MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
- Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
- Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
- Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
- Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
- Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
- Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged
REQUIRED EDUCATION
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION : Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION : Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE : 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Infection prevention and controlPharmacologyScientific nursing principles and processNursing record keepingPatient assessment skillsNursing processes and proceduresComputer literate (Microsoft Office)Develop / modify a nursing care planRelevant nursing legislationBasic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)Risk identification#J-18808-Ljbffr