Staff Nurse

To be actively involved in the development of team nursing on the Adult In-patientward, assuming the role and responsibility of a named nurse by assessing,planning and implementing programmes of nursing care for individual patientswithin your allocated team. In collaboration with patients develop individual care plans and refer onto otheragencies as needed. Involve families / carers, were appropriate, throughout the admission pathway inthe development of treatment packages, being mindful of their educational needsand level of support. To evaluate and modify nursing care in accordance with the Care ProgrammeApproach and facilitate the developing discharge plans. To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinicaldecisions regarding clients in your care. To manage caseloads effectively, making the best use of time and resources. To ensure that any unresolved issues for clients and their relatives/carers areidentified and referred to the appropriate personnel.