KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. In liaison with the Clinical Lead/Matron, Service Manager and Director to set objectives for the delivery of care within the area and to devise ways of implementing and monitoring these. 2. To work closely with the Executive Nurse in developing nursing practice across inpatient wards. 3. To have knowledge/understanding of the legislation likely to be encountered as part of the role e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, as amended in 2007, Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity act 2005, Access to Information Act 1986, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. 4. To ensure full compliance with standards laid out in the Trusts care plan policy and procedure. 5. In coordination with the Clinical Lead/Matron, Service Manager and Director report and investigate incidents, complaints, accidents and ensure all appropriate documentation is completed and submitted to the Director as soon as possible after the incident. 6. Participate in and evaluate audit and research within the unit 7. To lead on infection control within the ward and ensure all Trust policies are adhered to 8. Inform Clinical Lead/Matron, Service Manager and Director on all breaches of nursing professional conduct as required by the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. 9. To be responsible for updating own knowledge of contemporary learning disabilities & mental health services and a commitment to continuing ones own personal career development in line with Trust Appraisal and Development Policy.