Job Description

We are looking for a Ward Clerk to join our fantastic Florence Nightingale Ward team.



You will be responsible for providing comprehensive clerical and administrative support to Ward Managers, Medical and Nursing staff; including any other mutually agreed duties to maintain the smooth running of the ward.



If you are a well organised, pro-active individual seeking your next challenge - please apply today!



To greet and welcome all persons entering the ward, checking identification of staff requiring access to patient information.



To answer the telephone correctly by adhering to the Trusts telephone protocol. To understand and give messages received to the appropriate person, i.e. Ward Manager or Nurse in charge.



Maintain good communication and relationships with patients/carers, members of the MDT and nurses in consultation with Ward Manager.



Liaise with other wards and departments as required to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records



Attend and participate in Ward/Directorate meetings



To know all aspects of the ward environment



Prepare notes for ward rounds, ensuring patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.



Ensure that the trolley is organised and supplied with necessary forms, as well as patient case notes.



Ensure the ward bed state is up to date and correct on a daily basis by entering admissions, on EPR and Teletracking



Ensure that all medical case notes are tracked into the ward using the correct procedures on EPR



Organise transport for patients if required



Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.



We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust



Are you looking for an exciting Ward Clerk role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.



For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.



We look forward to your application.



Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.