MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To deliver safe, quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team
Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged
REQUIRED EDUCATION
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Enrolled Nurse Certificate
DESIRED EDUCATION: For specialised wards, CPD courses in specific speciality area
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
1. Basic life support trained
2. Infection prevention and control
3. Pharmacology
4. Scientific nursing principles and process
5. Patient assessment skills
6. Nursing processes and procedures
7. Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
8. Relevant nursing legislation
9. Nursing care plan skills
10. Risk identification