Charge Nurse/Sister

Job overview

To assess, implement and monitor the care needs of patients safely within their own homes, using technology to view observations and conducting telehealth consultations without direct supervision.

To work alongside the multi-disciplinary team regularly to provide the holistic care to patients on the virtual ward.

The post holder will manage their workload and escalate any concerns to their senior nurse and/or consultant on call.

The post holder should at all times act in such a manner as to justify public trust and confidence to safeguard the interest of individual patients.

Main duties of the job

• Carry out telephone assessments routinely to assess and monitor patients with acute/long term conditions
• To document all communication and changes to patient’s care plan accurately and within trust guidelines
• To liaise with consultant for multi-disciplinary team meetings daily and implement investigations & interventions
• To communicate relevant changes promptly and effectively in patient status to the multidisciplinary team
• To practice as a professional nurse, acting with confidence, authority and expertise
• To be accountable for the assessment of care needs: the development, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for a named group of patients
• To act as the patient’s advocate, ensuring a caring environment – both physical and psychological
• To maintain accurate and legible records of care
• To liaise with other health care workers within the hospital and community to promote health, welfare and care of patients
• To lead a team approach to patient care with emphasis on clinical development
• To take a lead role in research and research-based practice
• To ensure that the Trust’s Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed
• To ensure the appropriate use of equipment and facilities and that the working environment is maintained in good order

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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