Job Description:
An Anaesthetic Staff Nurse is required to contribute as a valuable member of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations:
* Actively contribute as a valuable member of a multidisciplinary team.
* Ensure the safe operation of medical equipment and maintain adequate supplies in an optimally arranged clinical setting.
* Comply with internal departmental controls and hospital-wide regulatory requirements.
* Participate in mandatory hospital surveys and regulatory processes.
Clinical Responsibilities:
* The role requires adherence to The Professional Scope of Practice Framework (NMBI 2000), ensuring that:
* Each patient receives an individualised assessment of their needs.
* A structured care plan is developed, implemented, and evaluated.
* Patients receive care in a safe, clinically appropriate environment, following hospital policies and guidelines.
* Delegation is appropriate to the skill level and competence of the assigned individual.
* Documentation is maintained professionally, legibly, and in a timely manner.
* Act as a deputy for the Clinical Coordinator when required.
Interdepartmental Collaboration:
* Foster and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, physicians, patients, families, and external agencies.
* Communicate effectively with the Clinical Coordinator throughout the shift.
* Exhibit the ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities appropriately.
* Engage in ongoing collaboration with physicians and healthcare providers to optimise patient outcomes and meet unit goals.
Personal & Professional Development:
* Maintain a professional portfolio.
* Take advantage of opportunities to educate patients and their families.
* Attend relevant study days and training courses.
* Serve as a preceptor or mentor for students and newly appointed staff.
Educational Responsibilities:
* Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager:
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of learning opportunities within the clinical area.
* Support the induction and training of new nursing and support staff.
* Take responsibility for personal learning and professional development.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
* Registered General Nurse (NMBI).
* Certification in BLS & ACLS.
Experience:
* At least one year of post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting, preferably in Anaesthetics.
* A management course is desirable.
Job-Specific Competencies & Knowledge:
1. Teamwork:
* Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Demonstrate motivation and dedication to the role.
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
3. Planning & Organisation:
* Effective planning, organisational, and time management skills.
4. Technical & Clinical Knowledge:
* Recent and relevant experience in anaesthetics and acute care settings.
* Awareness of advancements and national strategies in specialised nursing care.
5. Patient & Customer Focus:
* Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
6. Personal Attributes:
* A high level of flexibility is essential to meet the dynamic needs of the hospital. The post holder must be adaptable to changes and requirements as directed by management.