Staff Nurse - AMU

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES

To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of individualised care

To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy

To participate in the developing and monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner

To always be caring, approachable and display a consistently professional manner

Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy

CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain Professional Registration

Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice

Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines

In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal

To report and record any untoward incidents

To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all staff, patients and relatives and other departments as required

To have responsibility for the security and maintenance of equipment belonging to the department. Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department Resource Co-ordinator

To assist the Nurse Coordinator in achievement of key performance indicators for the department and the Trust

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

To utilise knowledge or hospital systems/procedures in order to appropriately divert/refer patients to alternative/appropriate services and pathways

To ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance and Trust policy and procedure

Ensure Patient Tracking IT system is current and reflective of patients in his/her care

TEACHING & TRAININGRESPONSIBILITIES

To facilitate the acquisition of Band 5 grade competencies and skills

To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for future registration purposes

To participate in the teaching of students and the in-service training of qualified nurses and health care assistants and act as facilitator/mentor/preceptor as appropriate

LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To act as a preceptor for newly qualified staff nurses

To deputise for the senior nurse where necessary

To act as a role model to junior colleagues and students and a support mechanism for senior colleagues

RESEARCH & AUDIT

To participate in research/special projects/audit as requested by the Senior Nursing Team

Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by participating in Department audits

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration (RGN)

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of the skills required to undertake the role
• Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Desirable

• Post registration experience within an acute setting
• Previous experience in Acute Medicine

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively
• Triage skills

Other

Essential

• Flexible approach to working pattern

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

Employer's website

https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)