Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join the team on our Children's & TYA Hematology & Oncology Ward at Leicester Royal Infirmary (Ward 27, LRI). We need an experienced, highly motivated and dedicated individual who can work with our team to deliver high quality education & patient care.
The role of the Clinical Skills Facilitator is pivotal in providing leadership, education and support to our nurses, whilst ensuring that the team are up to date with all necessary training & competencies. A successful applicant will be offered the opportunity to gain skills in leadership, management and quality improvement. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the base wards & the wider multi disciplinary team within UHL.
Ward 27 is a fast paced 12 bedded Haematology & Oncology ward which cares for children & young adults up to 24 years of age.
You will be responsible for the development and implementation of training and skills programs within Ward 27.You will contribute to the development and implementation ofspecific procedures and policies to support clinical educationand practice, clinical working, staff development, quality andsafety, patient experience and quality standards.
Main duties of the job
Working in conjunction with the Ward Sister and PracticeEducation Team, support the development and education ofward staff by identifying and implementing appropriateclinical skills and development opportunities.Work clinically alongside registered and non-registered staffpromoting and delivering clinical skills training practiceensuring that skills adhere to UHL Policies and procedures.You will be expected to work one clinical shift a week,fulfilling the responsibilities of a band 6 nurse while on duty.Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of clinical skillstraining and practice development within the Ward.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY RESULT AREASService Delivery & Development
- Assist with the planning, delivery, co ordination of clinical skills training for nursing staff within Ward 12 in line with Trust Policy.
- To continually review performance against KPI's, proactivelyaddressing areas of concern.
- Utilise information from the appraisal process to assist with thecoordination of the Ward training programme.
- Work with the CH Education and Practice Development Lead todevelop the Wards individual training programmes.
- Maintain clinical credibility and visibility by working in the practicesetting in the support of staff and delivering care to patients when it is required.
- Actively facilitate staff development by ensuring all staff receiveeffective preceptorship and continual professional development.
- Actively facilitate staff development and support through clinicalsupervision and act as a supervisor and mentor.
- Ensure all staff undertake and complete a comprehensive localinduction programme.
- Actively participate in education meetings/events within the CMG.
- Support the Education and practice Development Lead and Sister tocarry out training needs analysis as required.Governance
- Assist the Sister and Matrons to carry out ward, department and CMG audits as identified.
- Act as a clinical professional expert and learning resource for the staff within the CMGs.
- Assist the ward in meeting 100% compliance with statutory andmandatory training through the delivery of relevant education andtraining in line with trust policies and NHSLA & CQC standards andguidelines.
- Patient/Customer Service
- Provide support to the nursing team by evaluating and taking action on patient feedback.
- Assist the Ward Sister in increasing and raising the profile of patient and public involvement.
- Promote patient and public involvement by developing new initiatives that support patient cantered care.Research
- Promote Nursing Practice research in the clinical ward area
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY RESULT AREASService Delivery & Development
- Assist with the planning, delivery, co ordination of clinical skills training for nursing staff within Ward 12 in line with Trust Policy.
- To continually review performance against KPI's, proactivelyaddressing areas of concern.
- Utilise information from the appraisal process to assist with thecoordination of the Ward training programme.
- Work with the CH Education and Practice Development Lead todevelop the Wards individual training programmes.
- Maintain clinical credibility and visibility by working in the practicesetting in the support of staff and delivering care to patients when it is required.
- Actively facilitate staff development by ensuring all staff receiveeffective preceptorship and continual professional development.
- Actively facilitate staff development and support through clinicalsupervision and act as a supervisor and mentor.
- Ensure all staff undertake and complete a comprehensive localinduction programme.
- Actively participate in education meetings/events within the CMG.
- Support the Education and practice Development Lead and Sister tocarry out training needs analysis as required.Governance
- Assist the Sister and Matrons to carry out ward, department and CMG audits as identified.
- Act as a clinical professional expert and learning resource for the staff within the CMGs.
- Assist the ward in meeting 100% compliance with statutory andmandatory training through the delivery of relevant education andtraining in line with trust policies and NHSLA & CQC standards andguidelines.
- Patient/Customer Service
- Provide support to the nursing team by evaluating and taking action on patient feedback.
- Assist the Ward Sister in increasing and raising the profile of patient and public involvement.
- Promote patient and public involvement by developing new initiatives that support patient cantered care.Research
- Promote Nursing Practice research in the clinical ward area
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- SACT competent
- Teaching / assessment skills
- Leadership & motivation skills
- Computer literate with strong IT skills
- Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to their Ward Leader
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Evidence of successful change management
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Able to influence and motivate members of the MDT
Desirable
- Leadership Course
- Professional Nurse Advocate qualification
- Effective presentation skills
- Advanced communication skills
Planning & Organisational
Essential
- Experience of planning, implanting and evaluating staff development needs
- Experience of implanting research based practice
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect
Experience
Essential
- Experience and knowledge working in CYP oncology /haematology
- Training and teaching experience
- Knowledge of nurse education and clinical practice
- Evidence of innovations and achievements in clinical practice
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Previous experience in planning, developing, facilitating and evaluating training program relevant to nursing practice
- Experience in management of staff well-being
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Dynamic, challenging individual able to lead a team
- Creative/Innovative thinking
- Evidence of self motivationoAbility to constructively challenge others and formulate resolutions in conflict situations
Training & Qualification
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Degree level education in health related sciences
- Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification
- Oncology & chemotherapy qualification
- Registered Children's Nurse or NMC registered with appropriate experience in the speciality
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Establish close working relationships and share best practice with other Clinical Skills facilitators within the Children's Hospital and CYPICS
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- SACT competent
- Teaching / assessment skills
- Leadership & motivation skills
- Computer literate with strong IT skills
- Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to their Ward Leader
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Evidence of successful change management
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Able to influence and motivate members of the MDT
Desirable
- Leadership Course
- Professional Nurse Advocate qualification
- Effective presentation skills
- Advanced communication skills
Planning & Organisational
Essential
- Experience of planning, implanting and evaluating staff development needs
- Experience of implanting research based practice
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect
Experience
Essential
- Experience and knowledge working in CYP oncology /haematology
- Training and teaching experience
- Knowledge of nurse education and clinical practice
- Evidence of innovations and achievements in clinical practice
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Previous experience in planning, developing, facilitating and evaluating training program relevant to nursing practice
- Experience in management of staff well-being
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Dynamic, challenging individual able to lead a team
- Creative/Innovative thinking
- Evidence of self motivationoAbility to constructively challenge others and formulate resolutions in conflict situations
Training & Qualification
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Degree level education in health related sciences
- Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification
- Oncology & chemotherapy qualification
- Registered Children's Nurse or NMC registered with appropriate experience in the speciality
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Establish close working relationships and share best practice with other Clinical Skills facilitators within the Children's Hospital and CYPICS
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).
