Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programs of evidence based nursing care.
Provide expert advice and support in clinical practice by varying methods of communication.
Participate in the education and training of other staff members.
Be a role model for all staff through provision of high standards of professional practice.
Work collaboratively and co cooperatively with clinical colleagues to develop services and quality of care delivered within varying environments.
Main duties of the job
- Perform comprehensive assessment of patient nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs.
- Collect, collate, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patient records.
- Involve patients/carers and relatives in the planning and delivery of care.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/relatives and professionals across health and social services.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and treatment protocols.
- Demonstrate specialist knowledge in relation to the CSF pathway, treatments and surgical procedures.
