Total 433 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Penryn Campus, Penryn, TR10 9FE

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

CLINICAL/PATIENT/CLIENT CARE: Utilising basic analytical skills that take into account all facets of the childs development, the family and broader social context: Using a range of clinical skills, to assist and at times autonomously lead on assessment and treatment care needs, within a risk assessment framework for children and their families admitted to the Unit. To assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of family centred nursing care and management plans as agreed with the core team. To support the delivery of a range of daily individual and group structures to promote the therapeutic milieu of the Unit. This includes providing agreed activity groups and individual activities. To observe, communicate and at times, co-work with senior multidisciplinary team members, in the provision of a range of therapeutic approaches on an individual, group or family basis. To provide high quality clear written and verbal accounts of the childs stay in relation to the defined care and management plans. To contribute to evidence-based clinical nursing reports, for parents and multi- disciplinary professionals as agreed with the core team. To actively access and participate in the unit supervision and support process and in line with development, to provide on a shift by shift basis, the same to newly qualified/appointed nurse, support worker and student nurse staff. To follow and inform the development of policies and protocols to support evidence based clinical practice. Proactively manage telephone calls; many may be of a sensitive nature from patients/parents/carers or from other healthcare professions, all of which require a high level of patient confidentiality and sensitivity. Responsibility for providing accurate, up to date, clinical advice relating to queries into the department. MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP: Contribute to the promotion of a working culture that improves quality and efficiency within the department. To support the senior management team with the identification of more efficient ways of working within area of responsibility. To comply with all Trust and department policies and procedures. To take charge of defined shifts, supporting the team by organising and managing tasks related to the daily structure and functioning of the service. This includes leading, managing and supporting other qualified support worker and student nurse staff and structures in meeting the care needs of the patient group. To work collaboratively with the core team, taking responsibility for defined tasks, in managing the core team process, maintaining key working relationships with the child, family and multidisciplinary team. To assist the team in the ongoing provision of complex daily routines and structures in the context of a safe, healthy and therapeutic environment. To provide high quality verbal and written communications for daily reports and multidisciplinary clinical reviews. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Communicate professionally and effectively with patients/parents/carers, the general public and all internal and external agencies both verbally and non-verbally in a timely manner. Ensure diplomacy, empathy and confidentiality when dealing with distressed patients/parents/carers. Liaise with clinical and non-clinical staff to resolve any issues that may arise, to the mutual benefit of all concerned. Meet and greet external visitors to the department in a professional and polite manner. Attend and contribute to departmental meetings, team updates/debriefs etc. ANALYSIS AND JUDGEMENT SKILLS: To critically analyse and make informed judgements on clinical presentation and related care needs of the patient group on a day to day basis. To ensure comprehensive clinical risk assessment and management needs of the patient group on a day to day basis. The provision of comprehensive clinical reports when required and within locally agreed timescales. To assist the multi-disciplinary team in the debrief process, addressing any needs identified within the agreed timescales in line with tasks of the role. Exercise judgement and initiative in order to manage the workload effectively and efficiently, taking appropriate action to resolve any issues, liaising with appropriate personnel and seeking guidance from the Line Manager/clinical supervisor when required Work flexibly to ensure the needs of the service are met at all times. Ensuring required data can be captured and managed securely in line with the Information Governance and Data Quality Policies. PLANNING AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS: To plan and organise the day to day activity of the shift in the role of Nurse In Charge (NIC) and ensure key information is effectively communicated to ensure appropriate management of future shifts. To plan for/provide reports for defined cases in line with CPA/Clinical review process. When required, assist in the development and delivery of training programmes for staff/students. To support the delivery of a high quality patient care by working closely with the unit team to meet national and locally agreed targets for in-patient CAMHS. Adapt a flexible attitude to meet the needs of the service in line with day to day needs. PHYSICAL SKILLS AND DEXTERITY: Required to actively participate and at times lead on defined physical and occupational activities on an individual and group basis. Required to effectively and safely utilise a range of approaches in managing challenging behaviours which may include the use of restrictive practices in line with clinical presentation/risk for which the post holder is trained in. The post holder may be required to undertake a variety of moving/handling in line with clinical needs. The post holder will require base line keyboard skills.

