Job summary
We are looking for an inspired individual with Cardiology Catheterisation Lab experience to become our Clinical Nurse Educator. The job will be suitable for nurses with extensive Cath Lab experience and those holding an Education qualification . The job offers the unique opportunity to bring your expertise to ensure a progressive learning environment for all grades of nursing staff. You will be contributing to the delivery of high quality care in our ten Cath Labs at St.Bartholomew's site. You will be working closely with the Education Team at Barts and the Education Sister in Cardiology.
The Cath Lab manages all speacliaties in Cardiology and functions as the emergency Heart Attack Centre for LAS activations in East London. We have 24/7 catheterisation labs offering world renowned emergency care to cardiology patients. You will work alongside the senior nursing team, and collaborate with the wider cardiology team to achieve the Trust's vision.
You will have the opportunity to advise in relation to educational opportunities and assist nurses in developing themselves in accordance with their personal development plan and/ or appraisal objectives. The post holder will develop clinical competency using the Trust core and clinical competency document as a framework and will monitor completion of these to an agreed level.
*Please note this advert may close early upon receiving a high volume of applications.
Main duties of the job
To maintain primary responsibility for ensuring the Cath Lab department provides a progressive learning environment for all grades of nursing staff. The post holder will support and coordinate the development of Registered Nurses; Health Care Assistants and both pre- and post-registration nursing students by co-ordinating educational activities and assessments of learning within the department.
To be involved in the Corporate agenda participating in practice and nursing development within their CAG and liaising with the Nursing Development managers as appropriate.
The post holder will actively promote and contribute to inter-professional learning activities across the Critical Care unit and trust wide and be an effective role model for best practice nursing. The post holder will provide educational and clinical support for the nurses in the clinical area for 80% of their working time. The post holder will work closely with the Cardiology Education Sister supporting each other and deputising for each other on their absence.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registrant with NMC
- Relevant cardiac specific course
- Mentorship course
- ILS / ALS trained
- Degree
- Specialist relevant clinical course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- PGC
- Management experience
Experience
Essential
- Band 6 in Cath Lab
- Extensive critical care clinical experience post registration
- Evidence of positive contribution to Cath Lab
- Involvement in provision of Cath lab courses.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of proficient clinical skills in Cath Labs
- Proficient in communication
- Understanding of reflective practice and how it can be used
- Evidence of critical thinking and initiative to solve problems and manage workload
- Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change
- Demonstrates effective team work skills
- Ability to respond to changes in a proactive way
- Basic IT and computer skills
- Presentation skills
- Research awareness
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registrant with NMC
- Relevant cardiac specific course
- Mentorship course
- ILS / ALS trained
- Degree
- Specialist relevant clinical course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- PGC
- Management experience
Experience
Essential
- Band 6 in Cath Lab
- Extensive critical care clinical experience post registration
- Evidence of positive contribution to Cath Lab
- Involvement in provision of Cath lab courses.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of proficient clinical skills in Cath Labs
- Proficient in communication
- Understanding of reflective practice and how it can be used
- Evidence of critical thinking and initiative to solve problems and manage workload
- Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change
- Demonstrates effective team work skills
- Ability to respond to changes in a proactive way
- Basic IT and computer skills
- Presentation skills
- Research awareness
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).
