Practical Nurse

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients working within evidence‑based guidelines and unit‑specific competencies under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Assess and implement nursing care for patients ensuring a patient‑centred approach to care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Assist in the activities of daily living for patients in accordance with the patient care plan (e.g., distribution of patient meals and assisting patients with hygiene needs).
• Demonstrate service excellence and act as a patient advocate to support the patient’s dignity and rights at all times.
• Understand basic indications for medications, recognise side effects, and report to the Registered Nurse appropriately.
• Ensure the Registered Nurse is informed of observations and care provided for patients, and document appropriately.
• Report any significant changes in the patient’s condition to a Regist...