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

Progress Coach – Health, Care and Education
Ref: 2425/031
Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £26,431 per annum. Plus generous benefit including:
• 45 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures) • Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
About the roleYou will focus on supporting and mentoring students to meet or exceed stretching targets, to develop as independent learners and to prepare for their next steps in education or industry.
You will undertake several functions within the role, including the delivery of individual and group tutorials and creation of resources, as well as tracking and supporting academic and personal progress; enterprise, progression and employability activities; supporting applications to higher education and employment; work experience planning, and reviewing and steering careers research; liaising with curriculum area team members and parents/carers to ensure students are focused, attending, performing well and enjoying their studies.
About the PersonYou will have:• An understanding of 16-18 and /or adult students and their needs• Experience of effective liaison and co-ordination of activities (whether in the education setting or elsewhere• High level interpersonal skills• Good time management• The ability to motivate students • An ability to use and analyse data • UCAS experience preferable
About the CollegeWe are a large, regional college serving a population across York and North Yorkshire of more than one million people. Each year, we have approximately 4,000 school leavers, 1,000 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.
Our wide range of education options span entry level programmes through to degrees, higher technical qualifications, and accredited professional courses to courses for professional development. Our apprenticeships can be studied from level 2 to level 5 across a range of different career pathways. We are the largest provider of A-Level and vocational programmes for school leavers in the region; we offer nearly 35 A-Level subjects and over 80 vocational courses, including a wide range of T-Level pathways.
We are proud to be part of a consortium of colleges and employers developing the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT), designed to increase higher level technical skills for employers.
With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.
Please visit our website: www.yorkcollege.ac.uk
Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Alison Davis adavis@yorkcollege.ac.uk.
Important NoticesPlease see the attached document for Important Notices.
Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our website www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/job-vacancies and apply using our application form.
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Closing date: 16 October 24 (9am)Interviews: 24 October 24
We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG).
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the ‘Mindful Employer’ charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.
We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with World Class Care values.To be responsible for the unsupervised assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care.To undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with Trust policies and ensurethat these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to by all staff, within own management responsibility.To contribute to the development of evidence based guidelines/policies relating to speciality.To ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing records are maintained using appropriate written and electronic documentation.To collect data and provide essential information in a timely and accurate manner when requested for e.g. audits or monitoring CQC standards.To measure patient acuity and/or dependency to inform evidence-based decision making on staffing and workforce.To monitor and record planned vs actual staffing levels and escalate issues when necessary.To be responsible for ensuring effective mechanisms are in place so that all clinical and non-clinical incidents, including serious incidents are properly reported, investigated and changes made to avoid recurrence.To establish effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to promote good communication and a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.To supervise unqualified staff, to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and resources to carry out delegated aspects of care.2. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTSTo ensure high standards of care are given to all patients, monitoring this through spot checks and clinical quality indicators outcome measures.Contribute to patient and relative feedback by undertaking daily clinical rounds with the aim of providing excellent standards of care.To collaborate in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care.To ensure communication with patients and significant others is established, ensuring empathy and reassurance regarding, assessment, care and treatment.Be accountable at all times for ensuring that safeguards are in place for patients, in particular those adults or children at risk.To facilitate early discharge planning being carried out to enable appropriate arrangements to be in place for patients leaving hospital or transferring in order to achieve a safe and timely discharge from hospital.To ensure that all patients are cared for in a clean and well-maintained clinical area, ensuring that all staff are aware that they are directly responsible for cleanliness standards when in charge and escalating issues when necessary.3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENTEnsure that all staff act in accordance with Trust policies such as InfectionPrevention and Control, Confidentiality, Health & Safety and Equal Opportunities.Assist with the development of, and implementation of, local and trust wide policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols.To be aware of the research process and current trends.In collaboration with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, audit agreed clinicalguidelines of practice, policies and benchmarks within area of clinical responsibility.Resolve any concerns about levels of care or incidents involving patients escalating to the Matron/Senior Sister and reporting via the Trusts incident reporting system.Contribute to discussions and plans regarding service improvements and initiatives.4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCESTakes an active role in the ward environment needs, being alert to possible sources of cross-infection, maintaining safe and clear walkways and bed areas, ensure fire exits remain clear and equipment and supplies are stored correctly.To be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.Accountable for efficient and economical use of ward supplies.5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGINGTake an active role in the induction and orientation of new Nursing Assistants.Demonstrates effective time management and prioritisation of workload.Demonstrates good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team.In the absence of the junior sister take charge of the wardTo develop skills to be able to investigate accidents, incidents and complaints,implementing corrective actions where necessary and in consultation. To liaise with the Senior Matron and Complaints and Clinical Risk Management Teams appropriately.Have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources within the clinical area e.g. equipment, supplies.To contribute to the planning and organising of service improvements.6. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION RESOURCESTo be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.To ensure that there is effective communication systems in place to allow staff to keep abreast of developments in the organisation including unit meetings.7. RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENTTo be aware of the research process and current trends.In collaboration with the Matron, and clinical lead, audit agreed clinical guidelines of practice, policies and benchmarks within area of clinical responsibility.

