Job summary
The practice facilitator role is designed to support implementation of the newly developed nursing competency framework and influence the quality of the clinical learning environment by providing support, educational input and development for newly appointed (Band 5) nursing staff, the majority of whom are newly qualified.Working with other established teams, the role aims to enhance the quality of the practice learning experience and positively contribute to the future neuroscience nursing workforce. By enhancing the quality of the learning environment, the education and training needs of health care assistants and of the full range of professional groups may also be addressed.The practice facilitator will provide support, education and development for mentors and students from both pre and post registration education programmes, principally in the ward environment working 0.5 of the time in a supervisory capacity alongside new staff, modelling the way in clinical practice areas.This will entail the development and maintenance of a learning environment where both education and lifelong learning are seen as integral to clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
To support and develop band 5 nursing staff and Health Care Assistants through facilitation in clinical practice and promotion / implementation of relevant education and development pathways.To facilitate acquisition of the necessary skills, knowledge and competency by staff and their mentors within the trust.Act as a personal and professional role model.To form key working relationships with all members of the multi-professional team, including nursing and medical staff, allied health professionals and support workers in the best interest of patients, ensuring quality service is provided at all times.Participate in the planning, delivery, evaluation and monitoring off patient care. Audit and report on practice facilitation activities.Demonstrate good interpersonal//communication skills in a multidisciplinary settling.Act as assessor within the clinical areas for staff developing new skills.Attend Trust/local orientation programmes, mandatory training sessions and annual Updates.Develop and maintain teaching and presentation skills. Plan and organise own workload.
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant degree or working towards /equivalent experience.
- Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification
Desirable
- Qualification in this specialty
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant relevant clinical experience at Band 5 (or above).
- Student nurse assessor.
- Relevant teaching qualification/skills.
- Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Competent in organising own workload and that of others.
- Good problem solving and decision making abilities
- Good time management
- Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
- Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
- Able to deal with conflict.
- Able to support and advise the team.
Desirable
- Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty
Other
Essential
- Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives.
- Demonstrates commitment to act as preceptor/facilitator
- Able to educate others in a range of settings, e.g. formal/informal.
- Able to support staff in acquisition of essential and expanded clinical skills e.g.Cannulation & venepuncture
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant degree or working towards /equivalent experience.
- Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification
Desirable
- Qualification in this specialty
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant relevant clinical experience at Band 5 (or above).
- Student nurse assessor.
- Relevant teaching qualification/skills.
- Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Competent in organising own workload and that of others.
- Good problem solving and decision making abilities
- Good time management
- Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
- Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
- Able to deal with conflict.
- Able to support and advise the team.
Desirable
- Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty
Other
Essential
- Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives.
- Demonstrates commitment to act as preceptor/facilitator
- Able to educate others in a range of settings, e.g. formal/informal.
- Able to support staff in acquisition of essential and expanded clinical skills e.g.Cannulation & venepuncture
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).
