Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) - Band 5

at  Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required Registered Nurse with current registration status with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (childrens or Adult and able to meet the revalidation requirements or working towards NMC registration A willingness to develop knowledge and skill is essential An ability to perform clinical skills with dexterity Knowledge of clinical governance, policy and procedure An understanding of evidence-based practice IT skills which can be built upon to incorporate the use of hospital administration, information and training systems Organisation and time management skills Demonstrate a clear understanding of Child Protection policies and procedures. Communication, interpersonal skills and personal qualities The ability to work cohesively with all members of the team The ability to communicate with patients and their relatives with sensitivity and empathy Be able to work under pressure Be pro-active and take initiative Act as a good role model for others to follow Liaison with Acute and Community Support Services Patient Care Respond to emergency situations with composure, maintaining patient safety and seeking immediate support, supporting the patient, family and other staff as required. Recognise the need to escalate the deterioration of a patient condition to the appropriate staff member. Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team, wards and departments as required.
Work independently to deliver a high standard of evidence-based care in accordance within established nursing procedures and policies. Discharge planning in conjunction with a multi-disciplinary team. To communicate effectively with patients and carers potentially complex, sensitive or distressing information; in order to provide patient centred care, to encourage self-management, maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of the condition. Patients may have communication, perceptual or cognitive/understanding difficulties.
To maintain clear, accurate and concise patient records in line with departmental and professional standards and include relevant outcome measures. Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times Ensure the safe handling of valuables and property of all patients Clinical Practice As a Registered Nurse the expectation is that you will work a mixture of days, night and weekend shifts. With adequate training, supervision and assessment, you will be able to; Ensure clinical practice is evidence based or peer reviewed best practice Develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to deliver and evidence-based service. With supervision and assistance take on increased responsibility recognising own limitations and seeking help appropriately Be competent in the use of all relevant Trust IT systems including the use of electronic patient record, email, and Track-Care Maintain regular use of emails to keep abreast of information disseminated in the Trust Adhere to the NMC code of practice at all times and operate within the NMC standards of proficiency for Registered Nurses Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of Accountability, responsibility and Duty of Care and work towards the provision of support and education for less experienced and non-registered staff on the implications for practice

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