Job Description

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - To assess patients needs and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care. - To organise the delivery of nursing care, deploying staff effectively. - To be aware of, and communicate to team members, changes to patient information and treatment plans, both verbally and in writing. - To adhere to NMC standards of record keeping.



To assist the Ward Sister in setting, monitoring and maintaining standards of care. - To participate in nursing audit and service improvement activities eg Essence of Care - To be aware of resource constraints and the importance of working within budget. - To provide advice and act as role model to other members of the team. - To be proactive in managing risk and maintaining patient safety. To supervise the work of nursing support staff, ensuring tasks undertaken have been delegated appropriately. - To contribute to the day-to-day management of the Directorate, co-operating with colleagues to provide an appropriate level of nursing service and to address bed management issues.- To participate in education and training of junior staff. - To involve patients/carers in the planning and delivery of care. - To participate in clinical supervision. To assist in resolving conflict and defusing situations where appropriate. - To promote a positive and professional image of nursing at all times. We offer great opportunities to develop advanced nursing skills and abilities. You will gain competencies in the following clinical skills: Tracheostomy care Non-invasive ventilation Chest Drain Management Oxygen therapy End of life care The ward can be an extremely busy and challenging environment however it is a friendly, supportive place to work and we are proud of our team and of the care we deliver.

The ward team has excellent support from the Consultant Respiratory Physicians and has a good working relationship with the Respiratory Nurse Specialists. Dont worry if you are newly qualified as we will support you in developing your Respiratory knowledge & skills through our team of supportive staff & formal education programme with Consultant Respiratory Physicians, Specialist Respiratory Nurses and the wider multi-disciplinary team