Job responsibilities To ensure effective communication with patients, carers, visitors and staff. To make effective use of evidence based practice in day-to-day clinical practice. To implement and ensure effective use of the Mental Health act where necessary. To ensure safe standards apply to the administration of medication. To ensure adherence to policies and procedures at all times. To assist with the development and/or revision of local policies and procedures as necessary. To supervise and monitor the use of supplies and equipment ensuring supplies are adequate and used appropriately. To assist in the maintenance of financial records as necessary. To be an effective role model to all staff within the working environment. To participate in teaching programmes with all staff including students. To have an awareness of own development and training needs. To maintain a learning environment. To assist in the induction of new staff. To participate in clinical supervision with personal supervisor. To supervise/ mentor other staff. To undertake any additional duties deemed appropriate to grade. To communicate policies and procedures within the service and externally to ensure effective understanding and implementation. To maintain effective relationships with clients, their relatives, friends and carers. To maintain effective relationships with members of the Home and other statutory and voluntary agencies.