Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new position at Newhaven Community ward as a Practice Development Nurse. The post-holder will be responsible for providing a progressive learning environment for all grades of nursing staff here at Newhaven ward.
Are you career minded with drive and enthusiasm? Can you make everyone feel welcomed, respected, cared for and reassured that they are always in safe hands because you are communicating clearly and offering excellent person centred care? If you answer yes, then we're looking for you to join us at Newhaven Ward.
The Practice Development Nurse (PDN) role is there to help support and educate health care staff. The PDNs are tasked to provide extensive clinical advice and support to enhance the knowledge base and practical skills of newly qualified nurses, healthcare assistants, nursing associates and other learners in the wards.
The post will be based at Newhaven Community Ward, which is on the site of the old Newhaven Downs Hospital. The unit is for patients who no longer require acute hospital care but need further skilled nursing and therapeutic support such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy before leaving NHS inpatient care altogether. A team of nurses, therapists, doctors and support staff will care for 34 patients in the ward, supporting them to recover before they move on.
Main duties of the job
- Lead on orientation and competency programmes, a development programme for new nurses, incorporating theoretical teaching, clinical skills assessment & formulation of personal development plans.
- Facilitates the professional development and education of all members of staff in a positive learning environment.
- The post holder works closely with the RSCH Care of the Elderly Speciality Medicine Practice Nurse Educator and university lecturers on pathway courses at the University of Brighton, ensuring links between theory and practice are securely comprehended and implemented.
- As educator for specialist medicine, the post holder will provide advice and guidance to other personnel, will undertake audit and assist with the development of professional policies, standards & best practice guidelines.
- The role also involves representing the Trust at local level. The post holder works without direct supervision.
About us
Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years
Improving lives:We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put ourPatient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourwellbeing programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us:As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Education & Training
- To develop and implement a range of speciality Medicine training and education programmes to all nursing staff & other members of the multidisciplinary team where appropriate. Occasionally required to make presentations at nursing forums and other events. To provide informal/formal teaching sessions for colleagues, explaining & demonstrating complex nursing principles & practical skills.
- Identify and plan future educational requirements within the wards, discuss essential educational resources with ward Manager and lead educator.
- To establish links with all educational providers, for example University, maximising learning opportunities in this field and in so doing, facilitate the planning and delivery of educational programmes.
- Undertake assessment of practice and supervision of nursing staff on pre & post - basic education courses. Provide clinical supervision, highly specialist advice and assess competence in clinical practice.
- To maintain and promote links with higher education facilities, in particular in relation to curriculum development and evaluation of courses in conjunction with the trust lead for nurse education
Leadership
- Uses initiative and discretion to manage workload independently. Accountable within Trust policies and procedures, work not directly supervised.
- To provide feedback and educational counselling to nursing staff in relation to their professional & personal development; in conjunction with the lead educator / Matron and ward manager to assist staff in formulating personal development plans and portfolios.
- To work with senior nurses, Matron and Lead Practice Educator, in setting the standards and guidelines for best practice within the speciality medicine area of Newhaven
- To act as an expert to other healthcare professionals, providing specialist clinical advice, guidance & support. Responsible for initiating & directing best practice & acting as a professional role model.
- To safeguard the health, safety and welfare of staff, patients & visitors. Responsible for staff training in the use of key equipment within the areas of speciality medicine.
Research
- To foster the philosophy of evidence - based practice, analysing, interpreting & implementing research findings, to ensure effective and innovative nursing practice.
- Lead on auditing the clinical education environment, in conjunction with Brighton University and the trust Practice development team. Implement changes where necessary, maintain accurate data, staff training and developmental records. Auditing practice-using research tools, for example questionnaires, and collating results.
- Participates in the hospitals involvement in clinical research trials within the Medical wards where appropriate.
Communication
- To work collaboratively with other Trust practice educators/facilitators & fellow practice educators across the network, to promote cohesive best practice & share resources.
- To be an expert in care delivered within the speciality medicine area of Newhaven. Effectively interpreting & communicating specialist information to colleagues & patients where appropriate.
