Provides direct patient care under supervision to critically or acutely unwell adults within the ECU. The post holder will develop specialist skills in the care of critically or acutely unwell post-operative patients to include assessment, delivery and evaluation of care. Ensures the implementation of protocols and guidelines within own nursing practice.Facilitating the delivery of high quality evidence based care while working in close relationship with the Northwick Park and Ealing ICUWill assist Critical Care lecturer practitioner by acting as coach to students or other health care workers (HCW) attached to the ECUThe post holder will rotate to the Intensive Care Units for skills development and enhancements on the first six months in post. The Post holder can be trained to become a Critical Care Practitioner if so desire and on completion of service competencies Participates in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices within ECU and ICU. Accepts a positive culture towards a standard of competence in own practice. Reports any deficiencies in equipment or supplies to the shift leader in a timely manner. Reports untoward incidents/complaints to the shift leader and using the Trusts reporting system. Ensures the maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others. Contributes to the retention of staff within the ECU and the ICU. ***Please see attached job description for full duties and responsibilities***