University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Digital Educator

The closing date is 07 July 2025

Job summary

Appropriate staff training is critical to the successful implementation and proper use of an Electronic Patient Record.

The Clinical Digital Educator will support the Senior Clinical Digital Educator in the development and execution of the Training Strategy for the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) across two NHS organisations (Chesterfield Royal Hospital (CRH) and University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (CRH)) aimed at enhancing clinical data quality and digital systems proficiency of healthcare professionals within the clinical setting. By collaborating with key stakeholders, leveraging data-driven insights, and implementing a tailored approach to learning, the post holder will support the effective and efficient use of the clinical systems, ultimately improving patient care outcomes and operational efficiency.

The role also includes meeting KPIs to measure the impact of educational initiatives, providing on-the-ground support during system rollouts, and staying updated on advancements in digital technology that improves training and user experience.

This position serves as a champion for continuous learning and development, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in clinical digital education.

Main duties of the job

Support the development and implementation of the UHDB/CRH EPR Training Strategy and Plan.

Work with the EPR Programme Team to deliver the training requirements for the implementation of each tranche of the EPR and support the development of a training strategy and training plan to ensure a seamless integration of the new process to the daily workflows of staff.

Be visible and present in clinical areas to provide at-elbow training and address queries, troubleshoot issues and offer guidance to the end-users.

Prepare clinical teams sufficiently to reduce the operational impact of EPR Go - Live.

Link closely with the allocated division to support their digital education needs.

Closing date of applications: 07/07/25

Interview date: 21/07/25

If you are applying for an Internal Secondment, please ensure you have spoken to your line manager and have their support prior to your application. Please speak to the Recruitment Team if you have any questions.

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

  • Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
  • Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
  • We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
  • UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Details

Date posted

23 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata / pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-TWS-2026

Job locations

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

If you are applying for an Internal Secondment, please ensure you have spoken to your line manager and have their support prior to your application. Please speak to the Recruitment Team if you have any questions.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

If you are applying for an Internal Secondment, please ensure you have spoken to your line manager and have their support prior to your application. Please speak to the Recruitment Team if you have any questions.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications CPD Requirements

Essential

  • Registered Nurse, Allied Health Professional or Midwife with substantial post registration experience

Desirable

  • Mentorship or Teaching qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • An excellent understanding of clinical systems and their use within an acute hospital environment Must be an experienced healthcare practitioner

Desirable

  • Knowledge of change process methodologies/ Quality Improvement Experience in delivering clinical education/ training.

Skills and Ability

Essential

  • Able to work under pressure when required and to provide high quality output within short time periods. Ability to engage, motivate staff and other stakeholders as well as leading staff and able to gain trust and confidence of others.

Communications and interpersonal skills

Essential

  • Good persuasive and negotiation skills with ability to manage sensitive information or resistance to change in an appropriate manner

Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise own and others workload in a pressurised environment. Develops themselves and with a commitment to develop and educate clinical staff.
Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications CPD Requirements

Essential

  • Registered Nurse, Allied Health Professional or Midwife with substantial post registration experience

Desirable

  • Mentorship or Teaching qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • An excellent understanding of clinical systems and their use within an acute hospital environment Must be an experienced healthcare practitioner

Desirable

  • Knowledge of change process methodologies/ Quality Improvement Experience in delivering clinical education/ training.

Skills and Ability

Essential

  • Able to work under pressure when required and to provide high quality output within short time periods. Ability to engage, motivate staff and other stakeholders as well as leading staff and able to gain trust and confidence of others.

Communications and interpersonal skills

Essential

  • Good persuasive and negotiation skills with ability to manage sensitive information or resistance to change in an appropriate manner

Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise own and others workload in a pressurised environment. Develops themselves and with a commitment to develop and educate clinical staff.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE


Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE


Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

EPR Education and Training Lead

Nang-Tege Ekumah

Nang-Tege.Ekumah@nhs.net

07553749348

Details

Date posted

23 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata / pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-TWS-2026

Job locations

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE


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