Children's Outpatients Staff Nurse

Job summary

Assess the care needs of patients and develop a programme of evidence based practice care which is evaluated and amended as appropriate without direct supervision.

To maintain clinical competence through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and mandatory training requirements.

To ensure clear and timely record keeping of all assessments and care provided.

Maintain good communication with patients and their relatives, alongside the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).

Take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the Deputy or Ward/Department Leader (if appropriately trained and competent to do so).

Utilise NUH evidence based policies and guidelines to ensure safety of care and maintain professional understanding of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) used.

The post holder is required to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Main duties of the job

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1.0 Clinical

1.1 Be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care ensuring that these are evaluated and amended as appropriate.

1.2 Document and assess the condition and progress of patients and report/escalate to medical staff and/or senior nursing staff with any areas of concern.

1.3 Undertake nursing procedures and techniques, with the relevant training, in accordance with agreed policies and guidelines.

1.4 Demonstrate clinical procedures to other registered and non-registered staff as required.

1.5 Once agreed competent in team management skills, take charge of the clinical area on a regular basis in the absence of the Deputy or Ward/Department Leader

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.