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

JOB DESCRIPTION Post Title: Practice Pharmacist Working Hours: TBC Reports to: Practice Manager & Partner (Medicines Management Lead) Staff management To provide clinical supervision and professional leadership to the medicines management staff. To be responsible for training medicines management staff to perform clinical audits around key areas of responsibility. Patient services To provide medication review services to patients via clinics in the practice, domiciliary visits and in residential and nursing homes, and to deliver pharmaceutical care plans that maximise cost-effective prescribing and improve the quality of patient care, ensuring safe, effective, rational use of medicines To produce patient information leaflets and posters and run medicine awareness projects throughout the year. Assist Partners with the appropriate monitoring and management of their prescribing budgets. To prepare evidence based resources and information to support the medicine management team and all other relevant health professionals in the implementation of rational cost-effective prescribing. To help plan, develop and support the introduction of new working processes within the practice to optimise the quality of prescribing. To implement and manage the repeat dispensing system for the practice. To update and advise of all new processes for the implementation of the repeat dispensing process to all relevant staff. This includes developing, implementing paper prescribing systems within the practice using SystmOne including reauthorising repeat prescriptions as a non-medical independent prescriber. Managing repeat prescribing reauthorisation procedures by reviewing requests for repeat prescriptions and medicines reaching their review date To review the discharge summaries received into the practice. This includes reconciling medicines following hospital discharge and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medications they need following discharge and records updated accordingly on clinical system Managing medicines queries from patients and healthcare professionals. Implementing drug alerts and withdrawals, for example, MHRA alerts Undertaking Medicines Use Reviews. To support medication review processes, including the identification and management of problematic polypharmacy Responsibility for administration To provide regular support and feedback to practice on prescribing action plans To produce quarterly reports on practice progress to the lead GP for medicines management To update and maintain accurate patient medication records on the practices clinical computer systems including advice given and action taken. To advise the primary health care team on the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs and other medicines, ensuring compliance with medicines legislation. Continuing Professional Development Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role model Complete compulsory and mandatory training Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation. Other Duties Work within the practice policies and protocols, adhere to the terms and conditions of PMS contract and abide by all current legislation and/or regulations. Work flexible hours and be able to travel independently to meet the needs of the job Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post in agreement with the Practice Management Team Communication The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Confidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Equality and diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,245.10 per annum Holidays: 25 days per year plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) Period of Notice: 1 week during probation; 4 weeks thereafter Probationary Period: 6 Months Based at: Swansea Responsible to: Mental Health & Money Advice Service Manager Mental Health & Money Advice Overview The Mental Health and Money Advice Service is the first UK-wide service to address mental and financial health together. We aim to stop the spiral of debt and mental health issues by providing online information and advice and casework provided by telephone. The service launched in November 2017, commissioned by Mental Health UK, delivered by Adferiad in Wales, Rethink in England, Support in Mind in Scotland, and Mindwise in Northern Ireland. Job Purpose: You will support people with mental illness and their carers, partner agencies with money matters. You will be the first point of contact to Mental Health and Money Advice (MHMA) service. You will triage referrals and: Provide unregulated advice and casework to people (i.e. provide them with financial capability and simple benefits advice) Refer people to the specialist Mental Health and Money Advice Advisers for more complex advice, including regulated debt advice. Signpost/refer to other forms of money support when the persons