Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job decription & person specification.

·       To adhere to the main standard of performance for patient care, within the concepts of the accepted nursing philosophy, ‘The Guide’ and good customer care.

·       To carry out all relevant forms of nursing care without direct supervision.

·       To manage a group of patients ensuring effective communication with the nurse in charge.

·       To liaise with clinicians, other professionals and community staff as appropriate co-ordinating and maintaining care which will achieve the set standards.

·       To ensure that the following standards are met and that this can be demonstrated.

a)    Respect for privacy, dignity and religious and cultural beliefs

b)    Information to relatives and friends about the progress of treatment subject to the patient’s wishes

c)     A named qualified nurse must be allocated and be responsible for each patients’ care

d)    Discharge of patients from hospital must comply with agreed standards which include prior consultation with agencies such as community nursing services and local authority social services departments

·       To be aware of the ward budget in order to achieve a safe and cost-effective service within the constraints of the agreed budget.

·       To ensure care provided is evidence based and in line with the Trusts policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

·       To act as a second mentor and participate in teaching pre-registration students, Healthcare assistants and supporting National Vocational Qualifications as required ensuring they are given adequate supervision and support.

·       To be required to use any computer system purchased by the Trust providing appropriate training given.

·       To set an example of professional work and behaviour and may be required to take charge as part of an on-going experience in a learning situation.

·       To participate in any other duties that you may be asked to undertake by senior nursing staff.

The Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is committed to the development and support of newly registered professionals. Its overarching aim is to support newly registered practitioners to make a safe and successful transition into their new role. As a newly qualified nurse you will be supported through a year-long preceptorship programme which has been structured to include the fourteen elements set within the Health Education England Preceptorship Standards, and has at its core the Trust values of caring together, learning together, excelling together and continuously improving.

We also offer rotational opportunities to enable you to develop your skills and professional portfolio.

As a registered, accountable and autonomous nurse to act in the best interests of your patients at all times and take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions. To be responsible for patient assessment, planning of care, implementing and supervising safe and compassionate care, and evaluating the effectiveness of care. As an NMC registrant facilitate learning and development of others. You will demonstrate leadership qualities and be open, transparent and trustworthy. As a Trust employee act with integrity and uphold the values and beliefs of the Trust and the NMC Code of Conduct.

To provide a high standard of individualised patient care reflecting individual competencies and education that involves relatives/carers as appropriate. To be responsible for the nursing care of a defined group of patients. To assist in the management and organisation of the nursing service in the clinical area including the teaching and management of more junior staff or those in training.