Band 6/7 - Practice Development Nurse, Medicine

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Practice Development Nurse to join our Medicine Division (grade dependent on experience). This full-time role being offered as an 12 month secondment. It involves leading the education and training of nursing staff to ensure the highest quality of patient care.

As a key member of the team, you will work closely with Nursing team’s across the division to identify training needs and create tailored development plans.

If you're passionate about professional growth and committed to delivering exceptional patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you to lead and inspire others in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Main duties of the job

As the Practice Development Nurse, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Education & Training: Develop, plan, and implement comprehensive training programs tailored to the needs of the Medicine Directorate. Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) to identify gaps and create targeted learning opportunities. Design and update competency-based induction and training packages, ensuring they meet both individual and service requirements.
• Clinical Leadership: Act as a visible and approachable clinical leader and role model. Provide mentorship and support to both new and existing staff, ensuring high standards of practice and patient care. Facilitate educational support and assessments, utilizing structured approaches and action plans to address competency and skills gaps.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to promote effective learning and practice across the organisation. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to share best practices and integrate new educational developments. Manage and support a range of educational initiatives, including those for new and emerging roles such as Nursing Associates and degree apprenticeships.
• Quality & Compliance: Implement, monitor, and maintain quality measures for educational programs. Ensure that all training aligns with organisational standards and regulatory requirements. Keep accurate records of learning events and provide regular reports to the Directorate Management Team. Participate in audits and research to evaluate the impact of training and development.
• Flexible Support: Provide clinical support in medicine areas when staffing levels are low or patient acuity is high. Contribute to service development and continuous improvement by staying updated with current and emerging practices and policies.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced communication skills, strong organisational abilities, and a proactive approach to professional development. You should be able to effectively manage multiple priorities, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of learning and excellence within the Medicine Directorate.

If you are passionate about education and dedicated to enhancing patient care through staff development, we encourage you to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic registered nurse who can demonstrate:

NMC registration and a first degree or equivalent.

Postgraduate certificate in education or willingness to work towards it.

Strong teaching, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Experience in a relevant clinical setting within medicine.

The ability to inspire, support, and challenge staff at all levels.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.