Staff Nurse - Ocean Day Unit

• The postholder will work under the direction of the Ward Manager - Children's Outpatients with responsibility for the assessment of care needs for all patients, ensuring appropriately planned care is both implemented and evaluated.
• The postholder is expected to work with minimal supervision and will be designated to work as part of the nursing team at North Middlesex University Hospital Trust.
• The postholder will provide care within the Ocean Day Unit without supervision to facilitate the prevention of admission or reduction in hospitalisation, and will act as an effective clinical support for students.
• The postholder will work as part of the Ocean Day Unit Nursing Team with support from the cohort of Band 5/6 Staff Nurses and Band 7 Ward Manager.
• The postholder is expected to contribute to the assessment, planning, and implementation of evidence-based care to children and their families and carers, and work in a collaborative manner with other agencies to ensure a seamless service for the children.

Essential

• First Level Registration/RN Child
• Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development
• Recognized teaching or mentorship qualification or working towards

Essential

• Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Awareness of current professional nursing issues
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality

Essential

• Knowledge of risk management
• Ability to take part in change and service improvement
• Aware of quality and safety standards and departmental audit requirements
• To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care

Essential

• Ability to plan and prioritise workload
• Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate
• Skilled in use of computer/key board
• Ability to supervise unregistered staff
• Ability to work well within a team