Registered Nurse Division 1: Grade 5 Nursing ... - GHA Central

Registered Nurse Division 1: Grade 5 

Nursing Supervisor 

GIPPSLAND SOUTHERN HEALTH SERVICE (GSHS) – 

Vision Statement: 

Mission Statement: 

Dedicated to Health 

We Care For You 

Corporate Objectives: 

1. Maintain and develop services to meet our community’s needs 

2. Remain Accredited 

3. Remain committed to having a staff that is skilled and motivated 

4. Ensure financial viability 

5. Maintain and improve facilities and infrastructure 

6. Ensure quality health services are provided in a safe environment. 

NAME: 

_________________________________________________________ 

CLASSIFICATION: Registered Nurse Division One, Grade 5 

SALARY & 

CONDITIONS: 

As per award 

AWARD: Nurses (Victorian Health Services) Award, 1992 

FACILITY: Nursing Division DATE JOINED SERVICE: ___________________ 

RESPONSIBLE TO: 

RESPONSIBLE FOR: 

Director of Nursing Via Campus Manager 

Providing professional nursing services consistent with Nursing Division philosophy 

& objectives, current position description and accepted standards of nursing 

practice. Nurses employed at Gippsland Southern Health Service shall be 

conversant with and practise according to the: 

 

 

ANCI Code of Ethics For Nurses In Australia 

ANCI Code of Professional Conduct For Nurses In Australia 

PERFORMANCE MONITORING: 

An initial formal review of performance will be undertaken within three months following appointment and 

then at least every 12 months based upon this position description. 

LAST APPRAISAL DATE:_____________________ 

NEXT APPRAISAL DATE:________________ 

REVIEW OF POSITION DESCRIPTION: 

This position description will be reviewed annually in conjunction with Performance Appraisal, when the 

position becomes vacant or as deemed necessary for on-going and effective performance management. 

Ref: ANCI Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses in Australia; Jan 2001 

ANCI Code of Ethics for Nurses in Australia; 2002 

Reviewed: June/July 2004 

© Copyright - Proteus Australia Pty Ltd, 1999. GIPPSLAND SOUTHERN HEALTH SERVICE 

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KEY SELECTION CRITERIA: 

To perform effectively in this position, the person should possess demonstrated /potential for development of 

competencies in the following 6 Key Performance Areas: 

1. PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. 

Demonstrates on-going commitment to both personal and professional development in their career and 

industry overall. Actively explores learning opportunities to enhance competency and skills base. 

Commitment to the development of the nursing profession overall. Facilitates a work environment 

conducive to the personal and professional growth of the clinical team and GSHS Nursing Division. 

2. CUSTOMER SERVICE. 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated understanding of and 

experience in liaising with a wide range of internal and external clients. 

3. ADMINISTRATION & DOCUMENTATION 

Uses established processes to ensure all administrative, data collection/reporting and documentation 

requirements are met in a professional, effective and timely manner. Strives to achieve organisational 

goals and objectives and complies with policies/procedures in the administration of the clinical work 

area and delivery of nursing services after hours. 

4. TECHNICAL SKILLS & APPLICATION. 

Has the high level of technical and management skills necessary to meet the service needs of the work 

area and organisation. Able to practise to the level of initiative and independence expected of an 

proficient-expert practitioner. This includes a well developed understanding of GSHS organisational 

structure and health management systems overall. 

5. TEAMWORK & COMMUNICATION 

Supports and communicates effectively with the NUM, Nursing Executive, other departmental heads 

and the health care team as part of the nursing management team at GSHS. Works effectively in this 

supervisory role as a leader of the nursing team, communicating effectively with all key stakeholders to 

achieve the best outcomes for patients and the organisation 

6. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT. 

