Care of Residents
- Carry out all relevant forms of care, based on evidence and without direct supervision.
- Ensure that all care delivered is of the highest standard, as promised and expected by the Care Facility.
- Treat all residents with dignity and respect, involving them in the planning and delivery of their care, where possible.
- Interpret the significance of clinical observations and records and make a decision as to the action required.
- Report promptly to medical staff where action required falls outside the remit of nursing responsibilities.
- Assist medical staff and ascertain medical treatments, where required.
- Provide support for relatives and others involved with our residents.
Supervisory Responsibility
- Supervise the work of Care Assistants.
- Check and witness the administration of drugs according to Policy (An Bord Altranais 2000).
- Take charge of the Care Facility when the only Staff Nurse on duty.
Maintain Records/Provide Updates
- Maintain clear and up-to-date records of residents' progress, whilst ensuring the utmost confidentiality.
- Provide updates on residents, as and when necessary, to the Director of Nursing.
- Report any complaints of mishandling or abuse of residents to the Director of Nursing immediately and assist in the investigation, if requested.
Comply with Policies/Procedures
- Maintain familiarity and comply with all Care Facility policies and procedures.
- Comply with all safety regulations in accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and maintain a hazard-free environment.
- Report all incidents and accidents involving self, residents or visitors to the Director of Nursing (or the Staff Nurse in charge)
- Complete Accident Forms, when necessary.
- Contribute to the formation and implementation of Care Facility policies and procedures. Initiate and develop new ideas and methods within the Care Facility and encourage staff participation.
Code of Conduct
- Adhere to An Bord Altranais Code of Professional Conduct.
- Maintain appearance and behaviour in keeping with a member of the Nursing profession.