EPPIC Volunteer (Experienced Patient and Public Involvement Community)
OFFERED BY:
Clinical Skills Centre, University of NottinghamLocation(s): Lenton and Wollaton East
Address where volunteering takes place: D Floor South Block Link Corridor Queens Medical Centre Nottingham NG7 2UHHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
This unusual and flexible volunteering opportunity is to be involved in supporting teaching and learning for health care students.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Our EPPIC (Experienced Patient and Public Involvement Community)
at the University of Nottingham involves supporting students in a
range of ways, including:
Acting as a simulated patient
Sharing lived life experiences as a carer
Sharing lived life experiences with a medical condition (such as
cancer, diabetes, or dietary conditions)
Supporting student recruitment by taking part in interviews
alongside university academics
And more!
We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have
experience of the social care system, and we strongly welcome
individuals from BAME, LGBTQ+, and neurodiverse backgrounds. We
are also interested in hearing from individuals aged under 40,
including parents or carers with caring responsibilities for under 18’s.
We support students across a range of professions, including Dietetics,
Medicine, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Physiotherapy.
Training will be provided.
at the University of Nottingham involves supporting students in a
range of ways, including:
Acting as a simulated patient
Sharing lived life experiences as a carer
Sharing lived life experiences with a medical condition (such as
cancer, diabetes, or dietary conditions)
Supporting student recruitment by taking part in interviews
alongside university academics
And more!
We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have
experience of the social care system, and we strongly welcome
individuals from BAME, LGBTQ+, and neurodiverse backgrounds. We
are also interested in hearing from individuals aged under 40,
including parents or carers with caring responsibilities for under 18’s.
We support students across a range of professions, including Dietetics,
Medicine, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Physiotherapy.
Training will be provided.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
You don't need any experience or qualifications for this role, but it would be an advantage if you are:
* Under 40
* A parent or carer looking after under 18s
* Under 40
* A parent or carer looking after under 18s
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? No
Age Restrictions:
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This will take place before your first session
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No