Staff Nurse-SKMC-BSP-Office of the Nursing Director

OverviewUnderstands, supports and promotes the mission, vision and values of Organization. Provides age appropriate patient care according to the Nursing Scope of Practice as defined by the regulatory body. Adheres to and promotes the Professional Nurses Code of Conduct for Abu Dhabi. Promotion of health and delivery of health education.ResponsibilitiesLeadershipDemonstrates critical thinking, conflict management and problem solving abilityPromotes an interdisciplinary team approach based on mutual respect and direct communication between health professionals to provide patient and family centered careIdentify, manage and report incidents to immediate supervisor and to physician as requiredActs as role model to fellow nursing staffPromotes a suitable learning environment for staff, acts as mentor/ preceptor as neededSupervises practical nurses and practical midwives, junior staff and student nurses to ensure the provision of safe and effective patient careDemonstrates a working knowledge of resource consumption and practices within a cost effective frameworkActively participates in organizational change in a constructive mannerPerforms in-charge duties as delegatedClinical PracticeResponsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with the organization’s policy and procedures and the unit scope of serviceDemonstrates knowledge in and compliance with the completion of documentation in an appropriate timeframe according to BE policies and guidelinesDemonstrates ability to navigate Malaffi accurately and efficientlyUses the individualized, integrated plan of care to guide and prioritize care throughout the episode incorporating discharge planning and setting measurable goals daily which are transparent to the patientAssumes accountability and responsibility for own practice and does not carry out tasks beyond level of competenceUtilizes evidence based practice in the provision of careIdentifies significant changes in patient condition, initiates appropriate action and reports to immediate supervisor or physician as appropriate. Utilizes early warning scoring tools where appropriate to identify deterioration in a timely fashion and escalates care appropriately as per SEHA policyDemonstrates knowledge in the assessment and reassessment of pain and complies with BE policies, guidelines and documentation in the treatments and escalation of pain managementPrioritizes patient care based on ongoing assessment of patient needsParticipates in the referral process and utilizes available resources for the provision of comprehensive care to patients and familiesDemonstrates service excellence and acts as a patient advocate to support the patient’s rights and dignity at all timesFacilitates a climate of mutual understanding, and appreciation of cross cultural differences inherent in a multicultural societyDemonstrates knowledge and compliance with the seven rights of medication administration, high risk medication and narcotics policy and the medication reconciliation processIs accountable and responsible to practice within the Ministry of Health and HA-AD Narcotic Policies and ProceduresDemonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the reporting of medication errors including near misses or adverse drug reactions on Patient Safety NetResponds to all levels of emergencies according to the organization’s policies and proceduresCommunicationUpholds the organization’s customer service standards at all timesDemonstrates ability to communicate clearly, timely and concisely using appropriate channels respective to the situationFacilitates effective communication between the patient, family and the interdisciplinary health care team as requiredActively participates in meetings, rounds and case conferences in the role of primary nurseProvides comprehensive clinical handover and reports as required to ensure patient safety. Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with SBAREstablishes and maintains professional boundaries with patients and members of the health care teamRecognizes appropriate communication channels respective to the situationPerformance Improvement/RiskParticipates in quality improvement activities by assisting with the development, implementation and review of policies, procedures and guidelinesActively contributes to the organizations culture of patient safetyMonitors and assists in evaluating unit operation and services in order to correct problems, improve systems and ensure safe patient careEnsures provision of a clean and safe working environment that minimizes risks to patients and familyIdentifies risk in the environment, escalates and maintains records of reporting if appropriateDemonstrates knowledge of and is compliant with isolation precautions and hand hygieneIs compliant with all annual mandatory Health and Safety training as per BE policyDemonstrates knowledge and understanding of, and compliance with International and DOH patient safety goalsQua