Job summary
Are you an experienced Band 5/6 registered Children's/Adult Nurse or a Midwife Qualified In Speciality (QIS) Neonatal Nurse?
Are you motivated, dynamic, compassionate and looking for a change or interested in shaping a workforce of the neonatal service for the future?
The Leicester Neonatal service has an exciting opportunity to join the Education Team and become a Band 6 Clinical Educator! We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who will strengthen, promote and deliver training and education to ensure that patients receive a high standard of care.
The Neonatal Education Team continues to grow and develop and would support you to maintain your clinical credibility and visibility by working in the practice setting. We would promote your continuing professional development by providing you the opportunity to apply for funding for further study relevant to the role at a degree or masters level.
We work innovatively to ensure our staff are valued and looked after.
Main duties of the job
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 newvaluesand 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
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Contribute to the delivery of Trust wide education and training initiatives and programmes.
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Support the Sister / Charge Nurse, Matrons, AHPs and Education and Practice Development Lead in the delivery of comprehensive education,
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training and professional development of the nursing / AHP team and service users. Lead on QI projects.
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Work clinically alongside all Registered and Non-Registered staff in the area promoting and delivering education, practice and the implementation of policies to ensure a workforce fit for purpose and practice.
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Work with the Education and Practice Development Team, Sister / Charge Nurse and Matrons to identify relevant education and training needs through the Knowledge and Skills framework (KSF) Appraisal / Personal development Planning (PDP) process.
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Work in close collaboration with the Sister / Charge Nurse / AHP lead to ensure that the ward provides a quality learning experience and environment for students and learners.
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We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
please see job description/person specification for further details on the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Contribute to the delivery of Trust wide education and training initiatives and programmes.
-
Support the Sister / Charge Nurse, Matrons, AHPs and Education and Practice Development Lead in the delivery of comprehensive education,
-
training and professional development of the nursing / AHP team and service users. Lead on QI projects.
-
Work clinically alongside all Registered and Non-Registered staff in the area promoting and delivering education, practice and the implementation of policies to ensure a workforce fit for purpose and practice.
-
Work with the Education and Practice Development Team, Sister / Charge Nurse and Matrons to identify relevant education and training needs through the Knowledge and Skills framework (KSF) Appraisal / Personal development Planning (PDP) process.
-
Work in close collaboration with the Sister / Charge Nurse / AHP lead to ensure that the ward provides a quality learning experience and environment for students and learners.
-
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
please see job description/person specification for further details on the role
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse/Midwife
- Previously recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Programme or equivalent programme/experience supporting and assessing learners in practice
- Evidence of professional development in related speciality
- First Level Degree or equivalent experience
- Qualified In Speciality Neonatal
- NLS provider
Desirable
- Evidence of specialist training
- Evidence of formal classroom teaching
- Evidence of supporting large groups of learners
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
- Teaching /Assessment skills
- Effective communicator
- Computer Literate
- Ability to train/educate others
- Ability to relate well to all levels of staff
Desirable
- Potential to lead
- Organisational skills
Analytical and judgment skills
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Assertive and confident
- Recognition of own limitations
- oDemonstrates commitment to develop self and others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Suitable relevant post-registration experience and must be in relevant speciality
- Knowledge of developments in specialist field
- Education and Practice initiatives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work clinically and to carry out training with physical element such as Manual Handling
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to manage own workload
- Ability to plan workload effectively
- Ability to complete deadlines in a timely manner
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
- Flexible approach to meet needs of the service
- Able to travel between sites
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse/Midwife
- Previously recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Programme or equivalent programme/experience supporting and assessing learners in practice
- Evidence of professional development in related speciality
- First Level Degree or equivalent experience
- Qualified In Speciality Neonatal
- NLS provider
Desirable
- Evidence of specialist training
- Evidence of formal classroom teaching
- Evidence of supporting large groups of learners
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
- Teaching /Assessment skills
- Effective communicator
- Computer Literate
- Ability to train/educate others
- Ability to relate well to all levels of staff
Desirable
- Potential to lead
- Organisational skills
Analytical and judgment skills
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Assertive and confident
- Recognition of own limitations
- oDemonstrates commitment to develop self and others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Suitable relevant post-registration experience and must be in relevant speciality
- Knowledge of developments in specialist field
- Education and Practice initiatives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work clinically and to carry out training with physical element such as Manual Handling
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to manage own workload
- Ability to plan workload effectively
- Ability to complete deadlines in a timely manner
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
- Flexible approach to meet needs of the service
- Able to travel between sites
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