Is committed to ensuring quality health care services are delivered to both internal & external clients 

through continuous improvement activities. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

ESSENTIAL: • Current practising certificate from the Nurses Board of Victoria 

• Clinical Nursing Skills as listed in P.I. 4 

• Experience in/Potential to develop higher level management skills 

• Provides evidence of ongoing personal and professional development 

• Practices and promotes commitment to ANCI competencies and Codes of 

Ethics/Professional conduct 

• Practices and promotes commitment to Australian Confederation of Operating Room 

Nurses Limited Competency Standards (Perioperative Nurses) 

• Practices and promotes commitment to Australian College of Midwives incorporated 

Competency Standards (Midwives) 

• Current experience in nursing specialties according to scope of responsibilities in the 

appointed clinical area 

DESIRABLE: • Additional Certification / Qualifications in Nursing or working towards same to 

Graduate Diploma or higher level. 

• Previous experience in middle management (ANUM/NUM) role 





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POSITION TITLE: 

PERFORMANCE 

INDICATORS 

P.I. 1 

 

Personal & 

Professional 

Development 

(Incl. Conduct) 

 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Nursing Supervisor (After Hours) 

Is committed to continual personal and professional development to meet the changing 

needs of this position, career , GSHS & health care industry overall; 

Readily and consistently seeks out and accesses opportunities for learning; 

Attends all mandatory training sessions provided by GSHS and is actively involved in 

other training & development programs relevant to this role. Minimum requirements:- 

C.P.R., Fire safety & evacuation procedures, No Lift (Back Injury Prevention) training 

yearly in addition to meeting the minimum hours in service training target per year as set 

by the organisation (2004: 16 hours) 

Reflects on & critically evaluates own standards of practice and outcomes of care to 

continually improve and promote delivery of quality care; 

Actively participates in the annual Performance Appraisal process for self and others as 

delegated using professional standards of practice as a basis for appraisal; 

Provides for the continuing personal and professional development of the nursing team 

under your supervision; 

Maintains general nursing/specialist competencies as listed, including successful 

 

DESCRIPTION 

completion of competency assessments as necessary; 

Acts as a positive role model through a readiness to share knowledge and experience with 

the nursing team, through inspired leadership and effective coaching and supervising 

skills 

Maintains professional networks and affiliations to enhance awareness of current 

professional issues; 

Takes responsibility and can account for the results of actions taken by self and other 

staff whom you supervise, including exercising of good judgement and sound thinking in 

the discharge of your supervisory duties (‘accountability’); 

Recognises the need for care of self and nursing team and acts to promote same; 

Values environmental ethics and social, economic and ecologically sustainable 

environment that promotes health and wellbeing through the community; 

Refrains from engaging in exploitation, misinformation and misrepresentation in regard 

to health care products, nursing staff under your direction and nursing services. 

Knows, recognises and maintains professional boundaries of the nurse – client 

relationship; 

Conducts oneself in a professional manner at all times. 

Maintains post graduate competency standards as listed by peak nursing bodies: 

- Australian Confederation of Operating Room Nurses Limited 

- Australian College of Midwives incorporated 





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PERFORMANCE 

INDICATORS 

P.I. 2 

 

Customer Service 

 

 

 



DESCRIPTION 

Respect is shown for all individuals’ needs, values, culture and vulnerability in the 

discharge of your nursing duties and customer service; 

Acknowledges, respects and protects the rights of individuals/groups in relation to 

healthcare and in making informed choices in relation to their care; 

Facilitates access to necessary information for individuals/groups to support informed 

decision-making, and their active participation in all stages of the care process; 

Holds in confidence any information obtained in a professional capacity, complying with 

GSHS Privacy Policies in relation to the obtaining, accessing, security, use and 

disclosure of private and health information; 

Promotes and preserves the trust that is inherent in the privileged relationship between 

the nurse and their patients/customers with respect to both their person and their 

property; 

Acts to positively promote GSHS both internally & externally; 

Provides prompt and courteous service to staff, clients, families/ carers and colleagues; 

Assists internal and external customers in the timely reporting and effective resolution of 

problems/concerns; 

Works to support and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment within GSHS for 

customers and colleagues; 

Identifies and reports instances of unsatisfactory customer service and responds 

appropriately to support improved outcomes; 

Refers internal/external customers to appropriate others in order to promote efficient and 

effective customer service; 

Refers patient / family, Unit/Work area grievances/problems to the NUM and supports 

the NUM in effective resolution of same where required 

Facilitates access to other relevant specialist & adjunctive/allied health therapists (both 

internal & external) for the benefit of the clients we serve. 

