Staff Nurse Job Description Template Page 2
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64. SCOPE AND RANGE
The ward has 23 GP beds providing acute care, rehabilitation and palliative care. The Minor Injuries Unit
operates 24 hours per day
5. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment of nursing needs, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet those needs.
Carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision.
Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness.
Adhere at all times to Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct.
Ensure that nursing procedures are carried out in accordance with NHS Borders protocol and
guidelines and these procedures are evidence based.
Maintain accurate records as per NMC Guidelines for records and record keeping.
Maintain absolute confidentiality in respect of patient records, medical nursing and allied health
professionals
Store, administer and order drugs according to NMC Guidelines and NHS Borders Policy for the
Administration of Medicines.
Work as cooperative member of the multidisciplinary team.
Act as team leader, and take charge of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager.
Help enhance junior staff/ students with clinical and managerial skills by teaching, assessing and
supervision.
Provide relief nursing cover, in Treatment Room, Minor Injuries Unit and Day Hospital.
6. SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT
Intravenous infusion pumps and equipment
Syringe Drivers
Dynamap and Sphygmomanometer
Tympanic thermometer
ECG machine
Resuscitation equipment
Moving and Handling equipment
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