mental health needs do not warrant the intervention of MHMA. You will also support the Mental Health and Money Advisers with their casework for example supporting with correspondence. What I do and achieve: I am the first point of contact for people contacting the Mental Health and Money Advice, I use questioning skills to understand their situation including information about their mental health and finances. I use this information to triage clients, providing advice and casework within my remit or referring clients internally or externally as appropriate. I work in a coaching manner, exploring what outcomes the clients want, provide advice and casework within my remit to help them achieve their goals. I provide advice and guidance on budgeting, saving and financial capability. I provide advice and casework on welfare benefits including benefit checks and helping with guidance on initial claims. I provide advice and casework in relation to mental health issues such as accessing treatment and care. I work towards contractual targets and outcomes within agreed timescales and in line with quality standards. I can demonstrate a commitment to delivering a quality-based service where knowledge and skills are shared. I can work as part of a team to ensure smooth delivery of the service and excellent client care. I can work flexibly with an understanding that this is a new and developing service. I ensure systems and are used in a way that enables the management and on-going monitoring and evaluation of the project. I continue to develop my knowledge of mental health, welfare benefits and money advice to meet the needs of the service. I take on feedback from a variety of stakeholders and contribute to innovative changes and adaptations to service delivery. I ensure records are kept up to date and accessible to other staff and that my casework is maintained effectively, recording advice provided, actions taken and outcomes. I keep clear records of client demographics in line with service procedures. I deal with enquiries from people from diverse backgrounds including those from black and minority ethnic groups and the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, with appropriate awareness of and sensitivity to the cultural factors relevant to mental health. I keep myself up to date with information about mental health and money issues. I have the essentials covered: I can demonstrate behaviours consistent with the values of the Charity. I have experience of working with electronic case recording systems. I have experience of providing customer service over the phone. Ability to work independently as well as within a team. I have experience of working with vulnerable clients, particularly people affected by mental illness. Well-developed IT skills- comfortable using Microsoft Office packages and bespoke databases. I may also have: Experience of providing money guidance or financial capability advice. Experience in remote advice delivery e.g. telephone, email, virtual chat etc. Experience using AdvicePro database. Experience of providing telephone-based casework in debt or mental health. Experience of working directly with people affected by mental illness.

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please ensure you evidence in the Essential Criteria how you uphold the Trust Values Compassion Excellence Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

a. Undertake new patient health checks b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics g. Carry out BMI checks as directed h. Act as a chaperone as required i. When trained, undertake venepuncture j. When trained, administer flu vaccinations k. When trained, administer B12 injections, working under a PSD l. When trained, complete INR tests to include using INR star m. Procuring stock supplies, ordering at best price and rotating all stock received n. When trained, complete pre-screening checks for diabetic patients o. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurse p. Carry out ECGs as requested q. Monitoring/recalling of DMARD patients r. Ensure specimens are actioned/dealt with appropriately and ready for onward transportation s. Maintaining fridge temperature and downloading accurately as per practice policy t. Provide support during minor operations as required u. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session v. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance w. The checking/calibrating of equipment to include Urinalysis, BM and INR machines x. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy y. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Attend practice and external meetings as requested In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Health Care Assistant (HCA) may be requested to: a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Perform other clinical duties as required, within the scope of their competencies and training

