Participate in the assessment, implementation and delivery of individualised patient care seeking guidance where appropriate. Report on the condition of patients to the Clinical Leader/Medical staff, assisting them in ascertaining treatments and ensuring these are carried out. Ensure that all patients' data is accurately recorded. Ensure that all patients have nutritional assessments and that individual needs are fully met.
Be responsible for the control and custody of all medication and drugs in accordance with Trust policy. Administer drugs as prescribed, checking and witnessing controlled drugs. Ensure safe and effective discharge planning, involving the multidisciplinary team as necessary. Take charge of a group of patients, considering patient/relative/carers' wishes.
Ensure that all patients' needs are identified and programmes of care are implemented to meet individual needs. Deliver best practice care and work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Act as a role model, demonstrating appropriate behaviour, attitudes, conduct, and appearance.
Maintain correct standards of uniform and personal appearance, as indicated in the Dress Code & Uniform Policy. Report and take action on any accidents, incidents, or undue occurrences reported or witnessed. Actively manage risks, in line with Trust and Directorate policy, ensuring your role positively influences key performance indicators. Seek consistently to improve nursing practice in line with evidence, recent best practice innovations, and new developments.
Proactively manage ward-level complaints and report to senior staff so they can be dealt with according to Trust Policy. Maintain flexibility with staff rosters to provide cover with the optimum skill mix, making best use of available resources. Address patient/relative complaints proactively and provide a supportive role to the ward manager to ensure the smooth running of the ward.
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