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West London NHS Trust

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must maintain high clinical standards, manage medication safely, provide advanced nursing care, support multidisciplinary teams, and supervise healthcare staff. Excellent communication is essential.
  • You will provide high-standard nursing care, administer medications, support patients and families, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, supervise staff, and assist with clinical audits and referrals.

Requirements

  • - Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures.
  • - Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.
  • - Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.
  • - Nurse in charge of allocated patients and health care facilitators.
  • - Provide basic nursing care to advance nursing procedures such as drug administration, wound dressing, catheter care & management, care & management of urinary and bowel management, care & management of PEG/RIG Feeding, safe & effective drug administration, etc.
  • - Completing referrals for TVN specialist, Bladder and/or Bowel Continence, District Nurse, Social Services such as Sec 2 Admission Notification and Sec 5 Discharge Notification, etc.
  • - Ensuring referrals are made to appropriate multidisciplinary team such as dietician, SLT, neuro psych/Psych liaison.
  • - Provide assistance and support to MDT as well as family and/or main carer.
  • - Provide supervision and support to health care facilitator as well as student nurse and apprentice nurse on the ward.
  • - Communicate to patient’s family and/or main carer for any updates about the patients.
  • - Represent nursing team to MDT meeting, ward round, family meeting, best interest/professional meeting, etc.
  • - Support the ward in completing of Clinical Audits

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures.
  • Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.
  • Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.
  • Nurse in charge of allocated patients and health care facilitators.
  • Provide basic nursing care to advance nursing procedures such as drug administration, wound dressing, catheter care & management, care & management of urinary and bowel management, care & management of PEG/RIG Feeding, safe & effective drug administration, etc.
  • Completing referrals for TVN specialist, Bladder and/or Bowel Continence, District Nurse, Social Services such as Sec 2 Admission Notification and Sec 5 Discharge Notification, etc.
  • Ensuring referrals are made to appropriate multidisciplinary team such as dietician, SLT, neuro psych/Psych liaison.
  • Provide assistance and support to MDT as well as family and/or main carer.
  • Provide supervision and support to health care facilitator as well as student nurse and apprentice nurse on the ward.
  • Communicate to patient’s family and/or main carer for any updates about the patients.
  • Represent nursing team to MDT meeting, ward round, family meeting, best interest/professional meeting, etc.
  • Support the ward in completing of Clinical Audits.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Registered Nurse role at Clayponds Hospital?

The primary focus of the Registered Nurse role is to provide high-quality, person-centred care to patients in an in-patient rehabilitation unit, specifically supporting individuals with neurological, musculoskeletal, and other medical conditions.

What wards are included in the rehabilitation unit at Clayponds Hospital?

The rehabilitation unit comprises three wards: Jasmin, Magnolia, and Rosemary ward, with Rosemary ward specifically designated as the stroke and neuro unit.

How long do patients typically stay for rehabilitation at Clayponds Hospital?

Patients typically engage in rehabilitation services for up to 8 weeks.

What responsibilities do Registered Nurses have regarding medication management?

Registered Nurses are responsible for the safe custody, checking, and administration of medication in accordance with clinical governance standards.

Will Registered Nurses be involved in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings?

Yes, Registered Nurses will represent the nursing team in MDT meetings, ward rounds, and family meetings, ensuring communication and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

Are Registered Nurses expected to support other staff members on the ward?

Yes, Registered Nurses are expected to provide supervision and support to healthcare facilitators, student nurses, and apprentice nurses in the ward.

What types of nursing procedures will Registered Nurses perform?

Registered Nurses will perform basic nursing care as well as advanced nursing procedures such as drug administration, wound dressing, catheter care, and managing PEG/RIG feeding.

How does Clayponds Hospital ensure a high standard of clinical work?

Clayponds Hospital emphasizes compliance with their clinical governance framework, motivating colleagues, championing service user safety, dignity, and fostering an environment of continuous improvement.

Who should potential applicants contact for more information about the position?

Potential applicants can contact Raquel Romero, the Ward Manager, via email at raquel.romero@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

Is a background in neurology necessary to apply for this position?

While a background in neurology is beneficial, the multidisciplinary team and training provided will support the acquisition of necessary neuro rehabilitation skills after employment.

West London NHS Trust

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.