Job Description

Ensure that accurate records and information systems are maintained. Ensure the safe control, custody and administration of all drugs within the Unit in accordance with Trust Policies and national legislation. Assist the Unit manager to ensure that clinical/nursing practices accurately reflect the departmental philosophy. Inform Senior Practitioner/Unit Manager if there is a change in circumstance, which may affect safe and competent practice.



Assist the Senior Practitioner to actively lead in the development of their specialised areas within the Unit. Assist the Unit Manager to ensure self and others attend mandatory training sessions as required. Able to demonstrate relevant IT and keyboard skills to enable electronic data collection and communication. Effectively communicate with all disciplines, patients/clients and relatives.



Ensure DATIX are completed and acted upon and the manager is informed accordingly. Assist the Senior Practitioners to effectively lead a multidisciplinary team under pressure in, at times, a highly stressful environment, including emergency situations as required. Ensure the security of the working area is maintained. Ensure the provision of a safe working environment for the staff, patients and visitors at all times in line with the Health and Safety at work act.



Attend routine departmental meetings. Ensure adequate stock levels of consumables are maintained and order equipment and supplies as delegated.