CRA Group Limited - Registered Nurse · Civic Recruitment Limited

1-month shift-based contract with a local authority

Summary

The registered nurse will be engaged in a 1-month shift-based contract with a local authority. This role involves the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for a designated group of service users. The nurse will ensure the delivery of high-standard, patient-focused care, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and respect.

Responsibilities

Provide, monitor, and maintain high standards of nursing care through professional actions and communication.
Conduct routine and non-routine tasks, including medication rounds, clinical observations, and care plan management.
Assist patients with daily care needs and health promotion activities.
Participate in clinical supervision and team learning and development.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for a designated group of patients.
Supervise care staff and therapists, and mentor students such as Nurse Associates.
Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams, service users, and their relatives/carers.
Undertake audits as requested by the Registered Manager.
Manage link roles for specific areas of interest.
Take charge of the unit while on duty.

Essential Experience Required

Significant experience in an older person setting, capable of performing professional services and technical tasks, including clinical risk assessment and care plan development.
Knowledge of care and health legislation, clinical policy frameworks, and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines.
Experience and competency in delivering end-of-life care.
Knowledge and experience with safeguarding vulnerable adults procedures.
Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties safeguards.
Proficiency with work-related equipment, systems, procedures, and technology.

Essential Qualification Required

Must hold a degree or equivalent qualification recognized by the NMC as a first-level registered Nurse.
Requirement to maintain clinical competencies necessary for the role, such as syringe driver management for end-of-life care and ReSPECT tissue viability assessments.
Post-registration training or qualification in end-of-life care.

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