Confidentiality The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1984 Health and Safety You are required to take responsible care of the Health and Safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions and co-operate with NHS Western Isles to ensure that statutory and departmental regulations are adhered to. Assist in maintaining own and others’ health, safety and security This involves: Complying with health and safety policies, procedures and participating in mandatory training. Maintaining a safe working environment and reporting any issues of concern as appropriate. NHS Western Isles attaches the greatest importance to the health and safety of its employees. It is the Board policy to do all that is reasonable to prevent personal injury and hazard to health by protecting staff and others including the public from foreseeable hazards compatible with the provision of proper services to patients. The Board expects its entire staff to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. More detailed information is given in departmental safety policies where appropriate. Ensure own actions support equality, diversity and rights This involves: Acting in ways consistent with the Board’s policies and procedures. Treating those you come into contact with equitably and with respect. Recognising the need for aids or adaptations. JOB DESCRIPTION AGREEMENT I, (Print Name)…………………………………………………….. confirm that the job description(s) /person specification(s) attached have been discussed with me and are an accurate and up-to-date account of the duties and responsibilities and skills/qualifications required to undertake the post. Job Holder’s Signature: ……………………………………………………….. Date: …………………… Head of Department Signature: ……………………………………………………….. Date: …………………… Person Specification for: Post: Registered Nurse Location: Western Isles NHS Board
KEY FACTORS ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS Work Experience Dependent on ward or department requirement Acute medical ward experience Previous Mental Health experience Qualifications & Training Current NMC Registration RN Adult or equivalent Advance Life Support certified Illness Management training Nurse Prescriber Dementia Champion Knowledge and Skills Manual dexterity to perform technical procedures associated with ward or department. Demonstrate the ability to communicate with a range of people on a range of matters in a form which is appropriate to the situation. Demonstrate the ability to constructively manage barriers to effective communication. Ability to teach junior staff and learners Immediate Life Support certificate Knowledge of Infection Control and Health and Safety and Moving and Handling. Ability to administer Intravenous medication Ability to undertake intravenous Cannulation Ability to undertake ECG investigations Basic IT skills Ability to assess others eg. Nurse Mentor, Nurse Preceptor and SVQ Assessor. Advance Life Support certified. Male and Female Catheterisation. Disposition Intuitive worker Able to work autonomously and also as an effective team member. Effective leadership skills Reflective practitioner Non-judgemental Other Will rotate between day and night shifts as required Will work in other areas as demand dictates