Community Staff Nurse

Responsibilities The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care within the Community Caseload. To provide up to date information for families in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary professional team. To undertake liaison with other staff and outside agencies to ensure continuity of care.

Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, both detailed and legible. Ensure patient and family confidentiality at all times in line with NMC guidelines. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate family-centred care without direct supervision that is evidence-based/best practice.

Maintain high standards of nursing care and promote an environment suitable for the care of children within the community. Maintain a role as primary nurse at all times through admission to discharge, addressing care requirements sensitive to the individual needs of the patient and family. Maintain patient records and confidentiality.

Ensure privacy and dignity of patients and their families and respect religious and cultural beliefs at all times. Act as an effective role model to all staff, student nurses, children and their families, promoting and always maintaining a professional appearance and manner in accordance with NMC guidelines and Trust Uniform Policy. Maintain patient records legible and accurate at all times.

Participate in incident reporting as required. Promote and maintain a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment for children, young people and their families. #J-18808-Ljbffr