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We are seeking enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurses to join our dynamic 34-bedded Linnet Acute Medical Unit (LAMU). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment delivering high-quality care to patients with a wide range of acute medical conditions.
Job Responsibility:
Plan, deliver and evaluate compassionate nursing care to meet the patients individualised activities of daily living and health needs
Ensure the highest standards of care and safety are maintained
To support the nurse in charge with the day to day planning, the delivery of a high quality nursing service and the continuous improvement of that service
To ensure effective communication is achieved and maintained of sensitive information, with regard to the patient assessments and clinical details
To act as a role model, ensuring high quality, professional standards are maintained and delivered at all times
To document observations, assessments, results, decisions and actions
Provide legible and comprehensive patient records to agreed Trust and NMC standards and guidelines
To develop and maintain effective communication links with all levels of staff within the Trust and external agencies
To participate in the audit cycle of clinical practices and procedures including infection prevention & control initiatives
Assist in the monitoring and protecting of groups and individuals whose health and well-being may be at risk e.g. vulnerable adults
Promote and maintain the dignity and privacy of patients at all times
To participate and contribute appropriately in research, service modernisation, clinical governance and National Service Frameworks
To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge and accountability, clinical skills, competencies and professional awareness in accordance with re-evaluation requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice
Actively encourage service users & carers for feedback and work with the outpatient team to develop action plans to address issues
To promote best practice and monitor support workers practice
To assist in the orientation and support of new staff and students to the unit, working together as a team
To act as a role model and promote the Trusts STAR values
Requirements:
Current/live registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council
Evidence of continuing professional development
First Level Registered Nurse
Recent experience nursing patients in an acute / community setting or recently completed a Return to Nursing course
Able to demonstrate effective consolidation of nursing knowledge and practice after qualification and Preceptorship
Working within a multi-disciplinary team environment
Experience within a range of patient/client care groups
Nice to have:
Diploma/Degree qualification
Qualification or experience in teaching and assessing