Job summary Ward Based Clinical Educator(THEO Project) Working as part of the existing ward clinical nursing team, the Band 6 ward based clinical co-ordinator will work in collaboration with a THEO Band 7 and with direct support from an external UEA based THEO / PD facilitator, to enable the THEO project delivery and evidence gathering. Working as a nurse, in daily clinical practice this role will be helping to support others in effectively implementing practice driven innovation at ward level. Supporting and enabling THEO across the multidisciplinary team (MDT), to maximise and enhance delivery of safe and effective care within a workplace culture of effectiveness, where person centred care is experienced by patients and their significant others. The THEO clinical coordinator will be actively participating in collating and coordinating interactions to collect and report evidence, and collaborating with partners at local Trust level and working closely with Staffordshire University and the University of East Anglia (as the Academic Collaborators). Main duties of the job 1 To assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of the THEO project at ward level. 2 To promote continuous development of clinical practice and effective team working in the delivery of patient care, encouraging innovation, improvement and appropriate changes in service delivery using facilitated practice development approaches. 3 To work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary and nursing clinical team to use practice development approach to provide and capture evidence of person-centred clinical care delivery to patients. 4 To demonstrate clinical expertise, enhanced nursing practice to enable the delivery of high standards of person centred, safe and effective, evidence-based nursing care. 5 To review nursing practice and support the implementation of appropriate changes based on research/ best practice. 6 To contribute to service development and evidence collection associated with the THEO project. 7 To establish a suitable and stimulating learning environment for staff and students and for the ongoing professional development for all colleagues. 8 To maintain communication networks at all appropriate clinical and managerial levels. 9 To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to patients. About us We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Secondment Working pattern Part-time Reference number 177-CORP-6734695 Job locations James Paget University Hospitals NHS FT Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for full breakdown of this role, alternatively please contact us using the information below. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for full breakdown of this role, alternatively please contact us using the information below. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Degree/ Diploma in nursing Evidence of post registration education/CPD Activity Desirable Recognised NMC/ other teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent Knowledge and Experience Essential Post Registration experience Evidence of innovation and achievements in clinical practice Can demonstrate their experience of collaborative working Evidence if working as part of MDT Can demonstrate the use of appropriate criteria to prioritise case load Can demonstrate experience of managing difficult conversations Demonstrates clinical risk management experience Skills and Knowledge Essential Proven compassionate care experience Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable Ability to prioritise Successful change management High level clinical expertise Knowledge and understanding of admission and discharge processes Knowledge of the NHS plan and nursing strategy Good understanding of clinical governance issues, risk management, audit procedures and including evaluation Experience of public and patient inclusion in service delivery and improvements Effective communicator and negotiator Computer literacy Desirable Presentation skills/ public speaking Clean driving licence Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Degree/ Diploma in nursing Evidence of post registration education/CPD Activity Desirable Recognised NMC/ other teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent Knowledge and Experience Essential Post Registration experience Evidence of innovation and achievements in clinical practice Can demonstrate their experience of collaborative working Evidence if working as part of MDT Can demonstrate the use of appropriate criteria to prioritise case load Can demonstrate experience of managing difficult conversations Demonstrates clinical risk management experience Skills and Knowledge Essential Proven compassionate care experience Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable Ability to prioritise Successful change management High level clinical expertise Knowledge and understanding of admission and discharge processes Knowledge of the NHS plan and nursing strategy Good understanding of clinical governance issues, risk management, audit procedures and including evaluation Experience of public and patient inclusion in service delivery and improvements Effective communicator and negotiator Computer literacy Desirable Presentation skills/ public speaking Clean driving licence 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address James Paget University Hospitals NHS FT Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)