Professional Responsibilities To deputise for the Ward Manager and liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team both within the organisation and with external stakeholders, to ensure care is delivered tothe patient both effectively and efficiently. Communicate proactively with all staff on the clinical condition and treatment plan of patientsand ensures accurate nursing records are maintained by all staff. Education, Training & Development Has a well development clinical understanding and practice with effective assessment skills. Provides clinical advice as required to staff, carers and junior colleagues which promotesclinical practice and reduces risk to patients. Management Responsibilities Responsible for leading and co-ordinating the ward/department in the absence of the Ward/Department Manager. To assist with the management of the nursing team, under the direction of the ward Manager/ Matron. Professional and Legal Responsibilities To be conversant with policies and procedures relating to Fire and Health and Safety. To report all accidents and complaints in accordance with agreed policies and assist in investigations of complaints and accidents as required. Care and Compassion The post holder must be able to actively demonstrate and proactively deliver effective and personal care, which is safe for the patients, in a calm and compassionate manner to every patient, every time. This should be at the core of all planning which actively involves the patient and whereappropriate, their relatives /carers. With the ability to escalate areas of interprofessional and multiagency care concerns to the ward manager, Matron or Deputy/Chief Nurse in a timely manner.