Associate Corporate Practice Development Nurse

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Support and work alongside the Band 7 Corporate Practice Development Nurse.

Be able to deliver training programmes using a variety of media.

Promote collaborative working partnerships and effective communication for the nurses, and support staff , whereby English is not their first language and cultural differences are present.

Support professional and clinical standards to the healthcare support workers

Act as a supportive professional role model for nursing and midwifery, in accordance with The NMC code and standards.

Support the development and understanding of the Nursing/Midwifery/AHP Strategy, Trust objectives and vision.

In conjunction with the Band 7 Corporate Practice and Professional Development Nurse, assist in the delivery of on-going development of the of ensuring good practice guidance and competency frameworks are in place, fully implemented and evaluated.

On occasions there may be a requirement to support staff in the clinical practice environment.

Demonstrate and promote excellent interpersonal skills, written, verbal and nonverbal communication styles.

Influence and nurture positive attitudes and behaviours within the teams and wider multidisciplinary team.

Support the promotion and maintenance of a departmental culture which promotes an open and honest approach to professional decision making and problem solving.

Promote and maintain organisational and professional standards.

Support the mandatory training agenda.

Support the Band 7 Corporate Practice Development Nurse by actively participating in PD meetings within the wider Trust and external partners and deputising where necessary.

Undertake relevant clinical practices in accordance with the Scope of Professional Practice.

Support the effective use of resources and safe methods of practice.

Highlight adverse risks identified through risk assessment and escalate.

Input information and have a working knowledge of the hospital information systems.

Adhere to Trust information governance policies.

Demonstrate clinical competence and fitness for purpose.

Develop own knowledge, skills and expertise, and maintain professional portfolio.

Maintain an awareness of issues relating to nursing/midwifery on the national agenda.

Communicate effectively with a range of people on a variety of matters in a form that is appropriate to them and the situation.

Be able to work as an integrated member of the multidisciplinary team.

Maintain own professional and personal development.

OTHER INFORMATION

The post holder may be required to carry out other relevant duties as required.

The post holder will be expected to participate in the Trusts objectives, contractual obligations and governance agenda.

The post holder will make themselves familiar with, and adhere to, at all times, the policies and procedures of the Trust.

The post holder will adhere to, at all times, any Professional and NHS Code of Conducts for their area of work.

The post holder will be expected to work to any Directorate/Department objectives and standards set in order to provide an acceptable level of service.

The post holder will act, at all times, in a courteous, dignified and respectful manner when dealing with patients, staff and visitors to the Trust.

It is the responsibility of all staff to minimise the Trusts environmental impact by, for example, recycling wherever possible, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use, minimising water usage and reporting faults promptly.

Health and Safety - The postholder is expected to ensure a healthy and safe environment exists in the department at all times. They are expected to takereasonable care for their acts or omissions. Trust policies and statutory regulations should be adhered to.

Confidentiality - Attention is drawn to the confidential aspects of this post. Any breach ofconfidence may result in disciplinary proceedings, which could result in dismissal and may also result in civil action for damages.

Information Security - The postholder is expected to safeguard the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data, whether in computerised or manual systems or storage. Trust policies and statutory regulations should be adhered to.

Risk Management - To ensure that clinical and non-clinical incidents are reported, recorded and analysed to improve the safety and quality of the service. To assist with risk assessments.

Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Non-Health Records Management - The postholder is expected to comply with Trust policies and procedures on the Freedom of Information Act 2000, Non-Health Records Management and other regulations for the management of Public Records. The Trust requires that all staff contact the Freedom of Information Manager for advice and guidance on all matters pertaining to the Freedom of Information Act. They must also ensure that Freedom of Information requests received directly are referred immediately to the Freedom of Information Manager.

Infection Control - The postholder is expected to adhere to and promote compliance with the Trusts Infection Control Policy and associated codes of practice and take appropriate action where non-compliance is evident.

Safeguarding - The postholder will comply with legislation and Trusts policies relating to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

Education, training and qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Studying towards level 6 education
• Evidence of teaching and assessing in clinical practice
• Practice Supervisor/assessor qualification

Desirable

• Studying towards level 7 education
• Teaching qualification
• Practice development experience
• Specialist qualification/experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Two years post registration experience
• Acute Trust experience
• Experience of supporting and teaching within clinical areas
• Understanding of learning styles
• Can demonstrate ability to motivate, educate and develop staff

Desirable

• Knowledge of PDSA cycle or equivalent tool
• Experience with leading and facilitating group training sessions
• Knowledge of clinical governance and change management

Skills

Essential

• Effective oral & written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and an ability to challenge appropriately
• Planning and organisational skills
• Clinical skills
• Giving effective and appropriate feedback
• IT Skills

Desirable

• PowerPoint presentations
• Working with Excel

Key competencies/ personal quaities and attributes

Essential

• Approachable & supportive
• Respecting cultural diversity
• Flexible & adaptable
• Motivated with a positive attitude
• Act as a credible role model for colleagues
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to achieve deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team

Effort/Environment

Essential

• Emotional effort - supporting staff in difficult circumstances
• Emotional effort - caring for patients in difficult circumstances
• Mental effort - concentration when teaching, computer working and attending and preparing for meetings
• Physical effort - when participating in skills delivery related to clinical care and moving equipment/preparing the learning environment
• Willingness to work flexibly according to service needs

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).