Trainee Name GMC Number

1	Always follows local infection control protocols. Including washing hands before and after seeing all patients Is able to explain infection control protocols to students and to patients and their relatives. Always defers to the nursing team about matters of ward management Aware of infections of concern - including MRSA and C. difficile Aware of the risks of nosocomial infections Understands the links between antibiotic prescription and the development of nosocomial infections Always discusses antibiotic use with a more senior colleague
2	Demonstrate ability to perform simple clinical procedures utilising aseptic technique Manages simple common infections in patients using first-line treatments. Communicating effectively to the patient the need for treatment and any prevention messages to prevent re- infection or spread Liaise with diagnostic departments in relation to appropriate investigations and tests
3	Demonstrate an ability to perform more complex clinical procedures whilst maintaining aseptic technique throughout Identify potential for infection amongst high risk patients obtaining appropriate investigations and considering the use of second line therapies Communicate effectively to patients and their relatives with regard to the infection, the need for treatment and any associated risks of therapy Work effectively with diagnostic departments in relation to identifying appropriate investigations and monitoring therapy Working in collaboration with external agencies in relation to reporting common notifiable diseases, and collaborating over any appropriate investigation or management
4	Demonstrates an ability to perform most complex clinical procedures whilst maintaining full aseptic precautions, including those procedures which require multiple staff in order to perform the procedure satisfactorily Identify the possibility of unusual and uncommon infections and the potential for atypical presentation of more frequent infections. Managing these cases effectively with potential use of tertiary treatments being undertaken in collaboration with infection control specialists Work in collaboration with diagnostic departments to investigate and manage the most complex types of infection including those potentially requiring isolation facilities Work in collaboration with external agencies to manage the potential for infection control within the wider community including communicating effectively with the general public and liaising with regional and national bodies where appropriate
Managing long term conditions &promoting patient self- care
1	Describes relevant long term conditions Understands the meaning of quality of life Is aware of the need for promotion of patient self care Helps the patient with an understanding of their condition and how they can promote self management
2	Demonstrates awareness of management of relevant long term conditions Is aware of the tools and devices that can be used in long term conditions Is aware of external agencies that can improve patient care Teaches the patient and within the team to promote excellent patient care
3	Develops management plans in partnership with the patient that are pertinent to the patients long term condition Can use relevant tools and devices in improving patient care Engages with relevant external agencies to promote patient care
4	Provides leadership within the multidisciplinary team that is responsible for management of patients with long term conditions Helps the patient networks develop and strengthen
Relationships with patients and communication within a consultation
1	Conducts simple interviews with due empathy and sensitivity and writes accurate records thereof
2	Conducts interviews on complex concepts satisfactorily, confirming that accurate two- way communication has occurred
3	Handles communication difficulties appropriately, involving others as necessary; establishes excellent rapport
4	Shows mastery of patient communication in all situations, anticipating and managing any difficulties which may occur
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