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As a registered, accountable and autonomous nurse to act in the best interests of your patients at all times and take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions. To be responsible for patient assessment, planning of care, implementing and supervising safe and compassionate care, and evaluating the effectiveness of care. As an NMC registrant, facilitate learning and development of others. You will demonstrate leadership qualities and be open, transparent and trustworthy. As a Trust employee act with integrity and uphold the values and beliefs of the Trust and the NMC Code of Conduct.

To provide a high standard of individualised patient care reflecting individual competencies and education that involves relatives/carers as appropriate. To be responsible for the nursing care of a defined group of patients. To assist in the management and organisation of the nursing service in the clinical area including the teaching and management of more junior staff or those in training.

To adhere to the main standard of performance for patient care, within the concepts of the accepted nursing philosophy, The Guide and good customer care. To carry out all relevant forms of nursing care without direct supervision. To manage a group of patients ensuring effective communication with the nurse in charge. To liaise with clinicians, other professionals and community staff as appropriate co-ordinating and maintaining care which will achieve the set standards. To ensure that the following standards are met and that this can be demonstrated.a) Respect for privacy, dignity and religious and cultural beliefsb) Information to relatives and friends about the progress of treatment subject to the patients wishesc) A named qualified nurse must be allocated and be responsible for each patients cared) Discharge of patients from hospital must comply with agreed standards which include prior consultation with agencies such as community nursing services and local authority social services departments To be aware of the ward budget in order to achieve a safe and cost-effective service within the constraints of the agreed budget. To ensure care provided is evidence based and in line with the Trusts policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. To act as a second mentor and participate in teaching pre-registration students, Healthcare assistants and supporting National Vocational Qualifications as required ensuring they are given adequate supervision and support. To be required to use any computer system purchased by the Trust providing appropriate training given. To set an example of professional work and behaviour and may be required to take charge as part of an on-going experience in a learning situation. To participate in any other duties that you may be asked to undertake by senior nursing staff.

Personnel function: To ensure that you are familiar with the Trusts policies and procedures and introduce staff to them as required. To exercise leadership by example. To continue to develop clinical and professional knowledge and be aware of own training needs. To work to the competencies/objectives expected of a Band 5 registered nurse. To assist with appraisals of healthcare assistants.

Clinical Governance: To participate in the clinical governance and quality activity in conjunction with the ward sister/charge nurse including:a) Maintaining accurate documentationb) Incident reporting and preparation of accurate statements as requiredc) Undertaking auditsd) Participating in researche) Understanding the complaints proceduref) Practice development Contribute to the ward teaching sessions and be involved in producing a teaching resource file. To promote and participate in health education.

Oncology Specific Responsibilities

1. To organise and participate in the care of patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy and any other treatment modality related to the care of the cancer patient2. To undergo a period of training and supervision to become competent at venepuncture, cannulation and administration of cytotoxic agents, if not already competent in these areas3. To manage and maintain both central and peripheral lines, according to the guidelines4. To act as a resource for all staff, patients and carers in all aspects of chemotherapy care and administration5. To provide telephone advice, with the support of more senior staff, to patients, carers and other health care professionals6. To manage the admission and discharge of patients. Organising follow up or review in clinic7. To be familiar with and participate in, procedures carried out in HDR suite

Preceptorship: For newly, Band 5 graduated radiographers/qualified nurses; to complete the departmental preceptorship programme as per the Trust preceptorship policy.

Special Responsibilities: To abide by the NMC Code of Professional Conduct for the Nurse and ensure safe practice. As a registered nurse or midwife, you are personally accountable for your practice. In caring for patients and clients, you must: Respect the patient or client as an individual Obtain consent before you give any treatment or care Protect confidential information Co-operate with others in the team Maintain your professional knowledge and competence Be trustworthy Act to identify and minimise risk to patients and clientsThese are the shared values of all the United Kingdom health care regulatory bodies.

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.

We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients' homes across Guildford and Waverley.

We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.

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