The post holder is responsible for assessment of care needs of patients,planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation of theseprogrammes without direct supervision. At times they will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the ward and supervising junior members of staff. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the developmentof practice on the ward. They will be working independently/autonomouslyand at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well being of services users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles. Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinicalareas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursingassessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluationsfor patients is provided from admission through to discharge. Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range ofwork procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge andpractical experience. To act as advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patientorientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards withinthe NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines. To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a goodpatient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs anddoctrines. Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health andwellbeing of the individuals. Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness. Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them todevelop and initiate nursing assessments and devise a plan of care. Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensiveassessment of a persons nursing requirements. Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe andappropriate for their needs. Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on andmaintaining the highest possible standards. Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ascertain treatments andadvise on nursing priorities. Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health.