Job summary
We are looking for a Lead Practice Educator to join our Emergency Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), Brighton.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the education team as well as setting, delivering and maintaining standards of education across the ED in conjunction with the acute floor at RSCH. They will also be responsible for overseeing the induction of all new nursing and HCA starters and experience in this will be essential.
Main duties of the job
To identify and promote evidence based nursing practice within the Emergency Department, through the implementation and facilitation of both classroom and direct clinical teaching / education, to ensure that staff are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles competently.
Lead on the orientation and competency programmes and a development programme for nurses new to their clinical areas, incorporating theoretical teaching, clinical skills assessment & formulation of personal development plans. Facilitate the professional development and education of all members of staff in a positive learning environment. Ensure band 2-6 nursing team members are working towards and completing local and national competencies.
As lead specialist for education in acute & emergency care, provide specialist advice and guidance to other personnel, undertake audit & implements research, develop professional policies, standards & best practice guidelines. The role also involves representing the Trust at local and regional levels. The post holder works without direct supervision.
About us
Join us atUHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To develop & implement research based specialist guidelines / protocols, to enhance the nursing service provision & quality of nursing care within the acute floor directorate. Schedule meetings and co-ordinate work from other healthcare teams in this process.
- Identify and co-ordinate the educational and professional development requirements of new staff and those staff currently working within the acute floor.
- Ensure all staff B2-6 are working towards and completing local and national competencies.
- To facilitate the work of the Trust Nursing Strategy groups & Clinical Governance initiatives linking to Acute & Emergency Care. Representative for Acute & Emergency Care at the Education & Service Advisory Group (ESAG), linking University Education providers & the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust. Member of Network Practice Educator group, ensuring cohesive work in the Acute & Emergency Care areas.
- To lead on the delivery and provision of statutory and mandatory training required by nursing staff working in the acute floor. Schedule training plans, regularly enter data on a computer database and keep accurate data records according to Trust policy.
- To work within the Code of Professional Conduct at all times & adhere to health & safety legislation.
- To be an active part of the senior nursing team in the Emergency Department and acute floor as a whole
- To undertake the roles and responsibilities of the senior nurse on duty in the absence of the Matron
- To be the lead nurse for the shift when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To develop & implement research based specialist guidelines / protocols, to enhance the nursing service provision & quality of nursing care within the acute floor directorate. Schedule meetings and co-ordinate work from other healthcare teams in this process.
- Identify and co-ordinate the educational and professional development requirements of new staff and those staff currently working within the acute floor.
- Ensure all staff B2-6 are working towards and completing local and national competencies.
- To facilitate the work of the Trust Nursing Strategy groups & Clinical Governance initiatives linking to Acute & Emergency Care. Representative for Acute & Emergency Care at the Education & Service Advisory Group (ESAG), linking University Education providers & the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust. Member of Network Practice Educator group, ensuring cohesive work in the Acute & Emergency Care areas.
- To lead on the delivery and provision of statutory and mandatory training required by nursing staff working in the acute floor. Schedule training plans, regularly enter data on a computer database and keep accurate data records according to Trust policy.
- To work within the Code of Professional Conduct at all times & adhere to health & safety legislation.
- To be an active part of the senior nursing team in the Emergency Department and acute floor as a whole
- To undertake the roles and responsibilities of the senior nurse on duty in the absence of the Matron
- To be the lead nurse for the shift when required.
Person Specification
Interview
Essential
- Previous Emergency Department experience.
- RGN
- Degree level education or equivalent experience
- Acute or Emergency Care qualification
- Teaching & assessing course
- Advanced Life Support Instructor / Provider
- Evidence of professional development through short courses, academic study at a minimum of post-registration level, and proven extensive acute clinical care experience.
- Previous experience of practice education within the Emergency setting.
- Previous experience of inducting multiple cohorts of new staff on a monthly basis
- Previous Experience of leading a practice education team
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate In Health & Social care Education (PGCHSCE) or willingness to undertake.
- Proffesional Nurse Advocate Training
Person Specification
Interview
Essential
- Previous Emergency Department experience.
- RGN
- Degree level education or equivalent experience
- Acute or Emergency Care qualification
- Teaching & assessing course
- Advanced Life Support Instructor / Provider
- Evidence of professional development through short courses, academic study at a minimum of post-registration level, and proven extensive acute clinical care experience.
- Previous experience of practice education within the Emergency setting.
- Previous experience of inducting multiple cohorts of new staff on a monthly basis
- Previous Experience of leading a practice education team
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate In Health & Social care Education (PGCHSCE) or willingness to undertake.
- Proffesional Nurse Advocate Training
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).
