The postholder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care.
Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the ward sister/charge nurse.
Following successful completion of foundation gateway will be required to take charge of ward/department for a span of duty.
The postholder will always work within the NMC’s Code of Professional Conduct.
Main Duties of the Registered Nurse – Medical Elderly Ward
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualised care for elderly patients.
- Delivering safe and effective nursing care while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
- Administering medications and treatments in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.
- Monitoring patients’ physical and mental health, recognising deterioration, and escalating concerns appropriately.
- Supporting patients living with frailty, dementia, delirium, and complex medical needs.
Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and support discharge planning.
- Communicating effectively with patients, relatives, and carers, providing information and emotional support.
- Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation and electronic patient records.
- Promoting patient safety, infection prevention, safeguarding, and falls prevention measures.
- Supervising and supporting healthcare assistants, student nurses, and newly qualified staff.
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and ongoing professional development.
For further information contact molcy.philip1@liverpoolft.nhs
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