The post-holder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse on the recovery ward and catheter lab in the Cardiac Diagnostic Centre. The role provides patient-centred care, supports clinical procedures and works as part of the multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
* Support clinical procedures, protocols and guidelines to ensure effective service delivery.
* Collaborate with the MDT team, delegated by the Nurse in Charge.
* Maintain high standards of nursing care and a positive patient experience before, during and after procedures.
* Record vital signs, blood glucose and other monitoring data.
* Assist with ward cleanliness, clinical waste and sharps disposal.
* Document patient records accurately in written and electronic formats.
* Use equipment within the own department under direction of the nurse in charge.
* Answer telephone, take messages and refer to the nurse in charge.
* Unpack and check stores, undertake cleaning and correct storage of equipment.
* Communicate compassionately, maintain confidentiality and use empathetic techniques.
* Observe, assess and respond to personal care needs, escalating concerns as required.
* Deliver personal care duties and support activities of daily living (mouth care, hygiene, toileting).
* Manoeuvre patient equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs safely.
* Undertake delegated procedures under supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
* Support patient feeding, diet and nutrition intake, report changes to nursing staff.
* Manage patient property and monitor supplies for the department.
* Contribute to the learning environment for new starters.
* Maintain a safe, healthy working environment and act in the best interest of individuals.
* Work in partnership with families, carers and the wider healthcare team.
* Maintain and develop skills and knowledge through learning activities and appraisal participation.
* Participate in team handovers.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
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