We are the clinical skills and simulation team. We are a group of nurses and technologists. Our job is to provide you with clinical skills training (phlebotomy, catheterisation, oxygen therapy, etc), simulation training and to maintain the Siklos Centre (our combined clinical skills and simulation labs).
Meet the clinical skills unit team
Your clinical education journey
We teach a wide range of clinical skills. Our content is based on the Outcomes for Graduate document published by the GMC.
To help you become a well-rounded, productive doctor we supplement your learning with some additional skill as well.
In addition to the practical skills, we support your learning with simulation. This can be high fidelity (realistic pressure, time span, situations) simulation or low fidelity (less realistic but more focused on process) simulation. We use a range of technology and media to facilitate this learning from manikins to actors.
This is an incredibly effective teaching method to help you translate the teaching you have received into real life situations. It is a supportive and safe environment where your learning is the focus. Our debriefs are collaborative with your peers, where we can demonstrate to you your achievements and tease out any additional methods or resources you could use to be well prepared for your future encounters in the clinical environment.
As well as our teaching, our team includes many experienced healthcare professionals. Some of us have work as West Suffolk Hospital for many years and we know the trust and the local area well. If you have any questions, queries or just want a chat you are welcome to come and find us. Even if you would just a quiet place to gather your thoughts and a cup of tea.
