Job description
• Assess patients upon admission, formulate nursing diagnoses and develop personalized care plans, conducting continuous reassessment and adjustments based on the patients condition.
• Utilize advanced monitoring equipment and interpret diagnostic tests to guide clinical decision making.
• Administer patients medication and treatment as prescribed, monitoring patient responses and adjusting care as required, ensuring that care provided is documented and signed.
• Advocate for patients, ensuring their required needs are met.
• Ensure patient safety through routine equipment and alarms checks.
• Provide a safe environment for patients and staff by observing infection control precautions, removing hazards, reporting faulty equipment and adhering to and enforcing rules regarding health and safety.
• Participate in maintaining an accurate recording and reporting system and in informing members of the Health Team about the care of patients, their progress and work-related matters.
• Attend training in the use of the Electronic Health Record System and utilize the system as instructed.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding care plans, treatment options, and emotional support.
• Participate and plan discharge of patient/client; prepare and forward discharge slip to relevant personnel for follow-up care and inform and teach his or her family accordingly.
• Maintain an adequate stock of medication, equipment and supplies and ensure that they are stored safely and used appropriately.
• Provide nursing support services in other Units as directed.
• Participate in the development of short-term plans, programme and activities to achieve the objectives set for the ward.
• Investigate and report on incidents/accidents and other untoward occurrences to the Nurse in Charge.
• Provide support in the development and implementation of in-service programmes including on the job.
• Training sessions for staff and patient-care conferences for effective communication of the required service delivery.
• Supervise staff and ensure adherence to policies and procedures of the department.
• Participate in the orientation and education of new staff.
• Adhere to the Nursing Code of Ethics, perform professionally and always maintain confidentiality of office.
• Adhere to patient safety protocols, risk management strategies, and infection control practices.
• Supervise and administer the delivery of intravenous fluid, blood and blood products in accordance with Policy.
• Complete and submit annual objectives as required, complete self-assessment and annual performance appraisal in conjunction with manager.
• Participate in the evaluation and monitoring of the quality of patient care and pursue opportunities to improve patient care and resolve identified problems.
• Pursue on going education and training to remain current in best practices and advancement in critical Care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
• Assess patients upon admission, formulate nursing diagnoses and develop personalized care plans, conducting continuous reassessment and adjustments based on the patients condition.
• Utilize advanced monitoring equipment and interpret diagnostic tests to guide clinical decision making.
• Administer patients medication and treatment as prescribed, monitoring patient responses and adjusting care as required, ensuring that care provided is documented and signed.
• Advocate for patients, ensuring their required needs are met.
• Ensure patient safety through routine equipment and alarms checks.
• Provide a safe environment for patients and staff by observing infection control precautions, removing hazards, reporting faulty equipment and adhering to and enforcing rules regarding health and safety.
• Participate in maintaining an accurate recording and reporting system and in informing members of the Health Team about the care of patients, their progress and work-related matters.
• Attend training in the use of the Electronic Health Record System and utilize the system as instructed.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding care plans, treatment options, and emotional support.
• Participate and plan discharge of patient/client; prepare and forward discharge slip to relevant personnel for follow-up care and inform and teach his or her family accordingly.
• Maintain an adequate stock of medication, equipment and supplies and ensure that they are stored safely and used appropriately.
• Provide nursing support services in other Units as directed.
• Participate in the development of short-term plans, programme and activities to achieve the objectives set for the ward.
• Investigate and report on incidents/accidents and other untoward occurrences to the Nurse in Charge.
• Provide support in the development and implementation of in-service programmes including on the job.
• Training sessions for staff and patient-care conferences for effective communication of the required service delivery.
• Supervise staff and ensure adherence to policies and procedures of the department.
• Participate in the orientation and education of new staff.
• Adhere to the Nursing Code of Ethics, perform professionally and always maintain confidentiality of office.
• Adhere to patient safety protocols, risk management strategies, and infection control practices.
• Supervise and administer the delivery of intravenous fluid, blood and blood products in accordance with Policy.
• Complete and submit annual objectives as required, complete self-assessment and annual performance appraisal in conjunction with manager.
• Participate in the evaluation and monitoring of the quality of patient care and pursue opportunities to improve patient care and resolve identified problems.
• Pursue on going education and training to remain current in best practices and advancement in critical Care.