Clinical Charge Nurse

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London seeks a Ward Manager to coordinate and evaluate patient-centered care alongside a multidisciplinary team. The role includes administering medications, ensuring user safety, and developing individualized care plans. Candidates should possess a registered nurse qualification and have experience in a similar role. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in coordinating care for service users within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to ensure safety and compliance with health regulations.
• Experience in teaching and supporting junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and evaluate patient-centered care with the MDT.
• Administer medications and oversee service user safety.
• Develop and monitor individualized care plans.

Skills

Collaborative patient care

Medication administration

Risk assessment

Engagement with service users

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

1 x Substantive position

This job description provides a general outline of responsibilities and will be reviewed regularly in conjunction with the post holder. Duties may include working at different locations within the Trust and undertaking additional tasks as requested by the line manager, including project work, internal job rotation, and cover for absences. Duties are subject to change over time and may be reviewed in the future.

Key Responsibilities

1. Co-ordinate and evaluate collaborative, patient-centred care; gather feedback and improve plans with the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
2. Liaise and work positively with MDT members and partners. Administer medications, monitor side-effects, and oversee service user safety.
3. Ensure the safe custody of medicines, sharps, and clinical equipment. Report all incidents following Trust procedures.
4. Lead and support/teach junior staff on risk assessment and management, basing decisions on research evidence, individual service user needs, social context, and clinical experience.
5. Undertake one-to-one engagement with service users in an honest, open, and non-judgmental manner.
6. Recognise and value service users as individuals, maintaining their respect and dignity, and ensuring care respects equality.
7. Develop care plans reflecting service user needs, in partnership with service users, the wider MDT, and family/carers.
8. Monitor and record clinical observations, such as physical signs and vital signs, escalating any signs of deterioration appropriately.
9. Ensure confidentiality and security of personal information in compliance with Data Protection Act, Caldicott principles, and other relevant legislation.
10. Follow record-keeping guidelines to ensure compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Additional Policies:

• Smoke-Free Policy: Smoking is discouraged and not permitted within Trust premises.
• Health & Safety Policies: All staff must comply with policies and ensure safety procedures are followed to maintain a safe environment for all.

Trust Values include:

• Excellence: Caring, kind, polite, respectful
• User Focus: Prompt, valued, open
• Partnership: Listening, compassionate
• Safety: Honest, collaborative
• Responsiveness: Reliable, consistent
• Learning

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Taimu Kamara
Job Title: Ward Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

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