• The Band 6 Rehabilitation Sister is responsible for providing the individualised care of patients in ward based environment, has day to day accountability for the quality of care delivered in their department.
• Working in partnership with other professionals and agencies, with patients, families and carers in assessing, planning and implementing an individualised rehabilitation programme specific to the person’s needs.
• Provides nursing expertise, evidence based practice and Clinical Leadership to the Rehabilitation team.
• Support the organisational developments, delivery of quality care and management of the department through partnership working within the Clinical leadership team.
• Facilitate learning and development of the rehabilitation team through education.
• Will deliver person centred plans of care e.g. assisting patients with achieving activities of daily living, to ensure Rehabilitation goals are met.
• Provide clinical nursing expertise to the management of individual needs e.g. Continence, Tissue Viability.
• Assess the health and health related needs of patients, clients, their families and other carers and identifies and initiates appropriate steps for effective care for individuals and their families.
• Contribute to the interdisciplinary team in monitoring the patient’s progress and ensuring that goals are a true reflection of the individuals needs, taking into consideration their choices and preferences.
• Work in partnership with core disciplines to plan and implement treatment plans relating to individuals health needs, using skills in clinical assessment, decision making and prescribing.
• Ensure that wherever Nurse Prescribing is undertaken the nurse prescribing policy is adhered to.
• Assess diagnose and treat specific conditions in accordance with agreed nursing and medical protocols.
• Assess and manage critical and clinical events to ensure safe and effective
• Consider the changing needs of the patient in relation to environment
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
This advert closes on Monday 30 Sep 2024
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