Clinical Facilitator for Theatres

at  University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Facilitator within the Training and Development team to support the training and development of all staff, Student Nursing Associates and Apprentice Operating Department Practitioners working in theatres. The role will facilitate the implementation of evidence-based practice by supporting staff & students in their clinical practice thereby contributing to the continual development of a quality service ensuring best practice is followed resulting in optimum patient care.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation’s core values.

• Work in partnership with nursing & AHP teams
• Advise and support new and existing staff in the supervision and assessment of students
• Maintain internal and external networks to facilitate learning
• Use of communication and interpersonal skills when working with diverse settings in health and social care whilst supporting students in practice
• Provide feedback to practice areas regarding student evaluation of the placement and ensure that relevant actions planned are developed as appropriate

Acting as a clinical role model and promoting a culture where staff are valued, supported and able to deliver a high-quality care service
Maintaining a current/up to date knowledge of best practice to improve service provision
Ensuring evidence-based practice is sourced, developed, implemented and audited to improve patient care
Supporting the delivery of mandatory training for theatre staff through a variety of resources
Acting as a point of Contact for Student Nursing Associates/Operating Department Practitioner Apprentices, Allocations, Induction process, Pastoral Support, Facilitation of AIP meetings (University academic in practice
Supporting at Coventry University for Student Nursing Associates assessments, interviews, development meetings & ad-hoc practical sessions
Delivering/providing training sessions, opportunities and Audit Day training sessions for student nursing associates whilst on placement
Assisting with the organisation and running of Theatre department Audit Days
Participation in open days at UHCW, Careers Fairs at Coventry University
Cascade trainer for a minimum of 2 Mandatory training subjects
Working in clinical practice one day per week
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation’s core values.

• Work in partnership with nursing & AHP teams
• Advise and support new and existing staff in the supervision and assessment of students
• Maintain internal and external networks to facilitate learning
• Use of communication and interpersonal skills when working with diverse settings in health and social care whilst supporting students in practice
• Provide feedback to practice areas regarding student evaluation of the placement and ensure that relevant actions planned are developed as appropriate.

For further details of the job role please see attached job description