Job summary
The Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Learning and Development team have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6, full time, Practice Development Nurse. Although based in Tonna Hospital the role extends across all of the Mental Health and Learning Disabilities services provided by Swansea Bay University Health Board. If you have a keen interest in developing your skills in education; if you enjoy supporting others (clinical supervision, reflective practice); if you like connecting with colleagues from a wide variety of services and teams; if you are keen to develop your skills using digital platforms and if you are a dedicated professional; then we would like to welcome you as a member of the Learning and Development Team.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
1. To assist in the development and delivery of training, education, professional development across the Mental Health & Learning Disability service group of SBUHB.2. To support nurses, including students to meet their mandatory training and continuing professional development needs.3. The post holder will support the Training, Education and Professional Development Lead to ensure robust processes are in place to deliver training and development programmes and to monitor the effectiveness and quality of training and development programmes.4. The post holder will represent the Training, Education and Professional Development Lead at Health Board wide training, education, professional development and research forums as requested.5. The post holder will have a key role in supporting the vision and supportive infrastructure that reflects Corporate and service group objectives, where training, education and development needs are planned in conjunction with national policy, strategy and changing professional knowledge base.6. The post holder will adhere to The NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and behaviour for Nurses and Midwives (2018) and will ensure they maintain their nursing registration through proper revalidation.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Batchelors or Masters Degree
- First level registered Nurse
- Evidence of Post registration studies
Experience
Essential
- Wide range of experience in Mental Health and/or Learning Disabilities care
- Previous experience in Practice Development, Education or Training
- Can demonstrate experience of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of participating in the development of new services
Knowledge
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of clinical supervision
- Experience and knowledge of a wide variety of Mental Health & Learning Disability services, both Statutory, 3rd Sector and private.
- Sound knowledge of Health & Social Service policies and procedures.
- Awareness and understanding and demonstrated ability to contribute to the implementation of clinical guidelines, advice, policies and procedures across a range of settings.
- Knowledge and application of Unified Assessment approaches and the Mental Health Measures (Wales) including Care & Treatment Plan formulation and implementation.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication / interpersonal skills.
- The ability to influence service developments and service change.
- Possess and demonstrate sound leadership skills.
- I.T. competent
- Experience of joint working in the development of policies and procedures.
- Experience of efficient and effective working with various professional and others across a wide range of services.
- Effective management of resources and budgets.
- A good understanding of the working of legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Health Measure, etc.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Healthcare Governance agenda on a local basis.
- The ability to think and act clearly and constructively under pressure.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Experience of implementing organisational change / change management strategies.
- The ability to deal with complex issues and situations that may require exposure to highly sensitive information and share details that may cause distress.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within the Health Board area on a frequent basis and at times beyond those geographical borders
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Values
Essential
- Shows empathy and compassion towards others - a natural disposition to put yourself in someone else's shoes. Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
- Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough
- Shows respect for others' views and appreciate others' inputs and encourage colleagues to display our values.
- Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
- Friendly and helpful disposition, awareness of how our own and others' behaviours impact on people's experiences and the organisation's reputation
- Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
- Approachable, fair and consistent. Self motivated and enthusiastic in the approach to personal development and developing others.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Batchelors or Masters Degree
- First level registered Nurse
- Evidence of Post registration studies
Experience
Essential
- Wide range of experience in Mental Health and/or Learning Disabilities care
- Previous experience in Practice Development, Education or Training
- Can demonstrate experience of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of participating in the development of new services
Knowledge
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of clinical supervision
- Experience and knowledge of a wide variety of Mental Health & Learning Disability services, both Statutory, 3rd Sector and private.
- Sound knowledge of Health & Social Service policies and procedures.
- Awareness and understanding and demonstrated ability to contribute to the implementation of clinical guidelines, advice, policies and procedures across a range of settings.
- Knowledge and application of Unified Assessment approaches and the Mental Health Measures (Wales) including Care & Treatment Plan formulation and implementation.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication / interpersonal skills.
- The ability to influence service developments and service change.
- Possess and demonstrate sound leadership skills.
- I.T. competent
- Experience of joint working in the development of policies and procedures.
- Experience of efficient and effective working with various professional and others across a wide range of services.
- Effective management of resources and budgets.
- A good understanding of the working of legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Health Measure, etc.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Healthcare Governance agenda on a local basis.
- The ability to think and act clearly and constructively under pressure.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Experience of implementing organisational change / change management strategies.
- The ability to deal with complex issues and situations that may require exposure to highly sensitive information and share details that may cause distress.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within the Health Board area on a frequent basis and at times beyond those geographical borders
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Values
Essential
- Shows empathy and compassion towards others - a natural disposition to put yourself in someone else's shoes. Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
- Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough
- Shows respect for others' views and appreciate others' inputs and encourage colleagues to display our values.
- Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
- Friendly and helpful disposition, awareness of how our own and others' behaviours impact on people's experiences and the organisation's reputation
- Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
- Approachable, fair and consistent. Self motivated and enthusiastic in the approach to personal development and developing others.
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).
