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Job Description: RGN Physical Healthcare Nurse
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* Facilitating physical healthcare plans/treatments to patients to maintain their optimum level of physical well-being.
* Supporting staff to ensure routine and ad hoc tests (e.g., blood screening for Denzapine/Lithium) are carried out as prescribed, with results recorded appropriately within Carenotes.
* Ensuring routine testing for long-term conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes) is conducted as prescribed, with results documented in line with latest national guidance.
* Leading the development and review of all care plans for physical health to ensure clear interventions are in place and being met.
* Ensuring all patients have their ECGs as prescribed by the Consultant, with evidence documented on Carenotes.
* Leading staff education regarding Naso-gastric tube feeding, ensuring adherence to prescriptions from dietitians, and updating care plans accordingly.
* Leading smoking cessation initiatives, facilitating ward groups to promote patient well-being.
* Attending monthly ICR meetings to contribute to the development and review of physical healthcare plans.
* Chairing the Hospital's Healthy Living Group, promoting topics such as Obesity, Smoking Cessation, and Exercise on a monthly basis.
* Serving as the named lead for infection control within the hospital, providing professional advice, education, and support across all areas.
* Undertaking audits and facilitating educational workshops on best practices in physical healthcare treatments.
* Supporting immunisation programs, including flu vaccines and routine childhood vaccinations, ensuring timely delivery.
* Offering healthcare and health promotion across various conditions for staff.
* Collaborating with families and professionals to foster a positive approach to healthy living.
What you will be doing
* Facilitating physical healthcare plans and treatments to patients to maintain their physical well-being.
* Supporting staff in conducting prescribed routine and ad hoc tests, recording results in Carenotes.
* Leading the development and review of physical health care plans, ensuring interventions meet patient needs.
* Ensuring ECGs are performed and documented as prescribed.
* Educating staff on Naso-gastric tube feeding and updating care plans accordingly.
* Leading smoking cessation efforts and promoting physical health topics.
* Participating in ICR meetings and chairing the Healthy Living Group.
* Providing advice and support for infection control and conducting audits.
* Facilitating educational sessions on healthcare best practices.
* Supporting immunisation initiatives and health promotion activities.
* Working with families and professionals to promote healthy living.
To be successful as a RGN Physical Healthcare Nurse, you’ll need
* Hold a full and valid NMC registration – evidence required.
* A minimum of 3 years post-registration experience.
* Experience in NG Feeding & Phlebotomy.
* Experience in training others.
* An understanding of eating disorders and mental health.
* Experience working with young people is desirable.
Benefits
* Annual salary of £38,000
* £3,000 Welcome Bonus
* Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (occasional weekend work may be required)
* 33 days annual leave plus your birthday off
* Free meals and parking
* Wellbeing support and activities
* Career development and training
* Pension contribution
* Life Assurance
* Enhanced Maternity Package
* Flexible working opportunities
Additional benefits include retail discounts, special offers, and more.
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