Clinical Care and Nursing Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse will be required to:

Deliver high-quality nursing care in accordance with individual care plans, clinical assessments, and best practice guidelines.

Assess service users’ physical and mental health needs, identifying deterioration and escalating appropriately.

Develop, review, and update care plans, risk assessments, and clinical documentation.

Undertake clinical tasks including (where required):

Wound care and dressing changes

PEG feeding care and management

Pressure area prevention and treatment

Blood glucose monitoring

Vital signs and observations

Ensure service users receive appropriate support for pain management, comfort, and wellbeing.

Promote dignity, privacy, and respect in all aspects of care.

Medication Management

Administer medicines safely and in line with NMC standards and service policy.

Maintain accurate medication records (MAR charts, controlled drug registers, audits).

Monitor service users for medication side effects and report concerns promptly.

Ensure safe storage, ordering, and disposal of medicines.

Report and document medication errors or near misses in line with policy.

Leadership and Supervision

Lead and coordinate the shift, ensuring clinical priorities are managed effectively.

Supervise, support, and guide Senior Carers, Healthcare Assistants, and support staff.

Delegate duties appropriately while ensuring staff work within their competence.

Provide clinical advice and direction to care staff.

Support the induction and development of new staff and agency workers.

Documentation and Communication





Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation including:

Daily notes

Care plans and evaluations

Clinical charts and monitoring records

Participate in handovers to ensure effective communication between shifts.

Communicate effectively with service users, families, GPs, community nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Contribute to MDT reviews and referrals as required.

Safeguarding and Skilled Practice

Promote safeguarding and report any concerns immediately in line with legislation and local policy.

Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.

Work in line with the NMC Code and professional accountability standards.

Maintain professional boundaries and uphold high standards of conduct.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Ensure infection prevention and control procedures are followed.

Promote safe practice across the service, including moving and handling and correct use of PPE.

Report and manage incidents, accidents, safeguarding concerns, and clinical emergencies.

Participate in audits, quality checks, and risk management processes.

Ensure emergency procedures are followed (fire safety, first aid response, escalation pathways).

Professional Standards
The Registered Nurse must:

Maintain a valid NMC registration and revalidation requirements.

Work within scope of practice and demonstrate accountability for clinical decisions.

Provide leadership that promotes a safe, respectful, and effective care environment.

Demonstrate strong communication, professionalism, and compassion at all times.

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📌 Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) (Ontario)
🏢 Phoenix Care Staff
📍 Ontario