Support the preparation and ongoing professional development of the nursing and midwifery Practice Supervisor/Assessor workforce.
Enhance and support the role of the Practice Supervisor/Assessor within the practice placement area.
Provide robust communication networks between practice placement areas, universities and all other educational institutions who provide healthcare education/training.
Suggest strategies to enhance the practice placement learning environment for all learners
Facilitate education and support for all staff resulting in improved patient care.
What do PEFs do?
Provide and facilitate Practice Supervisor/Assessor update sessions.
Offer staff mentorship development and support.
Support practitioners undertaking a Mentor Preparation Programme (MPP).
Provide advice regarding supporting students in practice.
Provide information and education on the relevant university nursing and midwifery students' assessment process.
Facilitate and manage development and support for 'Practice Supervisor/Assessor led' education sessions for student nurses and midwives.
Facilitate and manage the Flying Start Rolling Programme for Newly Qualified Practitioners (NQPs)
Offer current information on nursing and midwifery education programmes.
Give support and advice for university practice placement audits.
Deliver current information on local, regional and national strategies, policies, and protocols in nursing and midwifery education.
Give advice and support on NHS Education for Scotland (NES) initiatives and funded projects.
Contacting a PEF or CHEF
Students: You should always contact your Practice Supervisor/Assessor or Advisor of Studies in the first instance.