Detailed job description and main 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.
To act as an advocate for the patient at all times and promote patient health through education
Pro-actively 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 the provision of information,
enabling informed decisions to be made about their care.
To commence discharge planning on admission, co-ordinate through to the safe discharge of
patients from hospital, as per Southend University Hospital NHS Trust Discharge Policy.
In conjunction with the Ward Manager/Deputy Ward Manager, identify and plan appropriate
interventions that contribute to high staff morale and good working relationships with all members
of the multidisciplinary team.
Positively contribute to the process of change within the ward.
Contribute to the reduction of healthcare acquired infection by ensuring a high standard of infection
control practice in the light of research, current best 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
Essential criteria
* NMC registration
Expereince
Essential criteria
* Paediatrics experience
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
* Registered Nurse JD (PDF, 177.5KB)
* Privacy Policy (PDF, 441.0KB)
* AFC Pay Poster 25/26 (PDF, 32.3KB)
* Behaviours Framework (JPG, 298.0KB)
* Medical Payscales 2/2025 (PDF, 187.5KB)
* Applicant MS Teams Checklist (PDF, 560.5KB)