Bank Registered Staff Nurse
who shares our ambition and vision to deliver the
Best of Care by the Best People
and has the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff. Main duties of the job
Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge. Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Job responsibilities
To act as advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient-oriented approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines. To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines. Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals. Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness. Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursing assessments and devise a plan of care. Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a person's nursing requirements. Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs. Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards. Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ascertain treatments and advise on nursing priorities. Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and wellbeing and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained. Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriately. To be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication. Professional Responsibilities
Is wholly accountable for his/her practice in line with the NMC Code and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence. Will act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines and Policies including Health and Safety initiatives. Person Specification
Qualifications
RN1/RN2/RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality. Evidence of continuing professional development. Skills and Knowledge
Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care. Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues. Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice. Competent in basic life support. Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products. Able to work as an effective team member. Able to prioritise and meet deadlines. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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