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Bank - Registered Nurse Paediatrics - Band 5
The closing date is 31 May 2025
1. To ensure that an individual programme of care is planned, implemented and evaluated for each patient within own sphere of responsibility.
2. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care to the patients.
3. To act as team leader including taking charge of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager/Deputy Ward Manager.
4. To participate in all relevant aspects of Governance.
5. The post holder will adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct at all times and ensure compliance with hospital policies.
6. To act as a positive role model at all times.
Main duties of the job
Key working Relationships
Act at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Ensure all nursing records are completed in accordance with Southend Hospital policies and NMC standards for records and record keeping.
Main Duties
Make a thorough assessment of the patient's needs and document these in accordance with Trust policies.
Formulate a plan of care based on the identified needs of the patient, taking into account current evidence-based research findings.
Ensure that all the care planned is delivered to the patient at the highest possible standard. Evaluate and document nursing actions and alter the care plan in accordance with the changing needs of the patient.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best. To achieve this, we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Experience is important, but outlook is also crucial — if you are dynamic, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic, we want you to join us.
We offer a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, and the chance to develop your career with access to appropriate training and support to succeed and progress.
Job responsibilities
Make a thorough assessment of the patient's needs and document these in accordance with Trust policies.
Formulate a plan of care based on the identified needs of the patient, taking into account current evidence-based research findings.
Ensure that all the care planned is delivered to the patient at the highest possible standard. Evaluate and document nursing actions and alter the care plan in accordance with the changing needs of the patient.
Act as an advocate for the patient at all times and promote patient health through education.
Proactively communicate and liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team on matters affecting patient care.
Ensure the rights of patients are respected at all times and assist in providing information, enabling informed decisions about their care.
Commence discharge planning on admission, coordinate through to the safe discharge of patients from hospital, as per Southend University Hospital NHS Trust Discharge Policy.
Identify and plan appropriate interventions that contribute to high staff morale and good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team, in conjunction with the Ward Manager/Deputy Ward Manager.
Contribute positively to the process of change within the ward.
Contribute to reducing healthcare-associated infections by maintaining high standards of infection control practice, based on research, current evidence, and legislation.
Adhere to the Trust Policies and Guidelines for the Safe Handling, Administration, Storage, and Custody of Medicinal Products.
Please see attached JD for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NMC registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
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