We are looking for a Practice Educator for our Renal Department within the haemodialysis unit. The successful applicant would support the education and training of health care support workers to become haemodialysis assistants. They would also help with the training of nurses across Eagle Acute and Haemodialysis. This will include:
* Promote high standards of care through the demonstration of clinical expertise,
* Helping mentor band 2's and band 3's through the apprentice scheme,
* Supporting newly qualified nurses to gain their competencies,
* Supporting nurses to become competent and confident in critical care levels 1 & 2,
* Working with staff nurses to develop into senior staff nurses,
* Leading the Renal foundation course,
* Co-ordinate clinical simulation within the wards,
* Support the ward managers when there are issues with performance management,
* To run study days and inductions on a regular basis,
* Ensure that staff are kept up to date in changes of practice and improvements in care.
Main duties of the job
Eagle ward is the largest paediatric renal unit in the UK with 14 acute inpatient beds and 10 haemodialysis day beds. The post holder will be expected to be a clinical expert in both areas with the passion to teach and support others to the same level, both clinically and academically.
We are therefore looking for an individual that has expertise in both paediatric Renal care and education. They would also need a passion for education and development to help us ensure that we can maintain high standards of patient care. In return for your dedication, you'll benefit from excellent development opportunities, including training on education theory and practices alongside PNA support and leadership development.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
* GOSH Values
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
* RSCN/RN(Child, Mental Health, Adult, Learning Disabilities) or Operation Department Practitioner.
* Degree (or working towards)
* Mentorship/assessor/supervisor qualification or course
* Specialist qualification/internal training
Desirable
* PGCert (or higher) in Education
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
* Recent clinical practice in relevant speciality
* Experience as an assessor/supervisor
* Expert clinical knowledge in relevant speciality
* Awareness of adult learning and the process of staff development
Desirable
* Carrying out audit/research activities
* Risk management
* Management of poor performance
Skills/Abilities
Essential
* Good written and verbal communication
* Teaching and presentation skills
* Supervisory and preceptorship skills
* Organisational and time management skills
* Able to motivate and develop staff
* Competent in clinical skills relevant to the specialty
* Problem solving, prioritisation, effective time management and delegation skills
* Leadership skills
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
* Computer Literacy
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
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