The Dyson Cancer Centre is a specially designed and state of the art building which provides cancer services to both oncology and haematology patients.

We are looking for a driven, creative individual with excellent organisational skills who could shape this educational role within our Day Unit.

The role of Clinical Practice Education Facilitator will support the development of both new and existing members of the team in their competence and knowledge within this advancing field of nursing.

The successful candidate will work alongside Senior Staff to create, develop and maintain an effective learning environment ensuring clinical practice is up to date within oncology. The education of staff within the unit will focus initially on Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy competencies within the UKONS Passport, but also involve the on-going education and updating of any changes within the speciality.

Main duties of the job

To adopt a lead role in staff local induction and delivery of programmes of education and professional development for nursing staff in Medlock Unit.To support building a learning culture within the department.

As a designated responsibility to manage the induction process for staff newly appointed to Medlock Unit. This includes both those experienced and those new to the area, across a range of different roles.

Facilitate in annual SACT update training staff in collaboration with SACT CNS team.

Deliver ad hoc training in conjunction with SACT CNS for new treatments within department. To take the lead on regular in-house teaching sessions.

To ensure staff have undertaken relevant training and are fully informed and competent in the use of all equipment within the clinical area.

To assure that staff undertaking training education and development are supported in working to meeting set standards of performance.

To support staff in their personal professional development and direct towards relevant formal courses pertaining to speciality.

To ensure the appropriate allocation of supervisors / mentors for induction period in consultation with senior sisters.

To provide continuing support to newly appointed members of staff and their supervisor / mentor. To ensure any problems are promptly and effectively resolved.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously.

Essential

Essential

• SACT experience
• Teaching Qualification/ experience

Desirable

• computer literate

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RUH

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

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427-6620718