To assist the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse in the smooth and effective management of the ward. To provide leadership and direction for staff within the ward/department to promote the delivery of safe and effective care.
Responsibilities
* Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times.
* Develop good interpersonal relationships with patients, relatives and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
* Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team including community staff to ensure adequate discharge planning and continuity of care.
* In the absence of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to be responsible for the effective management of the ward.
* To support the professional development of nursing staff.
Skills and Qualifications
* A Level 1 Registered Nurse (Adult) on the live NMC Register.
* 2 years post registration experience working in a Medical / older people’s medical setting.
* Ability to apply structured methods to evaluate care and practice including audit and other service improvement processes.
* Relevant qualifications over and above the minimum.
* Please visit www.jobs.hscni.net to see Job Description and Personnel Specification.
Further Information
Location: Ward 40, Altnagelvin Area Hospital, Glenshane Road Londonderry BT47 6SB.
Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 04 Sep 2025
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