Neonatal Clinical Educator

Job responsibilities

Communications

Make recommendations regarding future education needs in response to the changing NHS agenda Facilitate open and effective communication within the ward team.

Responsibility for Patient Care

Collaborate with other health care professionals in the delivery of high standards of effective health care To promote a positive learning environment within the division and take a proactive approach to the development of the workforce by developing and facilitating training and education and where relevant clinical skills for staff. Assess the needs of individuals attending/contacting the service and identify the required level of intervention Recognise and work within the limits of own competence and responsibility is crucial, referring issues beyond these limits to relevant people Work collaboratively with the Maternity and Neonatal voices partnership to develop appropriate training plans in response to the voices of women and birthing people Provides professional, leadership and support. Actively promote best clinical practice advice and educational development at ward/departmental and community level Provides specialist advice in relation to Neonatal care.

Planning and organising

Maintain a high profile within the clinical setting providing support to clinical teams as needed. Promote a culture of openness with an ethos of constructive and positive learning from incidents with a willingness to find solutions to problems to create an environment in which excellent clinical care will flourish Participate in projects and quality improvement initiatives to support service development as required Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for their own professional development. Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements. Actively contribute to, and support agreed developments within the division. The post holder will respond to tight deadlines and prioritise work appropriately The post holder will motivate and lead clinicians, supporting them to facilitate care plans which reflect continuity The post holder will contribute to the coordination of external inspections as appropriate and be able to demonstrate that effective self-evaluation and improvement programmes are in place and are regularly reviewed. The post holder will ensure compliance with up-to-date legislation and evidenced based guidance The post holder will take responsibility for the delivery of training for staff which reflects local and national policy and effectively equips staff to feel confident in caring for women & their families

Responsibilities for Physical and / or Financial Resources To have awareness of the Trust and Divisional financial plan to support effective management and organisation Understand cost implications associated with the service and ensure effective use of all resources including staff, medical and surgical sundries Duty of care in line with managing and maintaining equipment and training resources Lead on the trust STEP initiative within the parameters of the role

Responsibility for Policy and Service Development and Implementation

Assist in review of the services and participate in development projects which lead the service improvements To be aware of, comment on and/or actively participate in changes on policies, procedures or service developments. To embrace and support line management and the department in making service improvements effective within the workplace. Facilitate the professional and personal development of staff within the Neonatal Service to improve the quality of patient care, highlight learning needs in conjunction with unit managers and Maternity/Neonatal Matrons

Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership

Always demonstrate effective leadership Develop and maintain organisational and managerial skills relevant to the ward/department facilitating a satisfactory interface with the MDT and all ward areas Participate and lead in the Improving Quality Programme To lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff. To work effectively with senior management in the leadership team To carry out appraisals of the Neonatal team and ensure they have agreed objectives and personal development plans.

Responsibilities for Teaching and Training

Demonstrate knowledge and skills relevant to the clinical setting to enhance patient care Lead in objective setting and performance management; ensure ongoing staff development and achievement of Trust strategic objectives, as delegated by ward manager/team leader Act as a supervisor and/or assessor for all midwifery, support staff and midwifery students encouraging a high level of motivation in all involved Ensure clinical environment is conducive to supporting the education and learning of all staff and students Ensure registered midwives have completed practice supervisor and assessor self-declaration forms annually Lead/Contribute to the clinical development of staff, supporting the teaching of practical skills to agreed competency levels for staff as identified in ward/departmental action plans Maintain own continuing professional development in accordance with CPD requirements and contribute to formulation of own objectives and personal development plan In conjunction with the ward manager/team leader and Education team contribute to the delivery of orientation programmes for new staff and students Promote awareness of current developments in the speciality and seek opportunities to further own knowledge, and that of other staff Provide educational and supportive opportunities to midwifery students to ensure placements satisfy all requirements of their learning objectives. This may include presenting a conferences and study days. To integrate lessons learnt from complaints, litigation and adverse clinical events in to the education programmes for staff To monitor attendance at and effectiveness of continuing professional education study days ...