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The Netcare Group operates the largest private hospital group, primary care network and medical emergency service in South Africa. Netcare is also the biggest private trainer of emergency personnel and healthcare workers. At Netcare, our inspiration to excel in providing medical innovation and quali… read morety care is to be found in our values. We continue to focus on living our core value of care, and the associated values of dignity, participation, truth and passion. Care at every level of our organisation is fundamental to Netcare's sustainability and our contribution to the countries in which we operate. It provides the reference point for all our people as we transform our businesses and seek to build bridges of trust with our patients, doctors and all other stakeholders. Netcare is also committed to the professional and personal development of all our employees. This helps to ensure that our staff base of nearly 29 000 people remain motivated to provide excellent patient care and outstanding service. 76 Maude Street, Corner West Street, Sandton, 2196
ROLE SUMMARY
The Professional Scrub Nurse/Clinical Nurse is a professional who remains responsible for the assessment, planning, and implementation of individualised, holistic, and person-centred nursing care of a patient, their families, or the community, performed either directly or indirectly. The incumbent ultimately coordinates patient care within the concept of the multi-disciplinary health team.
The incumbent also fulfils the role using scientifically based nursing theories and processes, treating the patients as a physical, social, and spiritual individual, and by use of educational and technical means applicable to health care practice. The Scrub Registered Nurse will be responsible for the wellbeing of the patient intra operatively, assessment of the patient to ensure delivery of high-quality care to patients whilst in theatre, in accordance with hospital standards and policies and is a role model in the delivery of evidence-based care.
The incumbent will be responsible for the preparation /checking /control and charging of stock / supervision and maintenance of instrumentation and equipment. Timeously complete capital expenditure documentation as per doctor’s preferences where applicable. Will be responsible for and is held accountable for his/her own acts and omissions. Theatre activities form part of the planned operational requirements. The incumbent will further be responsible and actively participate in Clinical Governance.
KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
CONSISTANCY OF CARE
Patient care
Serve as a clinical resource in assisting personnel to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document nursing care in the unit.
Ensure communication and interaction with family and health professionals regarding optimal patient care, thereby acting as a patient advocate when necessary.
Ensure communication between nursing management and unit to eliminate patient care problems / issues.
Assess, plan and implement advanced nursing care in a specialized field in accordance with standard nursing care procedures, as set out in the standards and SOPs as well as nursing care theory and medical direction.
Initiate, direct and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) as indicated to any patient / person in any ward / department of the hospital. To diagnose and treat the emergency patient quickly, effectively and efficiently as possible within the Scope of Practice
Interview patient and family to obtain relevant general background information and problem identification; evaluate patient’s behaviour and assess immediate and long term needs.
Participate as a professional member of the multi-disciplinary team in evaluating, developing and implementing health care plans and treatment regime.
Do rounds with the physician/medical practitioners to review condition of patients; develop nursing care plans; participate in the care of all patients in the unit.
Evaluate patients care needs; initiate individualised nursing care plans; co-ordinate patient services.
Prepare day / night shift documentation that reflects patient status, patient / staff ratio and problems
Communicate with the unit manager, so that he / she is informed of activities and problems
Perform any related tasks as requested.
Provide input and standards in formulating patient care policy and procedures in the hospital
To ensure the provision of a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Aim as member of staff to optimise and maintain quality, effective and safe nursing care, within the frame of the assigned budget.
Evaluate, set standards and monitor safe utilization of supplies and equipment
TRANSFORMATION OF OUR SOCIETY
Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals
Co-operate and collaborate with other hospital departments to provide appropriate support services.
Co-ordinate with the Clinical Facilitation Department and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to meet and acknowledge the on-going educational needs of the nursing staff / student as well as the patients
Co-operate with the Clinical Facilitators in planning, implementing mentoring and evaluation of learning experiences / opportunities for nursing staff / students
Provide for the ongoing review, practice and in-service training of emergency procedures
Actively participate in in-service training and orientation of new staff in the unit
Advise and inform staff on current and revised policies and procedures
Allocate staff members in a manner that promotes optimal use of staff to provide appropriate nursing care for the individual patient regarding his / her needs and specialised skills needed by the nursing staff member through proper clinical judgement.
Adjust staff levels to provide for acuity level needs
Active involvement in own professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge
Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures
Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal
Maintain and encourage effective communication and interaction within the unit, other members of the multi-disciplinary team and the public.
Foster good interpersonal relations and public relations while interpreting / applying the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures
DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION
CareOn adoption of electronic patient records, e-scripts and clinical orders by doctors and stock management
SKILLS PROFILE
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse/ Midwife or equivalent NQF 7 qualifications
12 Months Post Basic Qualification in Operating/ Theatre
Relevant experience in the nursing discipline
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
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