We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Practice Development Facilitator to join our dynamic Emergency Department team.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with team members to support the training, development, and competency progression of ED staff across all levels, from newly recruited Band 5 Registered Nurses to Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Clinical Support Workers.
You will provide expert guidance based on your experience in caring for critically ill or emergency patients.
You will play an integral role in the educational development team, supporting staff in delivering high-quality patient care while promoting continuous professional development.
At the heart of everything we do are our core values: Include, Respect, and Improve. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Training & Development: Identify the training needs of ED staff, including newly recruited Band 5 Registered Nurses, Band 6 & 7 Nurses, EMTs, and Clinical Support Workers, and provide tailored support to enhance their skills and knowledge.
2. Competency Frameworks: Assist in the development and implementation of competency frameworks for Band 5 & 6 Registered Nurses, as well as EMTs, ensuring staff are supported in achieving and maintaining the required competencies.
3. Support & Mentorship: Offer ongoing support to staff in completing competency frameworks, identifying additional support where necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
4. Staff Transition Support: Facilitate the transition and professional development of newly recruited Band 5 Nurses, helping them integrate into the ED environment effectively.
5. Collaboration & Partnership: Work closely with specialist nurses, HR, and other departments to drive the development of staff, ensuring that training and development initiatives are aligned with best practices and organisational needs.
6. Quality & Standards: Advocate for high professional standards, ensuring that care delivery aligns with corporate policies, clinical guidelines, and national standards.
7. Triage Training: Assist with triage training and sign-off, in collaboration with the Manchester Triage team, ensuring that staff are competent in triage procedures.
At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.
We are committed to a positive work-life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.
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