Job summary

Lipton ward is 1 of only 3 neuro trauma Hyper acute wards in the country, working closely and collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may be required to demonstrate procedures to and supervise qualified and unqualified staff. The post holder may occasionally have to take charge of a ward in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility.

Main duties of the job

o Participate in the training of other nursing staff, including basic and post basic learners in consultation with Sister/Charge Nurse wherever applicable.

o Control and co-ordinate activities of the ward team in the absence of Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

o Be aware of, and adhere to, all the Trust policies and procedures and standards of care.

o Maintain high standards of nursing care and review these standards with the Ward Manager.

o Participate as a named nurse for a small group of patients.

o Assist subordinate staff to understand their role in the unit team.

o Be aware of the economic use of ward equipment and stores.

o Ensure adequate security, administration, proper use and recording of dangerous drugs in accordance with hospital policy.

o Ensure up to date knowledge of new equipment being used.

o Furthering own professional development by ensuring that own clinical and professional knowledge is widened and enriched by attending study days and seminars as arranged through the in-service training officers.

o Ensure confidentiality at all times. The post holder's attention is drawn to the Data Protection Act 1984.

• Ensure that the Control of Infection Guidelines are adhered to at all times

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About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.