Nursing Sister
JOB TITLE: Nursing Sister
TEAM: Health Services
REPORTS TO: Nursing Team Leader and Senior Medical Officer
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide high quality patient care to all patients, in accordance with the St Helena Nursing legislation and the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, for Nurses and Midwives. This includes working nights and weekends on a rota basis.
THIS ROLE WILL BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK
MAIN DUTIES
To be responsible for the high quality nursing care of all patients admitted to hospital. This includes the maintenance of hygienic standards and cleanliness within the hospital environment.
To undertake all duties related to patient care, using a holistic approach and evidence based practice. Such duties may include shift work as required.
To attend out-patient clinics, retrieve and file clinical notes and dispense medication and treatment as prescribed by the doctors.
