JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

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1 Adelaide Health Service LYELL McEWIN HOSPITAL JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Position Title: Advanced Nurse /Midwife Nurse Practitioner Perinatal Mental Health Classification Code: Registered Nurse/Midwife Level 4 Division: W&C Health Division Branch: Lyell McEwin Hospital Type of Appointment: Section: o Ongoing Position Number: o Temporary Position Created: o Other Term Job & Person Specification Approval MEREDITH HOBBS Nursing & Midwifery Director Women & Children s Division / / Date JOB SPECIFICATION 1. Summary of the broad purpose of the position in relation to the organisation's goals: In the course of fulfilling the role of Advanced Clinical Nurse Practitioner, Level 4, Nurse/Midwifes at this level, primarily providing direct expert nursing/midwifery care for individuals and/or groups of patients/clients. Level 4 clinicians may practice beyond the usual extent of nursing/midwifery scope of practice and are autonomous clinical decision makers, working independently and collaboratively in the health care system. Employees in this role accept accountability for their nursing/midwifery practice; professional advice given, delegations of care made and for addressing inconsistencies between practice and policy. Practice model adopted by the Lyell McEwin Hospital to enact this role, including but not limited to undertaking: - Primarily providing direct expert nursing/midwifery care for individuals and/or groups of patients/clients; - Providing clinical leadership to nurses/midwifes within the span of appointment. Job & Person Specification (W&C) Advanced Nurse/Midwife Nurse Practitioner Level 4 Perinatal Mental Health Page 1 of 5

2 2. 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). The Advanced Nurse/Midwife Clinical Practice Consultant: Reports to Nursing or Midwifery Director (Level 5) or to the relevant position in your local health unit/service Maintains close collaborative working relationships with all level 3 and level 4 Nurses/Midwives. Maintain a collegial relationships between Nursing, Medical and Allied Health Staff Supports and works collaboratively with less experienced members of the nursing team. Maintains close collaborative working relationships with primary health care and community health professionals. 3. Special Conditions. The appointee is to be subjected to a Criminal History Check prior to confirmation of appointment. The incumbent will be required to enter into an annual performance agreement for the achievement of (specific or service or program) outcomes. 4. Statement of Key Outcomes and Activities 4.1 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 management in accordance with the context, patient need, and any required authorisation by ; Integrating contemporary information and evidence with personal experience to support the decision making, innovative thinking and objective analysis that are expected at this level; Applying and sharing expert clinical knowledge to improve patient/client care; Comprehensively assessing health status including history and physical examination; Initiating and interpreting diagnostic pathology and/or radiology; Initiating interventional therapies, medications and use of health appliances or equipment; Clinically managing clients either directly or by delegation; Communicating patient management plans to all relevant members of the health care team, including general practitioners; Admitting and discharging from inpatient and/or clinic settings; Practicing extensions of the nursing/midwifery role in accordance with local clinical and/or admitting privileges, agreements, practice guidelines and/or protocols and State and Federal legislation and regulatory requirements; The role may be sessional in combination with clinical practice responsibilities Contributing to the human resource management of the unit/service by. Maintain productive working relationships and manage conflict resolution; 4.2 Contributes to the achievement of nursing/midwifery best practice and where relevant facilitates the development and application of relevant nursing research by; Contribute clinical expertise to learning environments, which may include individual/team capability development and/or post registration clinical teaching; 4.3 Contributes to the achievement of professional expertise through the maintenance of ongoing personal professional development/continuing education: Hold a contemporary professional practice portfolio containing evidence of postgraduate qualifications and learning and practice experiences that underpin a demonstrable Job & Person Specification (W&C) Advanced Nurse/Midwife Nurse Practitioner Level 4 Perinatal Mental Health Page 2 of 5

