Practice Educator

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic oncology nurse to join our Medical Day Unit as a Band 7 Practice Educator.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to support the development of registered nurses, nursing associates, healthcare support workers and students within a specialist cancer setting.

The successful candidate will have significant oncology experience, expert knowledge of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT), and an understanding of clinical trials and research practice.

You will act as a clinical role model, delivering education, supporting competency development, and promoting evidence-based care across the unit.

You will be passionate about teaching in the clinical environment, supporting staff to achieve competencies in areas such as SACT administration, medicines management, venepuncture and cannulation, while fostering a culture of learning, professional development and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

• Plan, deliver, document, and evaluate high-quality, evidence-based nursing care in a safe and efficient manner, working collaboratively with the shift coordinator to meet individual patient needs.
• Develop enhanced knowledge and understanding of the holistic needs of patients with cancer, including the range of treatment modalities provided within the unit.
• Gain insight into the responsibilities involved in coordinating a clinical shift, working under the guidance and supervision of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to support effective ward management.
• This role aligns with ACCEND capabilities for registered practitioners in cancer care.

Job responsibilities

• Act as a role model and coach in clinical practice, particularly for junior nursing staff.
• Regularly assessing and reviewing progress towards competence and giving feedback to staff.
• Work clinically alongside staff to ensure clinical competency and development needs are met e.g. SACT/Venepuncture/Cannulation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on staff training and support.
• Ensure newly appointed staff nurses have been introduced to the information technology available in clinical areas to enable them to access information about relevant Trust policies and procedures.
• Ensuring that staff nurses are aware of the location of unit-based learning resources, and know how to access evidence to inform their practice.
• To support nurses new to the Trust in achieving their competence in Medicines Management (IV/Oral & CD) and SACT administration.
• To facilitate teaching throughout the clinical area and ensure all content is up-to-date and evidence-based.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• NMC Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
• Qualification in oncology or specialty
• Recognised teaching qualification or equivalent
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent

Experience

• Experience in oral and intravenous drug administration
• Sufficient post-registration nursing experience in oncology or specialty to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job
• Experience in systemic anti-cancer treatment administration
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience or equivalent
• Competent in CVAD management, including Ports

Skills Abilities/knowledge

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and liaise confidently with members of the multidisciplinary team
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Evidence of working cooperatively in a team
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation (working with minimal supervision)
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
• Ability to work accurately and reliably under pressure
• Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
• Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality patient care and customer-care initiatives
• Awareness and understanding of quality improvement principles and their application in clinical practice
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other clinical IT systems