Job description
Working as a member of the ward nursing team, to actively support patients with their care
needs. To take part in the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and
evaluation of programmes of care and risk assessments, with supervision and in line with the
patient centred approach to care and Trust policies and procedures.
- To work with the named nurse in drawing up individual care plans, carrying out risk assessments and ensuring that these are regularly monitored.
- To carry out and be responsible for specified aspects of a care plan as delegated by senior staff.
- To assist the named nurse in the implementation and evaluation of individual care plans and the maintenance of progress reports.
- To act for the named nurse in specific activities at their request and including attending care reviews and CPA meetings.
- To encourage service users, either individually or in groups, to make full use of ward facilities and therapeutic activities in line with their care plans.
Our vision
Our vision is embedded within our clinical strategy. We want to help people live, love, do.
- Live - A safe and secure place to call home
- Love - Re-building relationships which may have broken down during a period of illness
- Do - Help people to find a meaningful activity - that may be getting back into employment or further education
The Trust’s values are:
- Compassion
- Respect
- Being Positive
- Working together