JOB & PERSON SPECIFICATION

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1 JOB & PERSON SPECIFICATION POSITION TITLE: CLASSIFICATION CODE: Registered Nurse/Midwife Registered Nurse/Midwife DIVISION: Level 1 Acute Services TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Contract DEPARTMENT: Nursing Casual Permanent Other Term POSITION NUMBER: POSITION CREATED: JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION APPROVAL....../.../ /.../... Chief Executive Officer Department Head MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with consumers and other organisations, we maximise the health and wellbeing of the community by providing professional health services that are cost effective and informed by primary health care principles. The Port Lincoln Health Services embraces the following Core Values: We treat each other with respect and understanding We promote a strong work ethic We promote the use of good manners and excellence in customer service We present ourselves in a professional manner We are supportive of each other We value ourselves, each other and our community We provide a safe and healthy workplace and promote a safe working culture. Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 1 of 7

2 JOB SPECIFICATION 1. Summary of the broad purpose of the position in relation to the organisations goals: 1.1 The Port Lincoln Health Service is committed to safe practice and quality of nursing care by which the community, the profession and other health care workers can assess and measure performance. 1.2 This is supported by organisational structures and processes which ensure: Accountability for the care delivered; Client advocacy; Teamwork and coordination amongst all employees to achieve positive client outcomes. 1.3 The Registered Nurse has a responsibility for promoting the role and function of the registered nurse both internally, and to the community at large Under the direction of the appropriate manager, the registered nurse is required to provide quality nursing care to all patients/clients treated and/or admitted to the Port Lincoln Health Service Reporting / Working Relationships: {To whom the person reports, staff for whom the person is responsible, and other significant connections and working relationships within the organisation}. 2.1 The Registered Nurse/Midwife is reports to the Manger of the specific clinical area, and is accountable to the Director of Acute Services. 2.2 The Registered Nurse/Midwife provides direct or indirect supervision of Assistants in Nursing, Students in Enrolled Nursing and Enrolled Nurses 2.3 The Registered Nurse/Midwife must establish collaborative and effective working relationship with all nursing and/or midwifery staff. 2.4 The Registered Nurse/Midwife maintains cooperative and productive working relationships with all members of the health care team. 2.5 The Registered Nurse/Midwife is accountable for his/her own practice standards and activities delegated to others. 3. Special Conditions: {Such as travel requirements, flexibility of work hours, location etc}. 3.1 The appointee will be subject to a Criminal History Check prior to confirmation of appointment. 3.2 The incumbent will uphold the Core Values of the Port Lincoln Health Services. 3.3 The incumbent is required to enter into an annual Career Review Process for the achievement of (specific or service or program) outcomes. 3.4 All employees are subject to a six-month probationary period unless they are recruited from within the South Australian Public Sector. 3.5 Some out of hours work may be required. 3.6 The Registered Nurse/Midwife is expected to participate in any mandatory training, unit/ward based competencies and available Staff Development activities as prescribed by the current Enterprise Agreement, and as determined by the organisation. 3.7 The Registered Nurse/Midwife may be required to undertake Higher duties or in charge shift responsibilities as rostered. 4. Statement of Organisational Outcomes and Activities: {Group into major areas of responsibility/activity and list in descending order of importance} Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 2 of 7

3 4.1 Contribute to Healthy Working Relationships by adhering to the Port Lincoln Health Services Core Values and the South Australian Public Sector Code of Conduct. 4.2 Participate actively in the Quality Improvement and Risk Management Programs and processes. 4.3 Undertake and observe best practice requirements in the management of official records in accordance with the State Records Act 1997 s5 (c). 4.4 Undertake to appreciate cultural diversity and, accordingly, care for all members of the community valuing and supporting identified cultural needs. 4.5 Contribute to the well-being of people in South Australia through participation in Counter Disaster activities including attendance, as required, at training programs and exercises to develop the necessary skills required to participate in responses in the event of a disaster and/or major incident. 4.6 Contribute to the promotion and implementation of the General Public Sector Management Aims, Personnel Management Standards and employee conduct standards and in particular Equal Opportunity and Occupational Health Safety and Welfare by adhering to the provisions of relevant legislative requirements. 5. Statement of Key Job Outcomes and Activities: {Group into major areas of responsibility/activity and list in descending order of importance} 5.1 Technical Skills and Application: Assists with the provision of professional high quality patient care within the ward/unit/service aimed at improving patient health outcomes through: Improving nursing/midwifery and patient care procedures and practices by; Providing direct nursing/midwifery care and/or individual case management to patients/clients on a shift by shift basis based in a defined clinical area. Assessing individual patients/clients needs, planning and implementing or coordinating appropriate service delivery from a range of accepted options Providing health education, counselling and rehabilitation programs to improve the health outcomes of individual patients/clients or groups; Planning and coordinating services including those of other disciplines or agencies as required to meet individual and/or group health care needs; Practicing as a Registered Nurse within a nursing model established to support patient/client care or, as a Registered Midwife working in partnership with women, respecting and supporting their right to self determination in the life processes of pregnancy, birthing and parenthood. Demonstrating and promoting a risk minimisation approach to practice and support implementation and maintenance of systems to protect patients and employees; Contributing to procedures for effectively dealing with people exhibiting challenging behaviours Contributes to the human resource management of the unit/service by; Reviewing decisions, assessments and reccomendations from less experienced Registered Nurses/Midwives, Enrolled Nurses and Students Providing support and guideance to newer or less experienced nursing staff, students and other employees providing basic nursing care. Supporting nursing/midwifery practice learning experiences for students undertaking clinical placement, orientation for any new employees and perceptorship of graduates. Contributes to the achievement of professional expertise through the maintenance of ongoing personal professional development/continuing education by; Continuing own professional development, seek learning opportunities and developing and maintaining own professional development portfolio of learning and experience.. Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 3 of 7

