Learning Disability Nurse Job Descriptions |
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Learning
disability nurses work with people of all ages who need support
with aspects of every day life. They help people by teaching
them skills and giving them the encouragement and confidence
they need to live as independently as they can. They may also
counsel and advise clients' families and carers. As a learning disability nurse, you would often be involved in supporting clients with issues such as:
· personal hygiene · dressing · using public transport · going on shopping trips · Making and attending appointments. Key Skills · the ability to relate well to people of all ages and backgrounds · maturity, patience and sensitivity · well developed and flexible communication skills · physical and mental stamina · the ability to stay calm and in control in difficult situations · a genuine desire to help people · assertiveness and the ability to represent a client’s interests · self awareness, resourcefulness and a flexible approach to work · The ability to recognise signs of physical or emotional problems. |
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