POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: RESPONSIBLE TO: HOURS OF DUTY: SALARY: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF NURSING Non and Risk Director Nursing and Clinical Services Full Time Negotiable but based on Level 4, Nurses (ANF - South Australian Private Sector) Award 2010. PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL: Appraisal 6 months after commencement thereafter annual performance review SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES St Andrew s Hospital goal is to provide service excellence and quality care to its patients. The position of Associate Director of Nursing (ADON) supports this goal by: Providing support as direct line Manager to Clinical Managers to ensure the effective management of available resources (financial, material and human resources). Using their clinical knowledge and experience to provide leadership and direction in the areas of responsibility in the nursing division Utilises the philosophy, objectives, policies, procedures and programmes of the Nursing Division as a foundation to plan, implement, control and evaluate methods and systems which support the safe, effective and efficient delivery of patient care and the efficient management of resources within the allocated budget. Promotes and maintains co-operative relationships with medical, administrative, allied health professional and ancillary staff. Develops and fosters productive working relationships with a wide range of staff and stakeholders. As part of the Nursing Executive team, assists with the development and achievement of the Hospitals strategic and operational plan. Has overarching responsibility for and coordinates the Risk Management systems hospital wide and is responsible for the risk management plan in area of control. Undertakes duties of the Privacy Officer organisational wide Responsible for Special Projects as designated by the Director Nursing and Clinical Services (DNCS). This will include research, investigation and outcome implementation.
2 Any other relevant duties as required by the DNCS. Is a valuable member to the Nursing Division team demonstrated by: Providing leadership and support of St Andrew s philosophy, mission and values. Participating in the delivery of strategic and operational goals for the Hospital. Developing programs consistent with the Hospital s objectives both short and long term. Participates on a range of organisation and external Committees associated with the management of St Andrew s Hospital as directed by the DNCS and CEO. Ensures adherence to legislation, reporting, WHS, EEO, national and local policies and procedures. Prepares and presents submissions to the DNCS, and other committees as directed. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CLINICAL LEADERSHIP AND EXPERTISE Responsible for operational and strategic management of the following areas: Wards 2 nd Floor, 4 th Floor, 3A, Cardiac, Critical Care Unit, Emergency Department and St Andrew s Chemotherapy Unit Breast Clinic Hospital Coordinators Nursing Hours for areas of control Case Management Special Projects Integrates contemporary information and research evidence with personal knowledge and experience to support executive level decision making. Participates in clinical service planning. In consultation with the DNCS initiates and oversees innovations, systemic change processes, and coordination of responses to services needs within span of control. Assists in the development of organisational philosophies, policies and procedures for the delivery of safe patient care. Assists the DNCS in ensuring that policies, standards and practices within the Nursing Division are in compliance with legal, industrial and professional requirements Assists with the responsibility of Bed Management for the Hospital. Acts as a role model and resource person for clinical expertise to the rest of the hospital as required.