4 5.2 Teamwork and Communication: Establishes and maintains effective working relations with all clients, customers and relevant persons. Utilises dynamic interpersonal skills conducive to promoting harmony and cooperation in the workplace. Demonstrates advanced written and verbal communication skills. 5.3 Documentation and Administration: Ensure that all documentation is accurate, complies with DoH Guidelines and is completed in a professional and timely manner. Ensures all legislative requirements are evidenced and implemented. 5.4 Continuous Quality Improvement, OHSWIM and Risk Management Programs: Demonstrates an understanding of, the legislative requirements of the Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act. Demonstrated commitment and active participation in the Quality Improvement program, supporting the ongoing accreditation of the health service. Use safe and healthy work practices, maintain safe working conditions and monitor the work environment for the purpose of risk minimisation to all employees and patients. Properly utilise safety devices and personal protective equipment. 5.5 Personal and Professional Development: Act to enhance the professional development of self and others, by employing acceptable standards of practice to assess personal and peer performance. 5.6 Customer Service Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Positively promote nursing and the organisation both internally and externally. Comply with the organisations policy regarding confidentiality at all times, without exception. Demonstrate an ability to implement and maintain systems to achieve excellence in Customer Service. Approved by Executive Director: / / Acknowledged by Occupant: / / Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 4 of 7

5 PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS {Those characteristics considered absolutely necessary} 1. Educational / Vocational Qualifications: 1.1 Registered as a Registered Nurse/Midwife with the Nurses Board of South Australia and holds a current practicing certificate 1.2 Proficient in the use of Information Technology. 2. Personal Abilities / Aptitudes / Skills: {Related to the job description and expressed in a way which allows objective assessment} 2.1 Have an understanding of, and the ability to manage to the spirit and principles of the Premier s Safety Commitment and the legislative requirements of the Occupational Health Safety and Welfare Act. 2.2 Demonstrates a high standard of written and verbal communication skills. 2.3 Demonstrates a high standard of interpersonal skills with all people at all times, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. 2.4 Demonstrated organisational skills including the ability to positively adapt to change. 2.5 Demonstrated ability to plan and priorotise workloads to effectively meet set deadlines. 2.6 A commitment towards quality improvement, and active participation in the processes involved. 2.7 Ability to be creative, innovative and flexible when approaching issues within the health care setting. 3. Experience: 3.1 Demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing practice in accordance with appropriate standards of practice 4. Knowledge: 4.1 Knowledge and understanding of the role of the Registered Nurse/Midwife within the employment setting. 4.2 Understanding of the requirements of the Nurses Act Understanding of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competencies for the Registered and Enrolled Nurse and Midwives in Reccomended Domains. 4.4 Knowledge and understanding of the ANMC Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses/Midwives in Australia (2003) and the Commissioner for Public Employment Code of Conduct for Public Employees 4.5 Knowledege and understanding of legislative responsibility for OHS&W, Workers Comensation, Rehabilitation and Equal Opportunity 4.6 Knowledge of Quality Improvement Systems as applied to the Health Care Setting. 4.7 Knowledge of Contemporary professional nursing/midwifery and Health Care issues. 4.8 A sound knowledge of Primary Health Care principles and strategies appropriate to the incumbents position.g Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 5 of 7

6 DESIRABLE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS {To distinguish between applicants who have met all essential requirements} 5. Educational / Vocational Qualifications: 5.1 Holds or is working towards post graduate qualifications relevant to area of practice. 5.2 Holds or is working towards a post graduate qualification in buisness or management. 6. Personal Abilities / Aptitudes / Skills: (Related to the job description and expressed in a way which allows objective assessment): 6.1 Ability to work within a team framework that fosters an environment that develops staff potentiall 7. Experience: 7.1 Experience in evaluating the results of nursing research and integrating, where relevant, the results into nursing practice. 8. Knowledge: 8.1 Knowledge of Quality improvement standards and processes 8.2 Knowledge of contemporary professional nursing issues. COMMITMENT TO WORKPLACE VALUES The Department of Health values have an influence on the people we employ Every organisation has values that govern the way people are treated and the way decisions are made. The Department s Strategic Plan identifies the values that guide our behaviours. These behaviours apply to all employees and govern the way people in the organisation are treated, the way decisions are made and how we provide our services. These values are used in day-to-day communication and interaction between all employees and are linked to the whole of government Code of Conduct, Performance Development, Job and Person Specifications and Department of Health Employment Conditions. The Department of Health Organisational Values are: HONESTY We show honesty by speaking truthfully, within the boundaries of confidentiality. This is shown in our dealings within the Department and with our consumers and partners by: saying what we mean and meaning what we say, keeping our promises, telling the truth tactfully, providing honest feedback and answers and admitting to mistakes. Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 6 of 7

7 RESPECT We show respect by speaking and acting with courtesy. We treat others with dignity and use culturally appropriate ways of communicating. This is shown in our dealings within the Department and with our consumers and partners by: treating everyone fairly, communicating so people can understand, listening to others, and seeking and providing feedback. INTEGRITY We show integrity by honouring our values and the rules of our department, government and nation. This is shown in our dealings within the department and with our consumers and partners by: doing the right thing, abiding by the values, standing up for what we believe in, and taking responsibility for our mistakes. ***************** I have the ability and commitment to behave consistently with the stated values of the Department of Health and the core values of Port Lincoln Health Services. Signature / / Date Please complete and return with your application to the nominated person The right people with the right skills in the right place at the right time Template developed by: Executive on: Feburary 2006 Page 7 of 7