FAQs
What qualifications are required for the Practice Educator position?
The post holder must be a nurse or allied health professional with advanced clinical skills and an expert knowledge base.
What are the primary responsibilities of the Practice Educator?
The primary responsibilities include the educational development of the Older Persons Services, providing professional leadership for nursing staff, identifying learning and development needs, and developing a learning framework and competencies.
How will the Practice Educator interact with staff?
The Practice Educator will work alongside staff during their shifts to sign off competencies and provide training and development support.
Is there a focus on competency development in this role?
Yes, a key element of the role is to develop a learning framework and competencies for supporting and signing off core clinical competencies and specific skills identified by medical specialties.
Will the Practice Educator be involved in policy development?
Yes, the post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures within their sphere of responsibility.
Who can I contact for more information about the role?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Michelle Richards, OPS Matron, at michelle.richards@uhd.nhs.uk or by telephone at 0300 019 6604.
Are there any relocation policies in place for this role?
Yes, if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement, and the travel to the new work base will be considered a normal commute.
What values guide the work at UHD?
The values that define UHD guide how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, reflecting our commitment to teamwork and a supportive work environment.
Will the Practice Educator have leadership responsibilities?
Yes, the Practice Educator will provide professional leadership for nurses within the directorate.
Is this position focused solely on nurses?
No, the role also supports allied health professionals (AHP) in their training and development in medical specialties.