| Area of work |
What the work involves |
NIPEC SPO |
| Support implementation of the Quality Excellence Assurance Framework proposal |
NIPEC will further develop an online platform through building a library of resources and supporting the delivery model for the Quality Excellence Assurance Framework. |
Brenda Carson |
| Support the implementation of the RNLD Model as outlined in the Equity of Access and Outcome Report |
Following the launch of the Equity of Access and Outcomes Report last year, NIPEC will support the CNO and her team in progressing a number of recommendations outlined within the report to enable the delivery of a new model for Register Learning Disability Nurses (RNLDs) within Northern Ireland. |
Linda Kelly |
| Review and update Record Keeping Standards Guidance |
NIPEC will lead on a refresh for the regional record keeping standards for nursing and midwifery and will provide an up to date resource guiding nurses, midwives and their support teams, particularly as the use of digital systems expands across all sectors of health and social care. |
Gary Cousins |
| Support the Review of Delegation of Care in Practice |
NIPEC will support the DoH to review of current delegation model and making recommendations for the future. The aim is to enable people to live as independently as possible at home, through providing the right care, in the right place, at the right time, by the right person and supported by timely, safe and effective delegation of healthcare interventions. |
Geraldine McKendry |
| Complete an Impact Assessment for Supervision/ Preceptorship Framework |
NIPEC will measure the impact of the Northern Ireland Reflective Supervision Framework and the Northern Ireland Preceptorship Framework and test if they are:
- Related to strategic objectives,
- Having the anticipated results and
- Demonstrate positive impacts of public investment related to supporting the nursing and midwifery professions.
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Fiona Bradley |
| Support Senior Nursing and Midwifery Community of Practice (CoP) |
These Communities of Practice (CoPs) bring together professional staff responsible for setting and delivering the strategic agenda from across Northern Irish organisations in a regional leadership community and generate a collective energy and momentum. Valuing nursing and midwifery is important to CoP members and NIPEC will continue to facilitate these CoPs to progress these important discussions. |
Eunice Strahan |
| Support the establishment of an Advanced Practice Academy/Network |
The development of a model/framework to support the formation of an Advanced Practice Academy for Nurses and Midwives in Northern Ireland will oversee agreed specific regional advanced practice projects and initiatives, promote collaborative working in a safe and supportive environment and ensure high quality education, mentorship, networking and research opportunities for its members. |
Dr Carole McKenna |
