TRAINING AND EDUCATION Participate in contributing to the continuing development of the States of Guernsey philosophy, training/education. To undertake in-house annual mandatory training in Manual Handling, Basic Life Support, Fire Safety and AED training. To undertake the role of health promoter and educator for patients/clients and their families/significant others. To maintain and develop own skills to promote evidence-based practice. To participate in clinical supervision. Act as a key figure in assisting new staff complete orientation and induction programmes. To assist in the learning, development and assessment of unregistered staff, junior staff and learners. Through the avenue of formal appraisal and performance interviews agree targets that enhance professional development to meet personal and organisational objectives. To undertake a formal mentorship role if an appropriate qualification is held. LEADERSHIP/MANAGERIAL In liaison with team leader, gain experience in providing leadership to junior staff. To co-ordinate ward activities on a regular basis. COMMUNICATION To co-ordinate complex discharge arrangements through communication with multidisciplinary team members and associated agencies. To give due consideration to language and cultural differences of both patients/clients/relatives/significant others and colleagues. To communicate effectively with patients/clients and significant others. This could include patients/clients with reduced consciousness levels (including intoxication and trauma), violent and aggressive behaviour and support the bereaved. AUDIT/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY To participate in clinical audit as required in department. With training, access organisational electronic information systems relevant to the role. HEALTH AND SAFETY Take all possible steps to safeguard the welfare and safety of patients, staff and personal self in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work (General) Guernsey 1987 document. Report accidents and untoward incidents to appropriate personnel and complete relevant documentation. Observe safe moving and handling policies, procedures and guidelines including location and effective use of equipment. Safely undertake approved moving and handling techniques. Ensure safe use and maintenance of ward equipment giving due regard to associated risk, health and safety and decontamination procedures. Understand the purpose of the Health and Social Services Major Incident Procedure and in particular the role of the nurse in charge of own work location.