Promotes a clinical environment that facilitates excellence in nursing practice and 

individual staff performance 





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PERFORMANCE 

INDICATORS 

P.I. 3 

Administration& 

Documentation 



Ensures all work area and clinical documentation conforms with established 

professional and legal standards including those governing the use of abbreviations; 

Completes all documentation (administrative and patient-related) in a professional, 

objective and timely manner providing for effective and efficient communication of 

information; 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DESCRIPTION 

Supervises and advises nursing staff in policy/procedure development and revision, 

making recommendations for change as identified by self or staff and ensuring staff 

compliance; 

Demonstrates a clear understanding of GSHS organisational structure and ‘chain of 

command’ 

Ensures prescribed GSHS reporting processes and lines of communication are used to 

notify of maintenance issues, accidents/incidents, adverse or sentinel events, 

compliments or complaints or any other issue that may impact on the effective 

management of patients, ward area and/or the organisation; 

In liaison with the NUM, plans for and allocates nursing and other resources safely, 

efficiently & equitably; 

Delegates responsibilities/tasks to others appropriately, that is, consistent with their 

educational preparation, experience, knowledge, and physical/emotional ability 

(‘competence’ and ‘readiness’); 

Institutes effective staffing and rostering processes including; 

– managing and delegating workloads appropriately according to 

admission/discharge processes, nurse: patient ratio’s, patient complexity and 

staffing skill mix; 

– maintaining the accuracy of the roster by documenting amendments in a prompt 

and legible manner; 

– ensuring individual staff sign the roster as being a true and correct record of their 

work pattern for the pay period; 

– timely completion of documentation relating to roster changes, overtime and 

unplanned and/or planned absences from work. i.e. sick leave, family leave, 

compassionate leave and annual leave requests 

Assists the NUM to acquire and/or maintain resources/systems/processes necessary to 

enhance patient management and quality service delivery 

Documents and reports all after-hours issues and incidents in a timely and professional 

manner 





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PERFORMANCE 

INDICATORS 

P.I. 4 

Technical Skills And 

Application 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



DESCRIPTION 

Proficiency and/or working toward those skills/assumed competencies required to 

address all phases of the nursing process as listed in Appendix A; 

Maintains own level of clinical skill necessary to support staff in their clinical duties as 

necessary and to effectively manage emergency situations after-hours 

Consistently applies and regularly practises GSHS emergency, safety and hazard 

control procedures and ensures staff compliance with mandatory training in these areas 

Ensures compliance with Infection control guidelines as per GSHS policy; 

Promotes reflective nursing practice within the team; 

Leads staff in exercising efficiency and sound judgement in decision making and when 

identifying situations requiring assistance from others 

Effectively manages and supervises nursing team members in all phases of the care 

process in liaison with NUM 

Demonstrates proficient middle and senior management skills particularly in: 

– staff education, 

– performance appraisal 

– conflict/grievance resolution 

– continuous quality improvement 

– clinical risk management 

Monitors after-hours activities in all clinical areas on the designated campus 

Computer skills particularly in ‘Word’ and ‘Excel’ program, use of ‘Outlook Express’ 

and internet health links. 

In liaison with Staff Development and NUM, is responsible for the effective 

orientation of new personnel to the clinical area incl. promoting Unit Philosophy and 

Objectives as shared goals 

Has an active role in committees and meeting forums as directed by the NUM/DON 

Assists in competency assessments and performance appraisals of nursing staff as 

delegated by the NUM 

Undertakes other teaching activities and involvement in on-going education sessions 

Assists the NUM in undertaking nursing research activities 

Coordinates services, manages workloads and allocates resources during after-hours 

periods in consultation with NUM/Campus Manager/DON. 





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PERFORMANCE 

INDICATORS 

P.I. 5 

Teamwork & 

Communication 



DESCRIPTION 

Utilises appropriate communication and interpersonal skills to meet psychosocial needs 

of individuals/groups for whom you are responsible and with whom you interact in your 

role and manager 

Actively participates in forums and meetings to enhance the effective communication of 

organisational, clinical and work area issues. 