3 Responsible for any designated Special Projects, to encompass research, outcomes and implementation. Provides collegiate and professional leadership to and for those staff within span of control. HUMAN, FINANCIAL AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT For the designated area of responsibility, the ADON Participates in the interview and selection of nursing personnel. Oversees the staff establishment for the areas of responsibility and ensures the daily staffing of these areas has appropriate skills and is in accordance with the budget. Oversees the training and development program for staff in the areas of responsibility to ensure staff competence. Ensures that the out of hours service is appropriate. Collaborates with the DNCS with setting the operating budget. Manages the material resources (consumables/equipment) for the all areas within scope of control within a budgeted framework. Promotes cost effective utilisation of resources. Assists in the establishment and maintenance of a prioritised capital register. Promotes cost awareness, cost containment, and conservation of resources. Complies with Hospital policies in relation to equipment trials and major equipment purchases. Is responsible for helping to identify risks; prioritising risks and providing suggestions as to possible solutions to risks to minimise exposure for the Hospital. COMMUNICATION Displays an advanced level of effective communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills. Complies with the Hospital s Code of Communication, and communicates the requirement of compliance to staff and others. Utilises appropriate communication channels to keep self and staff abreast of local and hospital wide issues. Contributes to a work environment that encourages positive staff morale, team cohesiveness, motivation and commitment and regularly attends the daily Nursing clinical handover. RISK MANAGEMENT Participate in risk reduction projects as required. Development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of hospital management program in collaboration with the Nursing and Hospital Executive
4 Maintains the Hospitals Risk Register. Manages litigation claims in conjunction with the Medical Director. Reports incidents to the Hospitals Insurer in the required format and time frames Conducts/facilitates incident investigation for the nursing division including undertaking root cause analysis, reports findings to the Risk Management and Quality Committee, and recommends risk reduction strategies. Assists non nursing areas to investigate and undertake root cause analysis, as well as having input into reporting to the Risk Management and Quality Committee with the appropriate Director. Is responsible for helping to identify risks; prioritising risks and providing expert advice as to possible solutions to risks to minimise exposure for the Hospital. PRIVACY OFFICER Undertakes Privacy Officer duties in accordance with the legislation and Hospital policy and procedures. WORK HEALTH & SAFETY (WHS) Complies with all Hospital policies and procedures relating to Work Health and Safety. Promotes Work Health & Safety policies and procedures to staff and acts on noncompliance. Responds to/reports any health and safety matter raised by any employee. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) The ADON Promotes EEO in the workplace: Treats all staff with dignity. Displays an unbiased attitude at all time. Acts immediately to stop bullying, harassment or discrimination against others, and reports problems. Works with staff to resolve EEO issues. IMPROVING PERFORMANCE The ADON: Is a role model to all staff for the concept of improving performance. Seeks and identifies opportunities for improvement in the workplace. Initiates and/or participates in performance improvement projects. Evaluates activities to ensure that improvement has resulted. Utilises evaluation of care outcomes and audit findings to improve nursing practices and standards of patient care delivery. Possesses knowledge regarding ACHS, EQuIP and ACSQHC National Standards and acts as a resource for staff.
5 Monitors agreed key performance indications for areas of control and institutes appropriate action Strives to improve own level of education and development and, that of others. Is able to evaluate own performance effectively and identify opportunities for improvement. CUSTOMER SERVICE The ADON: In collaboration with the DNCS follows up opportunities for improvement identified by complaints and feedback from key stakeholders, implements remedial action and reports issues. Maintains a strong customer service focus amongst staff by modelling and teaching appropriate behaviours. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Maintains a professional practise portfolio containing professional development evidence commensurate with the level of autonomy, and authority expected of the role. Undertakes action research to identify deficiencies or to improve nursing management and patient care practices. Knowledge and understanding of legislative responsibilities for WHS, Workers Compensation and Equal Employment Opportunity ACCOUNTABILITY TO WHOM FOR WHAT HOW MANIFEST Hospital/Director of Nursing Practice according to the philosophy and objectives of the nursing division. Fulfilment of job description. 1) Quality Programme 2) Budget preparation, review and control. Self, Peers Professional standards of practice. a) self assessment b) peer review c) continuing education......./.../... Employee Sign Date....../.../... Manager Sign Date
6 SELECTION CRITERIA: ESSENTIAL 1. Registered as a General Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and holds a current Practising Certificate. 2. Holds a relevant post graduate tertiary qualification or making substantial progress towards this requirement. 3. Has extensive recent experience in acute general nursing, preferably in relevant specialties 4. The applicant should be able to demonstrate: Knowledge and application of human and material resource management. Knowledge and application of financial management principles Knowledge and application of nursing practice Ability to identify and develop strategies to resolve problems. Ability to provide effective leadership. Knowledge and management in performance management Ability to identify and develop strategies to meet organisational goals High level interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Current knowledge of WHS legislation and EEO principles and practices A knowledge and commitment to Private Enterprise Weighting % 5 10 1010 6 6 10 DESIRABLE 1. Knowledge of current issues affecting the Health Industry 2. Knowledge and application of research process for nursing practice 3. Working knowledge of information systems applicable to nursing 4 4 3