Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, work with all members of the multidisciplinary team, to contribute to the provision of the highest standards of patient care.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NCH&C’s Values and Behaviour Framework.
This job description is to be read in conjunction with the core skills list for this particular role.
To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the Registered Nurse (RN)
To carry out duties as specified within the trust’s Approved Core Task List for Clinical Support Worker
To report to registered staff any patient that gives cause for concern or any observed changes in a patient’s clinical condition
To support patient’s emotional well-being by supporting positive conversations, actively encouraging participation in ward-based activities
To accurately document all care delivered to patients, including recording documentation electronically on trust systems maintaining confidentiality at all times.
To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care. Be aware of role in emergency situations and what actions should be undertaken.
To be aware of and adhere to all trust policies / procedures / nursing guidelines when undertaking any activities.
To make patients welcome to the clinical area and participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.
Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care.
To keep the clinical area clean and tidy maintaining a safe environment
To adhere to trust infection control procedures.
To assist in the preparation of patients and equipment for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by a RN.
To chaperone/escort patients to other clinical departments and or NHS Units under the direction of the RN.
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To welcome patients, visitors, and relatives to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication and respond appropriately.
To answer the telephone, when necessary, in a polite courteous manner and respond appropriately within remit and pass on enquiries to the Registered Nurse.
Communicate effectively within the nursing team, multi-disciplinary team and other departments to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.
To contribute to the handover of the care of patients within the team under the direct supervision of a RN maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Report and record using the trust’s systems (Datix) of all incidents, accidents, and complaints to the senior nurse on duty.
Use the System One and ICE and other trust systems as required by the clinical area.
This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Sep 2024
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