Surgical Clinical Practice Facilitator

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Surgical Clinical Practice Facilitator to enhance clinical skills training within their surgical division. This role is vital in ensuring nursing staff are well-trained and competent, promoting a culture of learning and development. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality education and support to both registered and non-registered nurses, fostering a compassionate and inclusive environment. Join a team that values every contribution and is committed to shaping the future of healthcare in a historic city, with numerous benefits and support programs for your career growth.

Benefits

Physical support programs

Emotional support programs

Spiritual support programs

Financial support programs

Access to a pool

Qualifications

• Must have IV competence and 3+ years of clinical experience.
• Teaching experience is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Promote a learning environment for optimal service delivery.
• Support onboarding and development of new staff.
• Maintain accurate records of training and competency.

Skills

IV competence

Clinical experience (3+ years)

Teaching experience

Management experience

Degree-level education

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for an individual to work full time as a Surgical Clinical Practice Facilitator across the surgical division. In this role, you will provide high-level clinical skills training and education to our nursing workforce.

This is an active role, supporting the development and delivery of training and education to the registered and non-registered nursing team at ward level, ensuring a skilled and competent workforce.

You will deliver facilitation to registered and non-registered nursing teams in clinical practice and evaluate the quality of learning.

You will also develop, facilitate, deliver, and evaluate a range of pastoral support to all staff, especially in terms of supporting attendance, work anxiety, career progression, and personal stress, through acting as or referring to available support within the organization.

If you're interested in helping develop, deliver, and evaluate a range of clinical skills training and competencies to ensure that all staff members are up-to-date and compliant with clinical skills policies, we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

This role will support both registered and non-registered staff:

1. To promote a learning environment that ensures evidence-based practice and optimal service delivery by leading development and education at ward level.
2. To act as a specialist in education, clinical skills, and practice development.
3. To work closely with all staff involved in training and education, as well as other facilitators.
4. To support the delivery of education and development underpinned by the workforce strategy.
5. To collaborate with the ward manager in supporting the onboarding process for new staff.
6. To provide safe, timely, and efficient ward facilitation to all learners.
7. To liaise with the ward manager and lead the ward team, including practice supervisors/assessors, by supporting their learning.
8. To maintain accurate records of learning, development, skills training, and competency for each staff member.
9. To ensure staff have undertaken relevant training and are competent in using all equipment within the clinical area.
10. To create a ward-level learning environment focused on reducing risk and increasing learning through Human Factors and Simulation, in line with PSIRF.

About us

At the RUH, we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, colleagues, and community. We value everyone's contribution in supporting person-centered care.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment, celebrating diversity, and fostering kindness and civility.

Our culture emphasizes learning, development, and innovation. We support your career growth and well-being through various programs, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial support, with amenities like a pool.

Join us to be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare in a historic city. Learn more about our benefits, our new Dyson Cancer Centre, and our commitment to research.

Job description

Please find attached the detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Skills

• Essential: IV competence
• Essential: 3+ years of clinical experience
• Essential: Teaching experience
• Desirable: Management experience
• Desirable: Degree-level education

Additional requirements

• This post is subject to a DBS check.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Additional information

Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. For more info, visit our website.

Note: From 6 April 2017, applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence for 12+ months in the past 10 years, including adult dependents.

Employer details

Employer name: Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal United Hospital, Combe Park, Bath, BA1 3NG

Employer's website: [Link]