Participates in team meetings to support the NUM and ensure communication of relevant 

issues 

Communicates effectively with colleagues, individuals and groups, using the appropriate 

formal or informal channels of communication. 

Works harmoniously with other GSHS staff and managers and according to established 

team and organisational goals to achieve service delivery excellence 

Demonstrates ability to work cooperatively with and support the decisions and roles of 

DON, Campus Manager/s and other Nursing Supervisors (incl. cross campus) 

Clearly and promptly communicates any issues of concern related to the work 

environment and/or clinical practice to the Campus Manager/ DON/CEO 

Promotes understanding of all aspects of the episode of care by ensuring staff effectively 

communicate and provide relevant information so patients and their families/significant 

others are involved and empowered. 

Ensures the education of individuals or groups to maintain and promote health and to 

manage their conditions effectively following discharge; 

Coordinates health care team activities during after-hours periods 

Collaborates and participates with other members of the healthcare team, and the 

individual/group in decision making. 

Maintains good public relations with client's relatives, friends and the community 

Liaises with relevant members of the health care team to support the individual’s rights to 

change and/or refuse care and to ensure the delivery of quality health care 

P.I. 6 

Continuous 

Improvement 

 

 

 

 

 

Promotes and upholds the provision of quality nursing care for all people without 

prejudice; 

Demonstrates commitment, promotes and actively contributes to continuous quality 

improvement activities to meet GSHS and Accreditation Standards. 

Implements effective discharge strategies and standards for compliance 

Ensures a safe work environment for clients, staff and visitors. 

Identifies and works to address opportunities for improvement by: 

– reporting customer satisfaction with services provided, 

– assisting NUM conduct internal audits and surveys to monitor quality and safety of 

care 

– investigating and reporting quality and safety issues 

– supporting performance improvement activities in consultation with senior nursing 

management 

– Supporting nursing research activities 

– Collecting clinical indicator data as directed by the NUM/CM/ADON 

– Participating in critical incident reviews and supporting staff in stress debriefing 

processes 

– Conducting sentinel/adverse event analysis 

Sign to verify agreement with this Position Description: 

Incumbent: ________________________________ Date: _______________________________ 

Manager: ________________________________ Date: _______________________________ 





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APPENDIX A 

Assumed Competencies Include: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Admission/discharge of patient commensurate with level of practice 

Vital signs monitoring – baseline T,P,R,B/P, O2 saturations, 

Appropriate checking of medications and drug calculations 

Use of IMED pumps, syringe driver sets and appropriate care of patients receiving IVT 

Pre & Post Operative Care – Baseline level – RPAO’s, wound and pain assessment 

Documentation – T.P.R., F.B.C., Care Plans, Progress Notes. 

Making appropriate referrals to organisational and community services. 

Glucometer – measurements and care of equipment 

Basic C.P.R and use of “heart stream” monitor. 

No Lift techniques and use of associated equipment, slides & sheets. 

Collection of basic pathology samples –MSU, CSU, sputum , stools & wound swabs 

Oxygen therapy, administration of and care of patient receiving oxygen, including humidified oxygen 

Performing 12 lead E.C.G. and to recognise BASIC arrhythmias 

Completion of RCS assessment and classification paperwork (residential care) 

Phlebotomy – venipuncture and collection of blood and blood culture samples for pathology 

Safe management of blood and blood product infusions. 

Managing patients with chest drains and UWSD 

Naso-gastric tube insertion and care of patient – includes PEG feeds 

Health promotion 

Simple Wound dressings / sterile technique 

Triage of Emergency presentations & first line emergency management 

Peripheral IV cannulation. 

