EPR Digital Allied Health Professional (AHP)

at  The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Responsibilities Work with the Digital clinicians to ensure that a critical mass of staff are trained to the required level in the use of the system on each ward Support the development of Super Users on each ward who can be key users of the system Support the clinical staff when each ward goes paperless. Assist in the resolution of any issues in a timely and accurate manner In conjunction with the Digital team and the supplier respond to questions in relation to the use of the system in the clinical areas Utilise and ensure others can utilise clinical data/information to secure accurate and timely patient care Effectively communicate information regarding the clinical data and policy with clinicians and healthcare staff Manage expected and unexpected clinical data events and ensure timely and appropriate solutions Responsible for identifying and communicating the linkages between improved communication, improving clinical efficiencies and effectiveness with good use of the system Maintain a current knowledge of practices related to clinical communications and role specific training Provide information to the EPR Steering Group as necessary. Demonstrate a current knowledge of clinical record keeping and clinical communication practices through the delivery of clinical care and maintenance of a safe environment in accordance with practices and policies Challenge clinical communication practices, reporting breaches using relevant Trust policies as appropriate (e.g. incident reporting policy) Responsible for training additional nurse training staff Responsible for ensuring healthcare staff have the skills to record and update handovers and patient records using relevant technology Develop and educate healthcare staff through the development of training materials and delivery of training Remain professionally updated in all aspects of the role, specifically in line with national and international standards Occasional out of hours/weekend working to support training of staff on different shifts, cutover, and further support for embedding practice Support of system implementation/upgrades may require some out of hours work Where appropriate, travel to attend national events dependant on business/project needs Use computer software to produce reports, spreadsheets and documents Take an analytical approach on information received and act on findings Develop communication, measurement and reporting systems in relation to EPR usage and uptake Any other tasks or duties commensurate with the position as agreed Resource Management Assist the in supporting staff using EPR and analysing the clinical data Support the monitoring the project budget, ensuring that resources are used appropriately, and to ensure appropriate levels of stock are in place for the project needs Abide by the NHS Code of Conduct for managers, the Trusts values and behaviours for staff and managers and all other Trust policies including standing financial instructions, research governance, clinical governance, patient and public involvement, codes and practices and health and safety policies.
Governance Assist in the implementation of clinical and ICT policies and procedures relating to the EMR System Contribute towards the Trusts action planning process to ensure compliance with Information Governance requirements, being aware of policies and procedures as required, reporting any breaches of ICT confidentiality and security as required Attend mandatory/statutory training as identified in Trust policy Communication Maintain appropriate communication links between clinical teams, Steering Group, other relevant healthcare staff and IT Technical Implementation and Support Teams. Ability to analyse information presented by users, identity requirements or problems then make recommendations to the Project Manager/Digital Matron or seek resolution with Technical Services. Education and Training Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and support staff development and training Quality To carry out any other duties appropriate to the position and grade as may be determined Equality and Diversity Act in ways that support equality and value diversit

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