University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The Division B Education team are delighted to offer this fantastic opportunity for a clinical practice educator to join our team. We are looking for a registered nurse, who is keen to make a difference to patient experience through development of staff across Division B, with a primary focus on the emergency department. As a Clinical Practice Educator, the successful candidates will work independently and with other education/specialist colleagues to deliver teaching and clinical education to healthcare professionals within the emergency department and across the division. The Division B education team will be your support network to help you hone and perfect your education and leadership skills.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Develop education strategies in partnership with the clinical area and senior clinical educator to deliver ward/department-based education.
2. Support staff to complete statutory and mandatory training.
3. Provide opportunities for professional development.
4. Respond to local and Trust-wide clinical training needs.
5. Support learners in practice including students, apprentices and staff seeking further education opportunities.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
1. Registered nurse with significant clinical experience within an emergency department.
2. Excellent communication skills with all members of the MDT.
3. An interest in education.
4. Prior experience of developing nursing practice.
5. Team player with good working relationships.
6. A teaching qualification or equivalent mentorship/Practice Assessor/Coaching course.
7. A curiosity for learning and enthusiasm about your own professional development.
8. An ability to manage own workload capable of working independently and as part of a wider team.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
* Patient First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
* Professional requirements e.g. Registered Nurse or Registered Professional.
* Professional knowledge acquired through degree education or equivalent experience.
* Mentoring / coaching / education qualification to postgraduate diploma level or equivalent evidence of supporting learners in practice.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Significant experience within relevant field.
* Experience of educating others in a formal or informal setting.
* Broad awareness of Trust initiatives/pressures.
Desirable
* Education at a master's degree level.
* Further education at a master's degree level in relevant practice area.
* Leadership qualification or significant equivalent experience.
* Previous Band 6 experience.
* Further evidence of specialty competence.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Southampton
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
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