Overview
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care. Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the ward manager/charge nurse. Following successful completion of foundation gateway will be required to take charge of ward/department for a span of duty. The post holder will always work within the NMC's Code of Professional Conduct. Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care.
Responsibilities
* Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.
* Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust Guidelines.
* Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit.
* Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.
* Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.
* Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.
* To develop clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes.
* To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies.
* Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivering of care.
* Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/department multidisciplinary team.
Staff Bank positions
The StaffBank for Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust are seeking enthusiastic Midwives to join our pool of Staff Bank workers. There are many full-time roles available but the exact roles change; the roles available will be provided after Hiring & Recruitment is complete. Depending on relevant NHS experience, higher banding/rates can be discussed.
Training and eligibility
Please be aware there are several modules of practical trainings that may be required before you can begin to work via the bank. These trainings are unpaid:
* Prompt Study Day Including NLS Practical (1 Year)
* CTG Practical (1 year)
* Infant Feeding Practical (3 years)
* Safeguarding Children Level 3 Practical (3 years)
* Safeguarding Adults Level 3 Practical (3 years)
Values and mission
At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, we value respect and place it at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. Our mission: "TO PUT THE PATIENT FIRST BY DELIVERING GREAT CARE TO EVERY PATIENT, EVERY DAY." We offer staff benefits and training schemes, and welcome applicants who share our values.
Pay
For new entrants into the NHS, pay under Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands will normally be set at the minimum of the pay band as advertised.
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