To adhere to the Trusts agreed policies and procedures. To promote and develop equality of opportunity in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy. To protect the confidentiality of information relating to the Trust, patient and staff or other agencies. To provide a quality service to internal and external agencies and participate/develop clinical governance within sphere of responsibility. To share responsibility for abiding by Health & Safety policies and regulations and acting in accordance with the Risk Management Policy. To develop the assessment, development, implementation and delivery of agreed standard of nursing care. To provide basic, intermediate and advanced patient care. To ensure that all nursing records and documents are completed accurately and legibly in line with Record Keeping Policy. To discharge patients following the Trusts Discharge Policy. To assist the ward manager to ensure all staff are aware of prevention and control of infection and to ensure agreed standard for ward cleanliness by reporting any concerns to the ward manager. To develop innovative practices using research-orientated approach. To act as an advocate for patient and protect their rights and dignity. To work at an advanced clinical level and be a role model for all staff. Manage the clinical area in the absence of more senior staff to ensure effective communication between all MDT to ensure safe management of patients.