Nurse

Post                             Nurse

Qualifications             R.N. or R.M.N.

Responsible to          Head of Care

Reports to                  Clinical Lead

Objectives                  To be a member of the Professional Team working

within the Homes of the Society providing a full

service to the Residents.  To give support to relatives/carers

Professional Responsibilities

1.1              Be responsible for the reception and discharge of Residents

1.2              To plan and assess the Nursing Care required by the Residents and evaluate and report on its                     effectiveness

1.3              To liaise with the appropriate Nursing and Medical Staff to ensure the care and support                                  required by the Resident and relatives is planned to meet their needs

1.4              To undertake nursing procedures as prescribed and directed

1.5              To undertake specialist procedures as prescribed and directed

1.6              To monitor the preparation and assist in the serving of all meals

1.7              Be responsible for the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with the N.M.C.                     Code of Practice

1.8              To be aware of all emergency procedures

1.9              To ensure the safety of staff, Residents and visitors while in the Home

1.10          To be responsible for the care and cleaning of all equipment

1.11          To establish a good liaison with all staff working within the Home, promoting an effective                              service for the Resident and the family

1.12          To be aware of responsibility to ancillary staff and support required to same

1.13          To be aware of the range of services available to assist the Resident and family

Educational Responsibilities

2.1              To update and maintain specialist knowledge and expertise

2.2              To participate in the education and support of staff and care staff

Administrative Responsibilities

3.1              To maintain confidentiality

3.2              To maintain accurate nursing records for each Resident

3.3              Prepare and present information as requested

3.4              Assisting with the maintenance of stores and the requisitioning of same

This job description is not definitive and will be subject to review.