Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Clinical/Professional

• Is wholly responsible for his/her practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council code of professional conduct. Takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence. To continue any development highlighted through the appraisal process and attend mandatory and specific training sessions.

• Plan and assess programs of care with realistic nursing and reablement goals with the consultation of patient, family and multidisciplinary team.

• To be sensitive to patients needs in respect of courtesy, dignity and Privacy.

• Promote effective communication with the multi-professional.

• Provide information and education, which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle (in an appropriate manner to meet patients learning needs).

• Recommend innovative changes in clinical practice, to enhance patient care.

• Participate in audit processes and action outcomes.

• Demonstrate an understanding of research and application to clinical practice.

• Use clinical expertise and knowledge to promote reablement care. Taking on a Link nurse role where appropriate.

• Ensure the safe control and custody of drugs within the ward/department in line with Trust Policy and local Standard Operating Procedures.

• Inform the Nurse or Therapist in Charge of changes in circumstances which may affect safe and competent practice.

• Ensure that all patient care is documented accurately and legible and that information systems are maintained in a timely manner.

• Work collaboratively with outside agencies.

• Be aware of and utilise other statutory and voluntary agencies that can provide appropriate care for patients.

Management/ Organisational Responsibilities

• Ensure effective and efficient use of all unit resources.

• Provide leadership to all members of the unit promoting effective teamwork.

• Be responsible for monitoring staffing levels and the skill mix to ensure that this is appropriate to meet the needs of patients and taking initial action to rectify any identified deficits through service Unit lead.

• Maintain a positive approach to achievement within the team.

• Ensure adequate provision and maintenance of equipment.

• Assist with the induction of new staff and students, acting as a mentor.

• Act as a role model giving guidance and support to relevant staff and students.

• Participate in problem solving related to work organisation.

• To ensure that patients and carers are aware of their current and ongoing health needs.

• To participate and promote clinical supervision

• Qualifications

   

  Essential

  • Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register

  Desirable

  • Working towards Degree

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.

  • Experience of working with patients with multiple pathologies and developing and delivering care plans designed to meet their needs

  Desirable

  • Appropriate short clinical skills e.g. venepuncture

  Skills, Ability and Knowledge

  Essential

  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft

  • Up to date knowledge of current clinical/professional issues

  • Ability to maintain and improve standards of care

  • Experience of audit.

  • Knowledge and understanding of learner needs

  • Understanding or resource management.

  Desirable

  • Experience of resource management

  • Experience of audit research.

  Personal Attributes and Behaviours

  Essential

  • Self-awareness

  • Flexible/positive approach to work

  • Able to work collaboratively as part of a team

  • Ability to identify with the Trust commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults

  • Value and respect the privacy and dignity for patients

  • Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

  • Enthusiastic and able to work under pressure

  Communication

  Essential

  • Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language

  Personal and People Development

  Essential

  • Evidence of relevant experience and development

  • Support staff

  Desirable

  • Willing to undertake appropriate training

  Other

  Essential

  • Able to make own travel arrangements to meet the needs of the service