3 application of knowledge and skills commensurate with the level of autonomy, decision making authority and influence of recommendations expected of the role. Statement of Key Outcomes and Activities (continued) 4.4 Contributes to the health and safety of themselves, fellow employees and clients by: Acting in accordance with their responsibilities under the Occupational Health Safety and Welfare legislation: Ensuring all staff have an understanding of their responsibilities under Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare legislation: Ensuring staff are wearing personal protective equipment and clothing if required by the nature of the work; Reporting incidents, work injuries and potential work hazards; Developing safe working procedures Responding to employees concerns and enquiries on health and safety, whether they be made directly or through Health and safety representatives Understanding and adhering to operating policies, procedures and safety rules; 4.5 Demonstrate responsibility and commitment to Infection Control policy by using Standard Precautions strategies and actions as outlined in the Lyell McEwin Hospital Infection Control Manual. 4.6 Provides transformational leadership to achieve the strategic goals of the organisation by: Inspiring staff towards a shared vision; Espousing the Lyell McEwin Hospital nursing values that guide our behaviour towards each other, the decisions we make and how we provide our services: Trust Being transparent in the way we work Integrity Being true to yourself Respect Being consistent both publicly and privately Valuing diversity Applauding ideas Recognition of everyone s contribution Acting as a role model of expected nursing leadership behaviours: - enables and empowers staff, - celebrates success and recognises staff for their achievements, - fair and equitable in support of staff - provides challenges to the work - builds collaborative relationships with Medical staff, Allied health and Business Consultants Working collaboratively with the Nursing Director to develop and monitor the strategic and annual operating plans for the Service ensuring plans are aligned with the corporate vision and strategic direction. Representing the Division s interests in Corporate activities/ committees; Contributing to the promotion of nursing and the hospital by establishing external networks and participating in nursing and corporate promotional activities; Collaborating in the development and implementation of policies, objectives and criteria for standards of care across Lyell McEwin. Maintaining an effective communication system which fosters a patient centred, outcome focused approach; Acting in accordance with the profession s Codes of Conduct and Ethics; Accepting accountability for own actions and activities delegated to others. Approved by Line Manager: / / Acknowledged by Occupant: / / Job & Person Specification (W&C) Advanced Nurse/Midwife Nurse Practitioner Level 4 Perinatal Mental Health Page 3 of 5

4 PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Those characteristics considered absolutely necessary) Educational/Vocational Qualifications Registered or eligible for registration as a General Nurse by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of South Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate Authorised as Nurse Practitioner with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of South Australia, practice band Acute care, Area of Practice Mental Health. Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: Effective leadership skills including highly developed skills in communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation. Demonstrated counselling and advanced clinical skills. Demonstrated ability to participate/initiate and or facilitate high quality research. Experience Registered Nurse/Midwife with at least 5 years post registration experience or currently classified as a Clinical Nurse/Midwife. Demonstrated advanced level of nursing practice in the care and management of perinatal clients with mental health illnesses. Experience in developing policies and procedures in the relevant area of clinical practice. Knowledge Knowledge and understanding of the Nurse Practitioner s role. Understanding of the requirements of the Nursing & Midwifery Practice Act Comprehensive understanding of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competencies for the Registered and Enrolled Nurses and Midwifes in Recommended Domains. Knowledge and understanding of the ANMC Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses/Midwives in Australia (2008) and the Commissioner for Public Employment Code of Ethics for Public Employees. Knowledge and understanding of legislative responsibilities for OHS&W, Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation and Equal Opportunity. Knowledge of Quality Improvement Systems as applied to a hospital setting. Knowledge of contemporary nursing/midwifery and health care issues. Job & Person Specification (W&C) Advanced Nurse/Midwife Nurse Practitioner Level 4 Perinatal Mental Health Page 4 of 5

5 DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS (To distinguish between applicants who have met all essential requirements) Educational/Vocational Qualifications Commenced or completed relevant masters program or essential components and credentialed as a Mental Health Nurse. Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: Ability to work within a team framework that fosters an environment that develops staff potential. Skills in using computers and software relevant to the area of practice. Experience Experience in evaluating the results of nursing research and integrating, where relevant, the results into nursing practice. Previous experience in a Nurse Practitioner/Nurse Practitioner Candidate role. Knowledge Knowledge of the South Australian Public Health System. Knowledge of contemporary professional nursing/midwifery issues. Other Details: Job & Person Specification (W&C) Advanced Nurse/Midwife Nurse Practitioner Level 4 Perinatal Mental Health Page 5 of 5