Bank - Registered Nurse Paediatrics - Band 5NHS
Job summary
JOB SUMMARY - Paediatrics Specific
- To ensure that an individual programme of care is planned, implemented and evaluated for each patient within own sphere of responsibility.
- To work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care to the
- To act as team leader including taking charge of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager/Deputy Ward
- To participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance
- The post holder will adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct at all times and ensure compliance with hospital policies and
- To act as a positive role model at all
Main duties of the job
Key working Relationships
Act at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Ensure all nursing records are completed in accordance with Southend Hospital policies and NMC standards for records and record keeping.
Main Duties
Make a thorough assessment of the patient's needs and document these in accordance with Trust policies.
Formulate a plan of care based on the identified needs of the patient, taking into account current evidence based research findings.
Ensure that all the care planned is delivered to the patient at the highest possible standard. Evaluate and document nursing actions and alter the care plan in accordance with the changing needs of the patient.
Job description
Make a thorough assessment of the patients needs and document these in accordance with Trustpolicies.Formulate a plan of care based on the identified needs of the patient, taking into account currentevidence based research findings.Ensure that all the care planned is delivered to the patient at the highest possible standard.Evaluate and document nursing actions and alter the care plan in accordance with the changingneeds of the patient.To act as an advocate for the patient at all times and promote patient health through educationPro-actively communicate and liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team on mattersaffecting patient care.Ensure the rights of patients are respected at all times and assist in the provision of information,enabling informed decisions to be made about their care.To commence discharge planning on admission, co-ordinate through to the safe discharge ofpatients from hospital, as per Southend University Hospital NHS Trust Discharge Policy.In conjunction with the Ward Manager/Deputy Ward Manager, identify and plan appropriateinterventions that contribute to high staff morale and good working relationships with all membersof the multidisciplinary team.Positively contribute to the process of change within the ward.Contribute to the reduction of healthcare acquired infection by ensuring a high standard of infectioncontrol practice in the light of research, current best evidence and legislation.Adhere to the Trust Policies and Guidelines for the Safe Handling, Administration, Storage andCustody of Medicinal Products.
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About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.