The post holder will always work within the scope of practice, put the health, wellbeing and safety of their patient first as they assess, plan, implement and evaluate their needs.
ResponsibilitiesEnsure and oversee the care that is delivered to all patients in the unit is safe, appropriate and effective.
Determine nursing interventions based on assessment data.
Prioritizes identified needs.
Implement nursing actions and evaluates patient outcomes.
Develops or revises the plan of care
Co-ordinate the overall clinical activities of the unit when assigned to the charge nurse role.
Collaborate with the Nursing Supervisor on staffing for a particular shift.
Plan, implement and evaluate clinical programs.
Evaluate the ability of the patient and the patient’s bystanders to understand and participate in decisions about their care.
Maintain accurate and real-time clinical records.
Perform advanced or specialized nursing skills competently.
Maintain current knowledge of clinical nursing practice.
Act as a clinical resource for staff within the department/unit.
Communicate and consult with other health care disciplines.
Represent nursing at multidisciplinary rounds.
Perform essential life support as per regulatory requirements and scope such as but not limited to Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation etc.
Participate in the development of standards, procedures and protocols.
Promote change in nursing practice when required.
Take a proactive role under the guidance of Nursing Management/Nursing Education in training, education and CQI activities of nursing staff.
Promote a safe learning environment.
Identify opportunities for improvement.
Perform other professional duties as may be assigned within his/her scope and ability.
QualificationsEssential: the post holder must
Have evidenced experience in managing teams
Be able to influence and implement change when necessary
Be able to make decisions and communicate effectively
Have an appropriate license to work as a registered nurse in the relevant regulatory health authority with all the qualifications and experience these mandates.
Manage their own professional re-licensure.
Have valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider card.
Be willing to work across departments when necessary.
Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)
DESIRABLE:
The post holder should have :
Evidenced ability to work as part of an inter-professional team
Organizational and administrative skills with which to use the electronic medical record platform for clinical documentation
Be able to communicate effectively in Arabic
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