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Communication and Working Relationships

·         To take part as requested in unit meetings, encouraging effective communications between other staff.

·         To participate in team building/communication, and to develop a cohesive, supportive and effective team. To work towards the agreed philosophy and objectives of the department.

·         Participate in client and public involvement activities.

·         To liaise and communicate effectively with all parts of the multidisciplinary team to co-ordinate person-centred care.

·         To liaise and communicate effectively with all service users and relatives.

·         To ensure a cohesive working environment and effective team work in all assignments.

·         To liaise with the multidisciplinary team, coordinating patient care, communicating with relatives ensuring they have adequate information at all times.

·         To liaise with other departments ensuring information regarding the patient is given appropriately.

Planning and Organisation

·         At the direction of the Registered Nurses /Senior Clinical Staff, participate fully in the delivery of planned care.

·         Be responsive to change and able to work in an environment which has constant interruptions.

Responsibility and Accountability

·         Assist with the running of Urology consultant and nurse led clinics.

·         Participate with the preparation of environment and equipment.

·         Assist with Urological investigation procedures in outpatient department.

·         Adhere to all infection control guidance and policies.

·         Act with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that you are demonstrating responsible behaviours at all times, in accordance with our Trust values.

·         Be accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others.

·         Supporting the wider team during peak activity or during absences.

·         To ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

·         To work with registered nurses and senior clinical staff to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.

·         To be aware of clients’ emotional, social and physical needs, reporting back to senior staff responsible for clients’ care.

·         Support patients undergoing investigations for a possible cancer diagnosis within the clinic environment/appointment.

·         Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care delivered to be evaluated and accurate records maintained.

·         Record in the relevant documentation the care that has been delivered contemporaneously.

·         Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.

·         Work collaboratively with registered / senior staff, other health professionals and hotel service staff to ensure clients’ holistic needs are met.

·         Update client IT systems in the absence of the unit administrator where appropriate.

·         To liaise with unit administrators regarding clients’ records for clinics / admissions / discharges.

·         Report any incidents, accidents or complaints to the person in charge of the unit in accordance with Trusts policies.

Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources

·         Everyone has a responsibility to ensure effective and conservative use of resources.

·         Maintain paperless filing wherever possible (excluding where any statutory duty may exist). Do not print/ photocopy unless necessary

·         Ensure conservative use of stationery, not using equipment to excess

·         Ensure that any stationery or resource needs are ordered and managed effectively

·         Much of this role requires use of VDU equipment, with frequent long periods of sitting. Frequent use of a range of web based systems such as NHS Jobs

Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources

·         To undertake a responsible attitude towards economy and care of equipment and property, and be aware of conditions/hazards predisposing to accidents.

·         Ensure efficient and effective use of resources.

·         Checking and reporting to works department and Unit Leader on environmental conditions, i.e. heating, lighting, and general maintenance of the work environment.

Policy and Service Responsibility

·         The post holder will work according to Trust standards, policies and procedures and is accountable and responsible to the registered nursing team.

·         All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the needs of the service are met in a timely and efficient manner.

·         Ensure compliance with policies procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.

·         Encourage and welcome feedback to ensure that we as individuals, and as a collective team, learn and continually improve.

Personal Development

·         To be responsible for own personal development; attending study days/courses as appropriate.

·         Actively contribute to reviews with your line manager, including supervision and achievement reviews. Be able to ask for support as required.

·         Attend mandatory training is kept up-to-date and develop and maintain own knowledge and skills.