The registrar’s role is to be an active part of the Emergency Department team, taking responsibility according to your level of training, and actively learning as you go.
Expectations
Be ready to start your shift on time
Manage patients in a timely manner
Report to the MOIC/ Resource consultant for advice, education and supervision
Be aware of time based targets and aim to process your patients efficiently with regard to triage times and NEAT
Communicate closely with your supervising consultant
Be part of the ED multidisciplinary team
Be an active participant in the Cat 1 team when allocated this role
Advocate for your patients and ensure they are receiving the best quality, timely care possible
Ensure all of your patients have suitable and complete documentation including medical notes, drug cards, referrals and discharge summaries
Manage your time and ensure you and your team members have regular breaks
Ensure you give a concise and effective handover
Support your colleagues and help them out when required
Remember registrar education is on a Thursday afternoon and you should handover patients, free yourself and attend the session starting at 1.00 pm
Above all you should take pride in your work and have fun whilst learning
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