The Junior Sister will maintain a nursing culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovations. The Junior Sister will: Strive for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care. Participate within the ward team including the delegation of work on a day to day basis for junior staff. Act as clinical expert providing specialist knowledge and advice to both nurses and medical staff working within the unit. Organise own workload and support junior staff to time manage and prioritise. Plan and manage skill mix to reflect the workload and meet the needs of the patients, including using the e-rostering system effectively. Actively participate in the department budget and with support from matron exercise care and economy in the ordering and use of supplies/ equipment. Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff. Lead by example, motivate and empower others. Promote effective communication when liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and work effectively as part of team. Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust, always promoting the best clinical and professional practice. Create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships and collaborative working within the ward/ department and across professional boundaries with the Trust. Recognise areas of conflict and assist in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment. Take responsibility for maintaining staff records e.g. sickness, annual leave, taking appropriate action where necessary. Take responsibility in the orientation/ induction of new staff, nursing students, allied health professionals and medical staff. Mentor and supervise pre and post registered staff; demonstrate procedures to pre and post registered nursing staff without direct supervision, always promoting a high standard of best practice, quality nursing care. Ensure that nursing practices comply with Trust policies and procedures and are maintained at the highest standard. Within the frame of clinical governance, to be proactive in responding to and investigating complaints, clinical and non-clinical incidents to ensure robust systems are in place for informing and improving evidence based practice. Respond to patient, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take action as required. Assist in maintaining a safe clinical environment through participation in risk management processes, through audit, risk assessment, managing, reporting and investigating incidents. Maintain an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Participate in supporting individual performance review processes. Foster good relationships to achieve and maintain high morale and for both staff and patients. Provide feedback to the matron nurse on individual staff progression or identify any concerns and document. Monitor health, safety and security of self and others and promote best practice in the clinical area. Act as an innovative, enthusiastic role model providing leadership, guidance and advice to staff on operational and professional issues promoting an open and honest and transparent culture.