Cardiothoracic Theatre EducatorJob summaryAn exciting opportunity for a Band 6 theatre educator in Cardiothoracic, Recovery and Cath Lab department.
The expectation of this role will be to be responsible for developing and co-ordinating education initiatives within the theatre department. To lead and take continuing responsibility for the in-service development of all the staff working within the theatre departments.
To provide leadership and motivation to establish exceptional clinical practice. To be responsible for the development of programmes of education and training, whilst demonstrating awareness of cultural diversity in the workplace and the need to adapt training accordingly. To develop maintain an effective educational environment through coaching and developing all levels of staff to support all staff to deliver high quality patient care and service delivery.
The practice educator will work closely with clinical lead, co-ordinator and theatre manager.
The practice educator will be responsible for the training, coaching and support of all staff working in cardiothoracic theatres.
support the senior management team to deliver the agreed directorate vision, aimed at providing safe, high quality, efficient and effective cardiothoracic services to our patients and key stakeholders across the Southwest peninsula.
Main duties of the job- To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- To work with clinical staff to identify appropriate learning strategies.
- Responsible for ensuring resources are used effectively within the clinical environment.
- Maintain an effective clinical learning environment through excellence in practice and assisting in service training and education.
- Assist in the delivery of teaching to other educational departments eg. Including CICU, Clearbrook and Crownhill staff, Plymouth University and Peninsula Medical School
- Assist in the delivery of a structured, competency based induction and training programme for new staff to the clinical area ensuring a system of preceptorship and mentorship is fully utilised.
- Liaise with other Trust educators and the education team in developing educational objectives.
- In conjunction with the ward manager meet with all new health care professionals allocated to the ward/department areas within the first month. Assess and discuss required education and training with the individual and line manager.
About usWe are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job responsibilities- Assist in the review and up dating of competency training packs and assessment packs ensuring completion of specific measurable objectives. Assist with production of orientation materials.
- Give appropriate feedback on progress/difficulties of staff to the line managers.
- Contribute to and deliver the trust education strategy.
- Assist in Research & Clinical Audit within the clinical area.
- Attend education/training development meetings/training with the Human Resources & Organizational Development Team
- Support and assist in the management of the delivery of corporate and mandatory training for all nursing/midwifery staff within the specialty/directorate.
- Work in conjunction with Ward managers and Matrons, coordinate and ensure the assessment of competence for nursing staff as required for specific clinical skills.
- Ensure a robust and accurate means of documentation and record-keeping of clinical training delivered or coordinated to provide evidence of compliance with CQC standards.
- Assist the ward managers and link nurses / key trainers with the delivery of Trust-wide education and training initiatives as required.
- Manual Handling and BLS - training and competence assessment
- End of Life Care
- Mental Capacity Act training
- Dementia awareness
- Blood transfusion assessment of competence
- Taking the lead regarding:-
- Medical Devices training for all high/very high risk devices within the clinical area
- Suction Device assessment of competence
- Diathermy Competence
Person SpecificationEvidenceEssential- Demonstrable post registration experience
- Demonstrable leadership experience.
- Demonstrable experience in Cardiothoracic Theatres, Cardiothoracic Theatre Recovery or Cath Labs
Desirable- Demonstrable experience at band 6 and experience of teaching large groups
EvidenceEssential- Mentorship module
- Leadership qualification or the willingness to undertake
EvidenceEssential- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with proven ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
- Effective influencing skills, in general and with senior health care professionals.
- Attention to detail and proven ability to work without supervision.
Desirable- Proven ability to demonstrate their experience of planning and leading a change process in a clinical setting.
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.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).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