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

Prescription Queries and Medication Reconciliation Work closely with the practice teams, pharmacy colleagues and patients to ensure coordinated and efficient processing of prescription requests e.g. synchronising medication, setting up electronic repeat dispensing, monitoring medicines use to prevent waste or over usage Carry out medicine reconciliations for discharge summaries, clinic letters and other transfer of care communications Work with clinicians and the pharmacy team to develop and implement robust systems for shared care prescribing and high-risk drug monitoring and other drug monitoring for optimisation of long-term conditions Update and maintain accurate and comprehensive patient medication records Working in a wider team Develop positive and professional working relationships with colleagues to ensure excellent patient care Promote best practice for medicines use including supporting training of practice teams on medicines processes and policies To respond to medication queries or requests for medicines information from patients and staff in a professional and timely manner including escalating to clinicians or senior pharmacy colleagues when necessary Work with practice teams to support the achievement of prescribing outcomes for the Quality Outcomes Framework Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Partners or Lead Clinical Pharmacist

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with World Class Care values.To be responsible for the unsupervised assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care.To undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with Trust policies and ensurethat these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to by all staff, within own management responsibility.To contribute to the development of evidence based guidelines/policies relating to speciality.To ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing records are maintained using appropriate written and electronic documentation.To collect data and provide essential information in a timely and accurate manner when requested for e.g. audits or monitoring CQC standards.To measure patient acuity and/or dependency to inform evidence-based decision making on staffing and workforce.To monitor and record planned vs actual staffing levels and escalate issues when necessary.To be responsible for ensuring effective mechanisms are in place so that all clinical and non-clinical incidents, including serious incidents are properly reported, investigated and changes made to avoid recurrence.To establish effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to promote good communication and a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.To supervise unqualified staff, to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and resources to carry out delegated aspects of care.2. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTSTo ensure high standards of care are given to all patients, monitoring this through spot checks and clinical quality indicators outcome measures.Contribute to patient and relative feedback by undertaking daily clinical rounds with the aim of providing excellent standards of care.To collaborate in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care.To ensure communication with patients and significant others is established, ensuring empathy and reassurance regarding, assessment, care and treatment.Be accountable at all times for ensuring that safeguards are in place for patients, in particular those adults or children at risk.To facilitate early discharge planning being carried out to enable appropriate arrangements to be in place for patients leaving hospital or transferring in order to achieve a safe and timely discharge from hospital.To ensure that all patients are cared for in a clean and well-maintained clinical area, ensuring that all staff are aware that they are directly responsible for cleanliness standards when in charge and escalating issues when necessary.3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENTEnsure that all staff act in accordance with Trust policies such as InfectionPrevention and Control, Confidentiality, Health & Safety and Equal Opportunities.Assist with the development of, and implementation of, local and trust wide policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols.To be aware of the research process and current trends.In collaboration with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, audit agreed clinicalguidelines of practice, policies and benchmarks within area of clinical responsibility.Resolve any concerns about levels of care or incidents involving patients escalating to the Matron/Senior Sister and reporting via the Trusts incident reporting system.Contribute to discussions and plans regarding service improvements and initiatives.4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCESTakes an active role in the ward environment needs, being alert to possible sources of cross-infection, maintaining safe and clear walkways and bed areas, ensure fire exits remain clear and equipment and supplies are stored correctly.To be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.Accountable for efficient and economical use of ward supplies.5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGINGTake an active role in the induction and orientation of new Nursing Assistants.Demonstrates effective time management and prioritisation of workload.Demonstrates good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team.In the absence of the junior sister take charge of the wardTo develop skills to be able to investigate accidents, incidents and complaints,implementing corrective actions where necessary and in consultation. To liaise with the Senior Matron and Complaints and Clinical Risk Management Teams appropriately.Have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources within the clinical area e.g. equipment, supplies.To contribute to the planning and organising of service improvements.6. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION RESOURCESTo be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.To ensure that there is effective communication systems in place to allow staff to keep abreast of developments in the organisation including unit meetings.7. RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENTTo be aware of the research process and current trends.In collaboration with the Matron, and clinical lead, audit agreed clinical guidelines of practice, policies and benchmarks within area of clinical responsibility.