Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

3253 - Clinical Digital Implementer

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Job summary

Would you like to be at the forefront of improving healthcare at Barnsley Hospital using digital technologies? If so then its time to step out of your comfort zone and join the digital revolution!

We are seeking a confident, experienced nurse or Allied Health Professional (AHP) with a passion for improving patient care, to join the ICT Innovation Team. This is a uniquechance to lead upon the implementation of key digital projects throughout the Trust, that aim to improve patient safety and also ensure that our staff are working smarter and not harder.

The Clinical Digital Implementers will support theClinical Digital Lead and the Chief Nursing Information Officer in providing clinical leadership and education to a wide range of staff. This new role is a fantastic opportunity to build relationships with colleagues locally and nationally.

Working hours are social hours Monday to Friday, with the possibility of unsocial and weekend working during project implementation. There are 2 posts available either fixed term or secondment, until the end of the financial year. Hours are flexible and applicants with a substantive contract have the option of splitting their contracted hours between the digital team and their current role. Internal applicants seeking a secondment need to ensure that they have the support of their line manager and CBU lead. Applicants are encouraged to contact Dominique Johnson (djohnson11@nhs.net) Clinical Digital Lead for further information.

Main duties of the job

You will work within the Clinical Digital Team to provide clinical digital project support and improve digital literacy across the Trust. You will engage with clinicians to optimise clinical digital solutions to improve patient safety, maintain high standards of patient care and also build working relationships with other care providers to work collaboratively for the greater good.

You will need to be approachable and flexible with excellent time management skills to accommodate a varied workload and deliver to planned timescales. Your innovation and ability to support digital solutions will be key in driving forward changes, to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to our patients, carers and families.

You will need excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders during the digital transformation process. Your experience, passion, motivation and drive will be key to the successful delivery of the requirements of this leadership role.

In return, you will be supported in your continued professional development with both digital and managerial leadership courses and conferences. You will also have the opportunity to experience working within the corporate team on local, regional, and national initiatives that support the digital nursing and AHPs agenda.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 and 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

18 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

C9163-3253E-06-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for Clinical Digital Implementer

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for Clinical Digital Implementer

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words, please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words, please describe your understanding of inclusion and why it is important for the Clinical Digital Implementer role.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Evidence of IT skills and enthusiasm to support IT in the development of clinical care and record keeping.
Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection.
Knowledge of record keeping compliance with the NMC or HPC and the organisation.

Qualifications

Essential

Registered clinical professional (registered nurse or registered AHP).
1st degree or working towards.

Desirable

Recognised Teaching Qualification.
Mentorship and or teaching qualification/experience.
Project management qualification or willingness to work towards.

Experience

Essential

Extensive clinical experience at AFC Band 5 or above.

Desirable

Experience of team/project work.
Proven change management experience.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Flexibility and willingness to work a 24 / 7 Rota
Ability to undertake Prolonged VDU work and concentration where the work pattern is unpredictable.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words, please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words, please describe your understanding of inclusion and why it is important for the Clinical Digital Implementer role.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Evidence of IT skills and enthusiasm to support IT in the development of clinical care and record keeping.
Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection.
Knowledge of record keeping compliance with the NMC or HPC and the organisation.

Qualifications

Essential

Registered clinical professional (registered nurse or registered AHP).
1st degree or working towards.

Desirable

Recognised Teaching Qualification.
Mentorship and or teaching qualification/experience.
Project management qualification or willingness to work towards.

Experience

Essential

Extensive clinical experience at AFC Band 5 or above.

Desirable

Experience of team/project work.
Proven change management experience.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Flexibility and willingness to work a 24 / 7 Rota
Ability to undertake Prolonged VDU work and concentration where the work pattern is unpredictable.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

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