Preceptorship 

Advanced Life Support incl. semi-automatic defibrillation & airway management 

Cardiac Monitors and telemetry – patient set up and monitoring of 

Management of Epidural catheters and pain in labour (midwives only) 

Management of implantable venous access devices i.e. Hickman’s/PICC lines 

Safe management of cytotoxic materials and waste 

Ventilatory support – use of BiPAP/CPAP 

Active and Passive Range of Motion Exercises 

Administering Eye Drops or Ointment 

Administering Intravenous Medications (bolus) 

Administering Intravenous Medications (burette) 





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APPENDIX A 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Administering Intravenous Medications (IV Container) 

Administration of a blood transfusion 

Ambulating the patient 

Aseptic Technique 

Assisting with Positioning of a dependent patient 

Blood Glucose Measurement 

Cardiovascular Assessment 

Cardiovascular Assessment – 12 Lead ECG 

Care of unconscious patient 

Complex Wounds – Wound Irrigation 

Daily care of the Neonate 

Dry Dressing Technique 

Gowning and Gloving 

Handwashing 

Management of Complex Wounds – Drain Removal 

Managing a patient who requires seclusion 

Managing a patient with a Central Venous Line 

Managing a patient with Chest Drains/Underwater Seal Drainage 

Managing Patient Controlled Analgesia or other Syringe Driven Medication 

Measuring Blood Pressure 

Measuring Temperature (oral), pulse and Respiration 

Medication Administration – Oral Medications 

Medication Administration: Parenteral Medication 

Mental Status Assessment 

Monitoring with Pulse Oximetry 

Nasogastric Tube Insertion 

Neurological Assessment 

Neurovascular Observations 

Packing a Wound 

Pain Assessment 

Patient Teaching 

Personal Hygiene – Bed Bath or Dependent Shower 

Personal Hygiene – Mouth care, Shaving, Hair care, Nail care 

Physical Assessment 





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APPENDIX A 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Post-operative Care 

Pre-operative Care 

Providing Oxygen Therapy via Nasal cannula or various masks 

Recovery Room Care and handover 

Respiratory Assessment 

Suctioning of endotracheal tube or tracheostomy 

Suctioning of oropharynx/nasopharynx 

Surgical Scrub 

Tracheostomy Care 

Urinary Catheterisation 

Use of Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Pain Relief – TENS 

Venipuncture 

MIDWIFERY SPECIFIC (FOR REGISTERED MIDWIVES) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antenatal Education 

Care of Patient – Antepartum haemorrhage 

Care of Patient – ARM, Artificial Rupture Membranes 

Artificial (complementary) feeding 

Care of Patient – Augmentation of labour 

Breast pump 

Care of Patient – Breastfeeding problems 

Care of Patient – Caesarean section 

Cardiotocograph (CTG) 

Cord blood collection 

Dummies and pacifiers 

Epidural pain management in labour 

Examination of the newborn 

Care of Patient – Foetal Heart rate monitoring 

Gavage feeding 

Care of Patient – Group B Streptococcus 

Care of Babe – Administration of Hepatitis B 

Care of Patient – Hydralazine infusion 

Care of Babe – Hypoglycaemia 





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APPENDIX A 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintenance of equipment - Insulcot 

Care of Patient – Misoprostol Administration (Vaginal) 

Care of Babe – Neonatal nutrition and hydration 

Care of Babe – Neonatal oxygen therapy 

Care of Babe – Neonatal screening test 

Care of Babe – Phototherapy 

Care of Patient – Post natal observations 

Care of Patient – Post partum haemorrhage 

Care of Patient – Pre-labour rupture of membranes 

Care of Patient – Pre-term labour 

Care of Patient – Prostin E2 vaginal gel 

Care of Patient – Salbutamol 

Care of Patient – Shoulder dystocia 

Care of Patient – Trial of scar 

Care of Patient – Vacuum extraction 

Care of Patient – Vaginal breech delivery 

Care of Patient – Vaginal examination 

Care of Babe – Vitamin K (Konakion) administration 

APPENDIX A 

Nursing Process Competencies 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Legal and bio-ethical issues in nursing 

Competencies related to the key management functions of: 

‣ Planning 

‣ Organising 

‣ Staffing 

‣ Directing 

‣ Controlling 

including critical thinking, assertiveness, conflict resolution, problem solving and motivating 

Human Resource Management including education, training, performance improvement, staffing selection 

and rostering, staff retention. 

Health Services Management incl. Financial management in health services 

Research methods 

Risk and Quality Management 





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