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Job Title
Clinical Skills Trainer
Reports to
Director of Quality & Safety
Key Working Relationships
Directors & Assistant Directors of Services, MDT, Nurse Practice Development Co‑ordinator, Persons in Charge, Administration & Community Nurses and Human Resources
Purpose of Role
The Clinical Skills Trainer is a pivotal role designed to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based care across the Talbot Group. The purpose of this role is to design, deliver and evaluate high-quality clinical skills training programmes that enhance the competence and confidence of our healthcare professionals – including Registered Nurses and Social Care/Healthcare staff. You will be responsible for building a robust clinical learning environment, supporting the ongoing professional development of staff, and acting as a key clinical expert. Your work will directly contribute to the highest standards of service‑user care, compliance with national regulations and the continuous improvement of our clinical practices.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Registration: Must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
* Experience: A minimum of 5 years of post-registration clinical experience, with at least 2 years in a relevant clinical area.
* Teaching Qualification: Must possess an up-to-date teaching/training qualification (e.g., Train the Trainer, Certificate in Training & Development) or be actively working towards one.
* Management & Administration: Demonstrable ability to effectively manage training programmes, related administrative tasks, and support staff.
Essential Competencies & Skills
* Professional Knowledge: In‑depth clinical knowledge and competence, with a commitment to practising safely within your scope and in line with the NMBI Code of Professional Conduct.
* Leadership & Influence: Ability to lead on clinical practice, influence others, and build strong professional relationships across all levels of the organisation.
* Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and sensitively.
* Initiative & Problem‑Solving: Evidence-based decision-maker with strong analytical skills, resilience, and a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
* Planning & Organisation: Proven ability to plan, organise, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines effectively.
* Commitment to Quality: A strong, demonstrable commitment to providing a quality service, incorporating service-user needs and engaging in ongoing CPD.
* IT & Data Skills: Demonstrated willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role (e.g., MS Office, learning management systems).
Clinical Training & Delivery
* Design, deliver, and evaluate engaging and effective clinical skills training programmes tailored to service-user needs and individualised healthcare plans.
* Facilitate the introduction and orientation of new staff, fostering an effective and supportive learning environment.
* Provide hands‑on, face-to-face training, guidance, and mentorship to staff, both in classroom and clinical settings, to build competence and confidence.
* Educate staff on the correct use, care, and maintenance of clinical equipment and reusable medical devices.
Competence Assurance & Development
* Assess the clinical skills and competence of healthcare staff, identifying individual and service-wide learning needs.
* Develop and implement strategies to address skill deficits, including providing feedback and facilitating the achievement of personal development plans.
* Work alongside staff in practice (as required) to provide direct support and supervision, ensuring the safe application of clinical procedures.
* Foster a culture of staff empowerment, continuous professional development (CPD), and evidence-based practice.
Quality, Compliance & Safety
* Demonstrate professional competence and professionalism and a commitment to continuing professional development relevant to the role.
* Maintain knowledge of all national clinical practice guidelines, as appropriate to service‑user needs (e.g., NMBI & Medication Management, HSE, NCEC).
* Seek out opportunities for improvement on clinical practice while keeping abreast of clinical practice updates (e.g., attending relevant national conferences/seminars).
* Plan and organise effectively, manage deadlines, and handle multiple tasks with initiative and teamwork.
* Build and maintain interpersonal relationships, fostering a collaborative approach to resident/service-user care and interdisciplinary team working.
* Adhere to HR policies, premises health and safety, infection control and legislative requirements.
* Continuously develop IT skills relevant to the role and demonstrate a willingness to learn new technologies.
* Support the Talbot Group Information Governance Procedures & National Data Protection Legislation to respect confidentiality of service users and staff.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
* Operational & Administrative Management
o Coordinate the planning and scheduling of training to meet the demands and objectives of the Service Plan.
o Efficiently manage the administration of training records, evaluations and key performance indicator (KPI) data.
o Collate and report on training metrics for management, Quality, Safety and Risk committee, and other governance forums.
o Demonstrate awareness of resource management and value for money in the delivery of training programmes.
* Commitment to a Quality Service
o Play a vital role in clinical audit, monitoring quality standards and evaluating the impact of training on care outcomes.
o Contribute to the development, review and updating of clinical policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure they reflect best practice and national standards (e.g., NMBI, HSE, NCEC, HIQA).
o Maintain adherence to established policies, procedures and legislative requirements, including Health & Safety and Infection Prevention & Control.
o Maintain a working knowledge of HIQA Standards and support ongoing compliance.
o Demonstrate strong communication skills – present written information concisely, influence others effectively and manage sensitive messages with empathy.
o Adhere to sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more efficient health service.
Health & Character
* Health: A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
* Character: Each candidate must be of good character.
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