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POSITION TITLE: PERFORMANCE INDICATORS P.I. 4 Technical Skills And Application KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Nursing Supervisor (After Hours) 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. 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 6
POSITION TITLE: PERFORMANCE INDICATORS P.I. 5 Teamwork & Communication KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Nursing Supervisor (After Hours) 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: _______________________________ 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 7
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