- To communicate highly sensitive and detailed information relating to a patients condition, to relatives, with tact, empathy and skill. Breaking bad news to distressed families.
- To have excellent interpersonal, communication team skills, liaising with patients and relatives, utilising other healthcare professionals and specialists, interpreting and sharing detailed and complex information.
- Maintain accurate and relevant clinical notes and documentation on patients. Ensuring confidentiality and adherence to the Data Protection Act is maintained, full and accurate records of relevant information is documented in patients records.
- Disseminate accurate and pertinent information to nursing staff regarding professional nursing practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Education & Training
- To develop and implement a range of speciality Medicine training and education programmes to all nursing staff & other members of the multidisciplinary team where appropriate. Occasionally required to make presentations at nursing forums and other events. To provide informal/formal teaching sessions for colleagues, explaining & demonstrating complex nursing principles & practical skills.
- Identify and plan future educational requirements within the wards, discuss essential educational resources with ward Manager and lead educator.
- To establish links with all educational providers, for example University, maximising learning opportunities in this field and in so doing, facilitate the planning and delivery of educational programmes.
- Undertake assessment of practice and supervision of nursing staff on pre & post - basic education courses. Provide clinical supervision, highly specialist advice and assess competence in clinical practice.
- To maintain and promote links with higher education facilities, in particular in relation to curriculum development and evaluation of courses in conjunction with the trust lead for nurse education
Leadership
- Uses initiative and discretion to manage workload independently. Accountable within Trust policies and procedures, work not directly supervised.
- To provide feedback and educational counselling to nursing staff in relation to their professional & personal development; in conjunction with the lead educator / Matron and ward manager to assist staff in formulating personal development plans and portfolios.
- To work with senior nurses, Matron and Lead Practice Educator, in setting the standards and guidelines for best practice within the speciality medicine area of Newhaven
- To act as an expert to other healthcare professionals, providing specialist clinical advice, guidance & support. Responsible for initiating & directing best practice & acting as a professional role model.
- To safeguard the health, safety and welfare of staff, patients & visitors. Responsible for staff training in the use of key equipment within the areas of speciality medicine.
Research
- To foster the philosophy of evidence - based practice, analysing, interpreting & implementing research findings, to ensure effective and innovative nursing practice.
- Lead on auditing the clinical education environment, in conjunction with Brighton University and the trust Practice development team. Implement changes where necessary, maintain accurate data, staff training and developmental records. Auditing practice-using research tools, for example questionnaires, and collating results.
- Participates in the hospitals involvement in clinical research trials within the Medical wards where appropriate.
Communication
- To work collaboratively with other Trust practice educators/facilitators & fellow practice educators across the network, to promote cohesive best practice & share resources.
- To be an expert in care delivered within the speciality medicine area of Newhaven. Effectively interpreting & communicating specialist information to colleagues & patients where appropriate.
- To communicate highly sensitive and detailed information relating to a patients condition, to relatives, with tact, empathy and skill. Breaking bad news to distressed families.
- To have excellent interpersonal, communication team skills, liaising with patients and relatives, utilising other healthcare professionals and specialists, interpreting and sharing detailed and complex information.
- Maintain accurate and relevant clinical notes and documentation on patients. Ensuring confidentiality and adherence to the Data Protection Act is maintained, full and accurate records of relevant information is documented in patients records.
- Disseminate accurate and pertinent information to nursing staff regarding professional nursing practice.
Person Specification
Person specification
Essential
- Mentorship module / or similar/ i.e. NMC Supervisor/Assessor (ENB 998)
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council, UK)
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in Health & Social care Education (PGCHSCE) or willing to work towards one
- Excellent training experience using a variety of teaching and learning techniques.
Person Specification
Person specification
Essential
- Mentorship module / or similar/ i.e. NMC Supervisor/Assessor (ENB 998)
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council, UK)
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in Health & Social care Education (PGCHSCE) or willing to work towards one
- Excellent training experience using a variety of teaching and learning techniques.
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).
