Job summary
We are delighted to advertise this 12
month Fixed Term opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Educator within Paediatrics
and PED. This role will support the education and training of our Paediatric
teams. We are looking for individuals
who are enthusiastic about improving patient care through supporting Nurse and
HCA education.
You will be a
Registered Childrens Nurse with a degree and will have a Mentorship
Certificate or will have undertaken Preceptorship training. You will be able to work clinically with
teams at ward/department level and will be supported to deliver key training
objectives by the Matron and Lead Matron
Main duties of the job
As a
Clinical Educator you will develop appropriate competency based clinical skills
education and develop relevant competency assessment documents for approval by
NEAG.
For
further information regarding these posts please contact Laura Hayden-Duck -
Matron
STSFT is an
exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and
develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are
committed to supporting flexible approaches to work wherever possible for our people. Please
enquire to see how we might work flexibly with you in this role.
If you are
interested in becoming part of our fantastic team then we would welcome your
application.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
The post holder will be required to
Support the Trusts Governance and Patient Safety agenda through active participation in the work of the Nurse Documentation Group and relevant training subgroups.
Maintain the delivery and quality of services provided within the care environment including the care delivered, supporting nursing standards and acting as a role model working clinically with staff where needed.
Influence change and development of practice, utilising the most recent evidence base.
Contribute to performance review of nursing staff where appropriate.
Contribute to interview panels, where appropriate in the appointment of staff and be aware of legislation and local HR policies affecting the employment of staff.
Implement evaluation audits to measure the impact of educational programmes and disseminate the results.
Support and deliver local competency based induction for new staff and students to the directorates.
As a Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) support provision of Clinical Supervision.
Identify areas of good practice and provide opportunities for staff to share this across the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
The post holder will be required to
Support the Trusts Governance and Patient Safety agenda through active participation in the work of the Nurse Documentation Group and relevant training subgroups.
Maintain the delivery and quality of services provided within the care environment including the care delivered, supporting nursing standards and acting as a role model working clinically with staff where needed.
Influence change and development of practice, utilising the most recent evidence base.
Contribute to performance review of nursing staff where appropriate.
Contribute to interview panels, where appropriate in the appointment of staff and be aware of legislation and local HR policies affecting the employment of staff.
Implement evaluation audits to measure the impact of educational programmes and disseminate the results.
Support and deliver local competency based induction for new staff and students to the directorates.
As a Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) support provision of Clinical Supervision.
Identify areas of good practice and provide opportunities for staff to share this across the organisation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in specialist areas.
- Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues.
- Evidence of innovation in practice.
- Evidence of leading change management.
- Evidence of practice development.
- Post registration experience some of which will be working at a senior level.
Desirable
- Research or audit experience.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 childrens nurse).
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent).
- Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Working towards or educated to a Masters level.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
- Awareness of national health and social care policy.
- Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft office packages and electronic nursing documentation.
- Proven interpersonal skills.
- Practice assessor/ supervision skills.
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post.
- Proven change management skills and practice development.
- Effective organisation skills, able to work to deadlines.
- Evidence of ongoing professional, personal and academic development.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
- Carrying teaching equipment such as laptop, stationary etc.
- Manual dexterity and up to date working knowledge of equipment e.g. syringe drivers, infusion pumps etc.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in specialist areas.
- Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues.
- Evidence of innovation in practice.
- Evidence of leading change management.
- Evidence of practice development.
- Post registration experience some of which will be working at a senior level.
Desirable
- Research or audit experience.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 childrens nurse).
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent).
- Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Working towards or educated to a Masters level.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
- Awareness of national health and social care policy.
- Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft office packages and electronic nursing documentation.
- Proven interpersonal skills.
- Practice assessor/ supervision skills.
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post.
- Proven change management skills and practice development.
- Effective organisation skills, able to work to deadlines.
- Evidence of ongoing professional, personal and academic development.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
- Carrying teaching equipment such as laptop, stationary etc.
- Manual dexterity and up to date working knowledge of equipment e.g. syringe drivers, infusion pumps etc.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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