Position Title: Staff Nurse and CNM1 - Endoscopy Reports to: Clinical Nurse Manager or Deputy Purpose of the Role The Staff Nurse will work collaboratively with the nursing team to deliver excellence in patient care through a well-educated and highly motivated team and the effective use of available resources.
This role is guided by the Hospital's Mission, Values, and Ethos.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Practice in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, legal requirements, and professional standards as outlined by the Nursing Department and the NMBI.
Provide safe, effective, and efficient nursing care by:
i) Planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care from admission through discharge.
ii) Completing nursing assessments, care plans, and all relevant documentation.
Communicate effectively with nursing, medical, and multidisciplinary staff by reporting patient care information both verbally and in writing.
Conduct all handovers, reports, and escalations using the approved ISBAR handover tool.
Liaise and cooperate with other departments as required, demonstrating professionalism and effective interpersonal skills.
Maintain accurate and confidential patient documentation in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, using only approved abbreviations.
Adhere strictly to the hospital's medication policy, ensuring proper safekeeping and recording of controlled drugs at all times.
Perform IV cannulation in line with hospital policy.
Demonstrate a professional, courteous, and caring attitude towards patients, families, colleagues, and all service users, in keeping with the Hospital's values.
Respond promptly and calmly in emergency situations.
Provide care with minimal supervision and take charge of the department in the absence of the CNM, exercising sound judgment and decision-making regarding patient care and referring appropriately to CNMs, medical staff, or other disciplines.
Follow the appropriate line of authority by discussing issues with the CNM in the first instance.
Take responsibility for stock management, ensuring adequate supplies are maintained within the department.
Support and mentor student nurses, new staff members, and healthcare assistants.
Contribute to nursing best practices by identifying recurring clinical issues and implementing evidence-based solutions.
Participate and cooperate in initiatives related to hospital accreditation, including assistance with data collection.
Deputise for the CNM as required, assisting with staff workload planning and delegation in line with departmental needs.
Report and document all adverse events or issues concerning patients or staff to the CNM/Director of Nursing, ensuring full details are recorded in accordance with hospital policy and logged on Q-Pulse.
Participate in the Hospital's Performance Review and Development process.
Monitor and report issues that:
i) Fall below acceptable standards, or
ii) May affect the efficient operation or reputation of the Hospital, taking corrective action in collaboration with the CNM.
Maintain up-to-date education records and actively engage in continuous professional development.
Ensure the efficient and responsible use of all resources.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Nurse Manager.
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