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Our Values
* We are KIND
* We are OPEN
* We pursue EXCELLENCE
We are looking for applications from people who share our values to help make us a valued and trusted partner within our care system, that delivers safe effective care to our local population.
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity to expand and develop our Theatre and PACU clinical education team. We are looking for an enthusiastic registered nurse or operating department practitioner with a passion for education and development within the theatre and post anaesthetic department. You will work as part of our theatre education team to contribute to devising, developing, delivering and evaluating plans of education, competency-based training programs and support activities relating to clinical practice education, training and development, and multi professional team working. You will support all nursing staff and operating department practitioners, registered and non-registered, working across the wider in the theatre and PACU environment.
Our education team in theatres and PACU collaborate across all hospital sites in our trust; we are looking for 2 band 6 Clinical educators, one will be based East coast (Scarborough and Bridlington) and one based at York. There will be an element of cross-site working required to meet the service needs.
Main duties of the job
To develop and deliver core and additional clinical skills and training programmes across all Theatre and PACU Care Group Surgery settings, demonstrating a sound teaching approach utilising mixed media, simulation, and creating a positive learning environment that supports the training needs of the service and organisation. The post holder will be required to plan and organise the training equipment and book training dates and venues as appropriate in collaboration with colleagues within the wider teams.
Working for our organisation
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully.
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Person specification
Experience & Knowledge
Essential criteria
* At least 3 years post registration experience in a Theatre or Post Anaesthetic Care setting
* Working with a wide range of professionals
* Awareness of current issues in Health Care Standards of Professional Practice
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
* Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Level 1) OR Registered Operating Department Practitioner with HCPC registration
* Recognised teaching certificate or equivalent experience
* Educated to degree level
* Willing to undergo training as necessary to undertake role
* Evidence of CPD relevant to current role
Desirable criteria
* Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards
* Practice experience across acute settings
* Previous experience of delivering clinical training or support e.g. Link Trainer/Nurse
Please note that some of our substantive vacancies may be available on a smaller number of hours than advertised. If you would be interested in applying on this basis, we would encourage you to contact the appointing manager to enquire further.
DBS Checks
Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary either in 1 payment or over a six month period once you start employment. By applying you are agreeing to this undertaking.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Please note, the selection processes at York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values.
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