Job summary
Could you use your nursing skills and experience to support the NHS to deliver great patient care? Great patient care needs great people to support clinical teams. That's where you come in.
The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.We are recruiting for an enthusiastic and organised Practice Development Nurses who will promote excellence in clinical practice, provide a visiblepresence and strong professional leadership across our community hospital teams.
You will foster an environment which values education as part of the philosophy of the practice area. Co-ordinate, facilitate and teach clinical educational activities for registered and non-registered Nursing staff within the designated practice areas to standardise and maintain a highstandard of clinical competence across the workforce. To include working alongside Matrons and Operational leads to support the ongoingdevelopment of management and leadership skills across the teams at all levels.
Working closely with operational team leads you will identify gaps in clinical skills and knowledge in defined areas. This will include proactivelysupporting any learning from patient safety incidents and actions from complaints to improve standards and provide evidence and assuranceregarding outcomes and devise appropriate training and support to meet the identified learning and professional development across theservice
Main duties of the job
You will be a clinically credible practitioner able to work autonomously and with a team, teaching and demonstrating technical clinical skills andassessing competencies within clinical practice. Working with colleagues both at their bases and across the locality.
Drawing on your own clinical expertise support others to become confident and capable practitioners.
Through educational and improved clinical practice your aim will improve the patient experience and quality of care standards across clinical areas.
You will be required to maintain and keep up to date with clinical skill, current developments in research and nursing practice utilising evidence practice and align with professional standards, trust policy and agreed competency framework.
Previous applicants need not apply.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC or HCPC registration) / experience in health improvement environment
- Health related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 6
- Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice (examples -: non-medical prescribing; mentorship, coaching, clinical expertise)
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Desirable
- PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education
- Working towards Master level study
Experience
Essential
- Experience in area of practice
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management.
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Special Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
- Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills
- Highly developed facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
- Ability to manage and lead change.
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC or HCPC registration) / experience in health improvement environment
- Health related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 6
- Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice (examples -: non-medical prescribing; mentorship, coaching, clinical expertise)
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Desirable
- PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education
- Working towards Master level study
Experience
Essential
- Experience in area of practice
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management.
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Special Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
- Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills
- Highly developed facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
- Ability to manage and lead change.
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
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).
