Clinical Skills Facilitator

1 week ago


AshtonunderLyne, Tameside, United Kingdom Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

Clinical Skills Facilitator - Community Nursing Band 6 - hours - Permanent

We are currently looking to recruit a Clinical Skills Facilitator within our District Nursing service. You will work across all 5 neighborhoods including the Out of Hours Service supporting the clinical skills development of all staff including new starters.

You will be working alongside a multi-skilled team of community practitioners led by Specialist Practitioners in District Nursing delivering nursing care to a diverse population.

As a Clinical Skills Facilitator you must be able to demonstrate effective leadership skills, have the ability to problem solve and provide ongoing support to members of the team. You must be able to demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and the ability to apply evidenced based practice.

Interview date: 28 September 2021

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the clinical skills development of the District Nursing service and the Community Rotation Programme providing a robust and comprehensive induction to support transition/enhancement into clinical practice. You will ensure staff complete the Trusts corporate training within the proposed timeframe and report to Education Training and Development. You will work alongside the Practice Educator/Team Leaders and Matron planning your diary to provide a cohesive & consistent approach supporting improvement of clinical skills.

You are responsible for mainlining clear lines of communication with achievement of progress identifying and reporting any difficulties with the process to the appropriate manager.

About us

The District Nursing Service are a dynamic, passionate and driven workforce who constantly strive to excel both locally and nationally.

We are national award winners for innovative projects such as "Insulin in Care Homes" project and "Blended Roles" project.

We are driven by the desire to provide outstanding evidence based care to the residents of Tameside and Glossop whilst ensuring we care for our staff and offer continuous development.

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Under the supervision and working in partnership with a registered nurse provide and deliver a high standard of nursing care contributing to the ongoing assessment, providing and monitoring care based on evidence and working in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team. Provide compassionate, safe and effective care and support to patients in a range of care settings Monitor the condition and health needs of patients within their care on a continual basis in partnership with patients, families and carers, ensuring appropriate escalation to a registered nurse when required. Support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing. Promote comfort and well-being by ensuring that patients personal and social needs are met and be able to care for a patients nursing needs. To safely undertake the following procedures to meet the patients nursing needs to include; undertaking routine procedures including venepuncture, ECG recording, measuring and interpreting blood glucose levels, recording and interpreting vital signs, continence care, bladder and bowel care, pressure area care, wound care, nutrition, hydration, foot care, skin integrity, mood identification (as outlined in the NMC Nursing Associate Skills Annex). Identify and report changes in a patients condition to a registered nurse. Prioritise and manage own workload, recognising where elements of care can safely be delegated to other colleagues, carers and family members. Provide and receive sensitive information concerning a patients medical condition. Work with the registered nurse and engage with other agencies and community teams to ensure a safe, individualised approach to the admission and discharge of patients. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in line with Trust policy and the NMC Code. Provide effective evidence based care for service users under the supervision of registered nurses in order to perform non-complex activities, in line with clinical governance and professional standards. COMMUNICATION Communicate effectively with dignity and respect to all patients, relatives and others giving consideration to potential barriers to understanding. Communicate effectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating or handing over responsibility for care. Recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes. Report accidents, incidents, near misses or complaints following Trust policies/procedures. Contribute to a culture where all staff feel safe to raise their concerns [and that] speaking up about what these are is a normal part of their routine. MEDICINES MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION Recognise the effects of medicines, allergies, drug sensitivity, side effects, contraindications and adverse reactions. Undertake safe and effective administration and optimisation of medicines in accordance with Trust policy and the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates. Administer medicines via the following routes, oral, topical, rectal, subcutaneous and intramuscular in line with NMC Standards and Trust policies. Comply with Trust policy in relation to any safety critical medicines to be administered by Nursing Associates. Monitor the condition and health needs of patients within their care following administration of medication. Recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes related to medicines management. EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT Comply with mandatory competencies in line with Trust policy. To engage in a preceptorship period that includes achieving the Nursing Associate Medicines Management Competency framework. Maintain own continuing professional development in accordance with NMC CPD requirements and contribute to formulation of own objectives and personal development plan. Support, supervise, teach (where appropriate) and act as a role model to trainee nursing associates, student nurses, healthcare support workers and new staff members, promoting reflection and providing constructive feedback. Contribute to the maintenance of the learning environment. Adopt a reflective approach to own practice with a view to continually improve. Undertake further training as required, prior to carrying out any additional duties identified as relevant to role, to comply with Trust policies and procedures. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Identify relevant sources of evidence to inform practice. Critically consider and analyse their own practice in light of best available evidence. Contribute to surveys, audits, research activity as required to own role, supporting recommended changes in practice. PROFESSIONAL Comply with the NMC regulations relating to revalidation to maintain NMC registration. Act as a professional role model and in accordance with the NMC Code and the NMC Standards for Nursing Associates. Act in accordance with all organisational policies and procedures and within expected values and behaviours. Actively participate in and attend ward/unit meetings Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

RGN

Desirable

Registered non-medical prescriber Community Specialist Practitioner Qualification (DN pathway) Mentor or Practice teacher qualification.

Experience

Essential

Evidence of development needs/support/mentorship to junior staff and students On the trust register as a Practice Assessor. Can plan and deliver teaching as required within the role Can demonstrate leadership skills and attributes. Evidence of supporting staff who are struggling in practice. Can implement and support personal action planning. Demonstrate an understanding of DN initiatives. Demonstrate a good understanding of clinical governance and safety/quality initiatives pertaining to the role. Implementation of audit/evidence based recommendations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

Coaching skills/qualification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Evidence of clinical acquisition and knowledge. Can demonstrate continuous professional development Able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice and expertise to meet service need. IT skills/Computer literacy

Desirable

Hold clinical competencies within the sphere of DN practice.

Personal Qualities

Essential

Able to plan and manage own diary, meeting deadlines with a given timeframe. Able to articulately communicate progress reports to senior leads and matron. Reflective practitioner Demonstrate reliability and flexibility to meet service requirements. Has access to travel across DN bases.

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