NAU Clinical charge nurse
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Job overview
We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated experienced RNLD or RMN to join our ‘Outstanding’ National Autism Inpatient team.
The National Autism Unit (NAU) is a 15-bedded male inpatient service which provides care for autistic adults with complex needs and comorbid mental health difficulties.
Working as part of a multi –disciplinary team you will have excellent communication skills and team working abilities. A key role of the Clinical Charge Nurse is to lead by example and be a role model for the nursing team. We are looking for an individual who is able to support junior staff and students in their professional development, through excellent and effective clinical leadership and sharing of knowledge.
You will work very closely with the ward manager and other Clinical Charge Nurses to ensure that the unit maintains the highest standard of care provision and safe level of staffing.
The post holder will have a role in all aspects of service development and improvement. In return, our service will provide you with high levels of supervision and support during your working career with us and provide you with personal development plans to help you develop in this role.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver, or advise on the delivery of, high quality safe nursing care, ensuring consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence which comply with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct.
- Promote and develop clinical leadership and clinical practice and be a positive role model to junior members of the team through the practice of evidence-based care
- Support professional development through clinical appraisal and supervision and contribute to the ongoing educational programme for staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see detailed description of duties and main responsibilities in the Job description and Person Specification document attached.
We look forward to receiving your application.