Practice Development Practitioner

Practice Development Practitioner Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated nurse with a passion for mental health to join our Adult Mental Health Planned Care services within Durham Tees Valley Urgent Care. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the professional development of staff and students through effective clinical leadership and the sharing of knowledge.

The role involves ensuring a progressive learning environment for all staff, including temporary personnel, and delivering high standards of care through specialized knowledge and skills. You will be responsible for implementing key practice developments and quality initiatives aimed at achieving excellence in patient care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

As a Practice Development Practitioner, you will engage with senior medical and clinical colleagues to foster a coordinated approach to service delivery, informed by best nursing practices. You will also promote inter-professional learning and facilitate in-house training sessions.

Successful candidates will be expected to work on a 7-day roster, with the flexibility to work outside of standard hours. Personal and professional development is a key aspect of this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and support for staff and students.
• Ensure high standards of care delivery through mentoring and training.
• Implement practice developments and quality initiatives.
• Engage in discussions with senior colleagues to enhance service delivery.
• Promote inter-professional learning and facilitate teaching.
• Maintain personal and professional development.
• Work across a 7-day roster with flexible hours.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current professional registration with a recognized body.
• Degree or diploma with specialist training or equivalent experience to master’s level.
• Clinical teaching qualification or equivalent experience.
• Leadership qualification or commitment to obtain one.
• Evidence of continuous personal development.
• Extensive experience with complex mental health issues or learning disabilities.
• Experience in clinical leadership and mentoring roles.
• Ability to resolve complex situations collaboratively.

Benefits:

• Salary between £49,387 and £56,515 per annum.
• Permanent full-time contract.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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