Sister / Charge Nurse
Wellington Hospital

* To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable
for own actions.
* Prioritising workloads and directing staff accordingly.
* Make efficient use of available resources with regard to budgetary
constraints and business objectives.
* Provide management and leadership to the Endoscopy team.
* Promote team working to maximise effectiveness of service delivery.
* Evaluate the work of the team and ensure standards are met.
* Assist in audit and quality assessments procedures including GRS/JAG.
* Continually seek to develop clinical skills and delivery of care to meet
service users expectations.
* Respect and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality.
* Maximise revenue capture from department procedures.
* Risk assessment and management, ensuring a safe environment for patients,
visitors and staff and colleagues.
* Assist in recruitment and selection.
* Support and act as role model for junior staff.
* Promote a learning environment, assessing training needs and ensuring
these are met.
* Ensure equipment is adequate and in good working order.
* To maintain accurate patient and staff records.
* Provide patients and families with information regarding the care and
management of their condition.
* Responsible for the control storage and administration of the drugs.
* Involvement in projects as required.
* Represent the Unit at departmental meetings.