Revalidation of Medical Staff
The year culminated in the Trust suspending the Appraisal and Revalidation process following a
directive from the CMO in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Notwithstanding this, significant
progress has been made. The Trust continues to contribute to the ongoing development of the
Regional Electronic Appraisal System, which is now mandatory for all doctors when conducting their
annual appraisal.
Facts & Figures
• The appraisal completion rate for the 2018 year conducted in 2019 was 99%
• During 2019, 89 doctors were revalidated with the GMC, which included 5 who were initially
deferred for a 6 month period
• Appraiser training for new and existing appraisers was conducted and the Trust has increased
its number of appraisers to 69 (a ratio of circa 1:6).
Revalidation of Medical and Nursing Staff
• The new Appraisal & Revalidation Policy incorporating an engagement protocol will be
completed
• Work will continue in regards to quality assurance process and will continue with the
GMC and ultimately the Trusts medical staff. This will include training and support for
the Clinical leaders in making revalidation recommendations.
NEXT STEPS
Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Revalidation
In October 2015 the Nursing and Midwifery Council introduced Revalidation,
a new process which would be used by registered nurses and midwives to
demonstrate that they remain fit to practice within the NMC Code.
Facts & Figures
• In 2019/2020, all of the registrants in the Trust would have been
through the new process at least once
• The processes are now fully embedded and integrated with the appraisal
cycle. Registrants across the Trust have been successfully revalidating and there
has been 100% compliance with the requirements which include feedback from
patients/clients and colleagues, continuing professional development and reflections
on practice
• Training is provided as required for any staff new for either the revalidation process or
the confirmation of revalidation role.
Goal 2: Strengthening the Workforce
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