Charge Nurse/Sister

o Carry out telephone assessments routinely to assess and monitor patients with acute/long term conditions

o To document all communication and changes to patient's care plan accurately and within trust guidelines

o To liaise with consultant for multi-disciplinary team meetings daily and implement investigations & interventions

o To communicate relevant changes promptly and effectively in patient status to the multidisciplinary team

o To practice as a professional nurse, acting with confidence, authority and expertise

o To be accountable for the assessment of care needs: the development, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for a named group of patients

o To act as the patient's advocate, ensuring a caring environment - both physical and psychological

o To maintain accurate and legible records of care

o To liaise with other health care workers within the hospital and community to promote health, welfare and care of patients

o To lead a team approach to patient care with emphasis on clinical development

o To take a lead role in research and research-based practice

o To ensure that the Trust's Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed

o To ensure the appropriate use of equipment and facilities and that the working environment is maintained in good order

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position.

We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.

Education and Qualifications

Essential: - Registered nurse; - Assessor/supervisor Course; - Respiratory learning modules

Desirable: - Leadership/management qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential: - Acute respiratory medicine experience; - Good pharmaceutical knowledge base

Desirable: - Experience of medical and surgical pathways

Skills and Knowledge

Essential: - Ability to lead and work effectively within a team; - Good interpersonal skills; - Accurate documentation and attention to detail; - IT skills

Desirable: - Remote patient assessment