Sister / Charge Nurse

Responsibilities

• Strive for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care.
• Participate within the ward team including the delegation of work on a day to day basis for junior staff.
• Act as clinical expert providing specialist knowledge and advice to both nurses and medical staff working within the unit.
• Be the named clinical expert responsible for on shift for the continuing care of patients within the unit.
• Organise own workload and support junior staff to time manage and prioritise.
• Plan and manage skill mix to reflect the workload and meet the needs of the patients, including using the e-rostering system effectively.
• Actively participate in the department budget and with support from ward sister exercise care and economy in the ordering and use of supplies/ equipment.
• Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff.
• Lead by example, motivate and empower others.
• Promote effective communication when liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and work effectively as part of team.
• Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust, always promoting the best clinical and professional practice.

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