Training
Are you struggling to locate journals or evidence-based information?
Do you know how to assess whether an article is reliable?
Thinking of undertaking research within the Trust?
You need one of our sessions!
Training is available to small groups or individuals, either face-to-face or virtually.
What have your colleagues said about training?
Courses
Calendar
How to book
If you would like to book on to one of our training sessions, please contact one of our Clinical Librarians. Please specify which you would like to attend, and the date of the session. Alternatively log in to KnowledgeShare at http://www.knowledgeshare.nhs.uk and look for the 'Skills Sessions.'
The RCN Code
We support the RCN code in the following ways:
Practice Effectively
6) Always practice in line with the best available evidence
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6.1 make sure that any information or advice given is evidence-based, including information relating to using any healthcare products or services,
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6.2 maintain the knowledge and skills you need for safe and effective practice.
9) Share your skills, knowledge and experience for the benefit of people receiving care and your colleagues.
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9.3 deal with differences of professional opinion with colleagues by discussion and informed debate, respecting their views and opinions and behaving in a professional way at all times,
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9.4 support students' and colleagues' learning to help them develop their professional competence and confidence.
Preserve Safety
19) be aware of, and reduce as far as possible, any potential for harm associated with your practice.
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19.2 take account of current evidence, knowledge and developments in reducing mistakes and the effect of them and the impact of human factors and system failures
Promote Professionalism and Trust
22) Fulfil all registration requirements.
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22.3 keep your knowledge and skills up to date, taking part in appropriate and regular learning and professional development activities that aim to maintain and develop your competence and improve your performance.
We support the SCONUL 7 pillars of information literacy. In particular:
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Plan - Construct strategies for locating information and data
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Gather - Locate and access the information and data you need
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Evaluate - Review the research process and compare and evaluate information and data
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Manage - Organise information professionally and ethically