Staff Nurse
NHS Jobs Manchester
PROFESSIONAL 1. Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients as a registered nurse. 2. To welcome patients to the unit. 3. Perform procedures required of the role and be prepared to learn new skills relevant to the role including therapeutic apheresis.
4. To participate in rotation to TYA day unit as required 5. Ensure that blood products are administered correctly and in accordance with Hospital Procedure and Policy. 6. Ensure that prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with the Hospital procedure and policy and work within NMC guidelines.
7. Administer both infusion and bolus chemotherapy via established central lines and peripheral cannula in line with Trust policies. 8. Assist in the checking of and safe administration of intrathecal chemotherapy according to national guidelines and trust policy.
9. Provide a supportive role within the Unit for nursing, medical and clerical staff 10. Collect blood products from key departments. 11. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs 12.
To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions 13. Ensure the safety of patients, liaising closely with the unit co-ordinator, medical staff, specialist and research nurses, bed manager and other staff as appropriate.
14. To liaise as needed with referring hospitals, GPs and community nursing teams. 15. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department 16. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistants acting as mentor to designated staff 17.
To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects 18. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients. 19. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the unit 20. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge 21.
Liaise with staff member responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels 22. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines 23. Assist medical staff with procedures. EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1. The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan 2.
To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack 3. Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update as required 4. Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance PERSONAL 1.
Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship 2. Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires 3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours 4.
To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act and be familiar with all risk assessments pertinent to the unit. 5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy 6.
4. To participate in rotation to TYA day unit as required 5. Ensure that blood products are administered correctly and in accordance with Hospital Procedure and Policy. 6. Ensure that prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with the Hospital procedure and policy and work within NMC guidelines.
7. Administer both infusion and bolus chemotherapy via established central lines and peripheral cannula in line with Trust policies. 8. Assist in the checking of and safe administration of intrathecal chemotherapy according to national guidelines and trust policy.
9. Provide a supportive role within the Unit for nursing, medical and clerical staff 10. Collect blood products from key departments. 11. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs 12.
To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions 13. Ensure the safety of patients, liaising closely with the unit co-ordinator, medical staff, specialist and research nurses, bed manager and other staff as appropriate.
14. To liaise as needed with referring hospitals, GPs and community nursing teams. 15. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department 16. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistants acting as mentor to designated staff 17.
To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects 18. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients. 19. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the unit 20. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge 21.
Liaise with staff member responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels 22. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines 23. Assist medical staff with procedures. EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1. The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan 2.
To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack 3. Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update as required 4. Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance PERSONAL 1.
Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship 2. Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires 3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours 4.
To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act and be familiar with all risk assessments pertinent to the unit. 5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy 6.
To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise 7. To show respect for members of the team and endorse the units philosophy of giving mutual support
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