690 - £62,682Closing date: 22/01/2026Department: SDEC (PGH)Location: Pinderfields HospitalEmployment type: PermanentStaff Group: Nursing and Midwifery RegisteredHours Per Week: 30Interview date:Contract length: Not specifiedContact informationFor informal enquiries please contact Nkazi Ndlovu, Lead ACP ) or Nick Wyrill, Patient Service Manager )About the roleWe are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our Medical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) team on a part-time basis (30 hours per week).This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified ACP who is passionate about acute and ambulatory medicine and thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment focusedAs an ACP in Medical SDEC, you will:Undertake autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with acute medical conditions suitable for same-day careFormulate and implement management plans, including prescribing and requesting/interpreting investigationsWork collaboratively with consultants, junior doctors, nursing staff, and the wider MDT to facilitate timely decision-making and safe dischargeContribute to service development, quality improvement, and education within SDECSupport patient flow and help reduce unnecessary admissions while maintaining patient safety and experienceYou will be:A qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner with a completed MSc (or equivalent) in Advanced Clinical PracticeRegistered with the relevant professional body (NMC / HCPC)An independent non-medical prescriberClinically confident in managing undifferentiated acute medical presentationsExperienced in acute medicine, emergency care, or SDEC/ambulatory care settingsA strong communicator with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary teamMain dutiesTo be competent in the assessment and treatment of patients presenting with a range of undifferentiated and undiagnosed illnesses underpinned by extensive knowledge of a range of chronic and acute conditions.To be competent in providing an initial clinical diagnosis and in the decision to refer to an appropriate speciality.To be competent in the ability to discharge patients following appropriate assessment and treatment.To be competent in the initial immediate assessment and treatment of patients with a range of life threatening presentations such as cardiac arrest and acute major illness.If not already an Independent Prescriber, will be expected to successfully complete the programme within a timely manner, in order to continue in the role. To be undertaken and completed within 1 year of qualifying.To be able to see, treat and refer appropriately, a broad range of patients with acute and chronic illnesses as an autonomous practitioner.Administration of medicines, e.g. in line with NMC Guidance and Trust Policy.Demonstrate own personal development with self-directed learning and identifying and accessing internal and external development opportunities, as per individual advanced practice portfolio.Essential person specification requirementsQualificationsRGN Level 1Teaching QualificationMasters level qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice with completed dissertation to achieve Band 8aQualified Non-Medical Prescriber or to undertake the programme within 1 year in order to continue in the role (V300)Recent and relevant continuous professional developmentExperienceExtensive post registration nursing experience in an acute care settingExperience of working autonomously as an advanced clinical practitionerEvidence of audit and evidence based careEvidence of multi-disciplinary team workingSkills & AbilitiesTeaching, mentoring and assessment skillsManagement and organisational skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsHighly developed oral and written communication skills with patients and the MDT; confidence to discuss sensitive, complex patient management and to liaise and negotiate with other members of the MDTHighly developed clinical assessment, analytical and problem solving skills, including generic healthcare aspects to accurately manage complex patient presentations to an excellent professional standardEvidence of ability to critique own practiceAbility to manage time and workload effectively and to work in a high pressure environmentSelf-aware reflective practitioner able to envisage the role, and understand and manage inherent pressures of the roleBe part of MY teamWe are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.Application guidance:We understand that more applicants are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It's important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.Our benefitsAccess to the NHS pension planGenerous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of serviceExceptional employee health and wellbeing servicesExtensive benefits and support, including:Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice schemeHome electronics schemeCycle to work scheme - subject to eligibility criteriaCar lease salary sacrifice scheme - subject to eligibility criteriaWorking carers support and advice, carers network and carers passportFlexible working options and family and carer-friendly policiesEstablished staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race EqualityCareer progression, training and supportSkilled worker sponsorshipYou can find out more about skilled worker and health and care visas on our careers site.