Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for teaching and training to continue to develop and maintain a cardiothoracic critical care education programme. , that promotes best practice and standardisation of care and documentation.
You will need to demonstrate excellent clinical, leadership, teaching and communication skills. You should have at least two years experience in an ITU Setting as a Band 6 , have extensive knowledge of all aspects of critical care along with an accredited post graduate critical care qualification and post graduate clinical education qualification. You should be confident to share knowledge undertake teaching and training sessions make assessments of professional practice and be able to action plan and set objectives to enhance competency. Proven teaching history and teaching qualification along with excellent interpersonal skills are essential. you should possess the ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery.
Main duties of the job
The role involves supporting new staff to Critical Care and participating in direct clinical training at the bedside as well as structured teaching sessions for groups of staff.
As the Band 7 Clinical Educator you will work with the education team , resuscitation lead, senior staff and trained mentors to set objectives and assess competency of nursing staff in Critical Care.
The post holder will play an essential role supporting the lead nurse ,Matron and senior sisters /charge nurses by facilitating education, training and practice development within the Critical care unit.
To delegate, co-ordinate and supervise all education on the Unit.
To provide expert tuition, support and guidance for nursing, medics and other members of the multidisciplinary team working with the critically ill patient.
Lead and facilitate audit and research and will function as a role model for staff within the clinical area enabling and supporting the development of interdisciplinary working to ensure the sharing of good practice and delivery of high quality effective care
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To assess learning needs required by staff to enable them to fulfil their role in the Critical Care, in line with the Unit's planned service provision.
To develop, implement, organise and evaluate learning resources/competencies and other staff development programmes in order to meet the Units and individuals learning needs.
To monitor staff's compliance with all training requirements and to maintain appropriate documentation on staff progress and achievements.
Facilitate and co-ordinate in collaboration with Edgehill University the Masters level Critical care course
To teach and deliver all the Critical Care Modules for the masters level Critical Care Course .
Alongside the modular lead be accountable for staff group in the assessments and marking of the Critical Care course candidates
Ensure nursing staff are competent in the use of equipment and adhere to Department policies regarding the cleaning and repair of any faulty equipment.
Participate in the recruitment of Unit staff when required.
Support the Critical Care lead nurse in the management of the critical care area
Assist where necessary as a Practice Educators link for Mersey and Cheshire critical care network to ensure standardisation of educational and clinical practice across the network.
To organise and facilitate the induction of all staff bands into Critical Care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assess learning needs required by staff to enable them to fulfil their role in the Critical Care, in line with the Unit's planned service provision.
To develop, implement, organise and evaluate learning resources/competencies and other staff development programmes in order to meet the Units and individuals learning needs.
To monitor staff's compliance with all training requirements and to maintain appropriate documentation on staff progress and achievements.
Facilitate and co-ordinate in collaboration with Edgehill University the Masters level Critical care course
To teach and deliver all the Critical Care Modules for the masters level Critical Care Course .
Alongside the modular lead be accountable for staff group in the assessments and marking of the Critical Care course candidates
Ensure nursing staff are competent in the use of equipment and adhere to Department policies regarding the cleaning and repair of any faulty equipment.
Participate in the recruitment of Unit staff when required.
Support the Critical Care lead nurse in the management of the critical care area
Assist where necessary as a Practice Educators link for Mersey and Cheshire critical care network to ensure standardisation of educational and clinical practice across the network.
To organise and facilitate the induction of all staff bands into Critical Care.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse
- Degree in health care related subject
- Masters level study
- Band 6 in Critical Care with 2 years experience
- Post Graduate certificate in General Education ( PGCE)
- General Instructor Course
- Post Graduate Certficate in Critical Care
- Advanced Life Support Provider
Desirable
- Mangement Leadership Course
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad range of clinical experience within Critical Care
- Experience in staff management
- Experience of change management
- Experience of teaching a variety of methods
- Experience in service development
- Evidence of proactive involvement in Education and training of clinical staff
skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
- Ability to present written information in a logical manner
- Ability to manage own workload and plan the work of others and work effectively within a team
- Baisc IT Skills
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff performance
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects trust values
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse
- Degree in health care related subject
- Masters level study
- Band 6 in Critical Care with 2 years experience
- Post Graduate certificate in General Education ( PGCE)
- General Instructor Course
- Post Graduate Certficate in Critical Care
- Advanced Life Support Provider
Desirable
- Mangement Leadership Course
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad range of clinical experience within Critical Care
- Experience in staff management
- Experience of change management
- Experience of teaching a variety of methods
- Experience in service development
- Evidence of proactive involvement in Education and training of clinical staff
skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
- Ability to present written information in a logical manner
- Ability to manage own workload and plan the work of others and work effectively within a team
- Baisc IT Skills
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff performance
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects trust values
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.
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).
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.
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).
