Clinical Responsibilities - To assess individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate care given to patients in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team. - To ensure that communication with patients and significant others is established and maintained to provide appropriate information regarding care and treatment. - To prioritise own work and that of others to ensure that patient care is managed effectively and safely - Maintain accurate and comprehensive nursing records, using appropriate documentation and IT systems; ensuring adherence to NMC guidelines. - Support the implementation and evaluation of quality initiatives at ward level. - Ensure that nursing practice reflects current clinical developments and is based on current evidence based practice and accurately reflects the wards philosophy. - In support of the ward manager will assist in the review and update of procedures and protocols relating to the care of patients. Management Responsibilities - In the absence of the ward manager be responsible for the day-to-day effective and efficient management of nursing, clerical and support staff within your area of remit. - Responsible for monitoring the workload/patient acuity within the ward on a daily basis to ensure that nursing manpower is adequate to provide a safe standard of nursing care - To resolve conflict at ward level, defusing situations where possible. - To participate in staff induction. - To ensure there is effective communication systems in place to allow staff to keep abreast of developments in the organisation. - To be familiar with the Health & Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications and ensure that ward and Trust policies are followed. Leadership Responsibilities - To act as an appropriate and effective role model at all times. - To act as an effective mentor and preceptor and support other ward staff in performing this role - To act as a resource, supporting and motivating staff members. - To keep abreast of and participate in, local and Trust initiatives. Educational Responsibilities - To promote a learning environment that facilitates the development of staff enabling staff to develop to their full potential. - To assist in the facilitation of teaching and clinical assessment of pre and post registration nurses and health care assistants. - To be involved with the dissemination of information regarding new or updated clinical practices, guidelines and policies to all ward nursing staff.