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Purpose of the Job
Provide holistic and quality nursing care to residents on a daily basis.
Role and Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Accurate nursing documentation based on observation & assessment of the resident daily
Nursing care plan completion and implementation thereof as per assessment needs of the resident
Implement planned co-ordinated care by MDT
Detailed assessment and treatment of ailments once reported, and referral thereafter as required
Administration of medication
Ensure instructions/orders given in doctor’s rounds are implemented and documented
Adhere to all nursing and general policy and procedures as per organisation and nursing department.
Medical equipment accounted for and in working order
Clinical Risk
Utilise clinical judgement to refer and treat acutely ill/emergency residents
Liaise and inform families when resident is unwell, non-compliant or of any significant concerns
Facilitate admission to hospital as required
Supervise junior staff and assess residents regularly for possible clinical risks
Accurate recordkeeping and documentation of risks with photos etc.
Ensure residents and communal areas are hygienic and safe
Ensure infection control procedures are utilised at all times by all staff and use of PPEs
Staff Supervision/Teamwork
Accurate delegation of staff, according to scope of practice
Orientation of new staff
Report and handle complaints from residents/staff/family
Ensure that junior staff adhere and comply with all documentation and care as per policies
Facilitate cohesive teamwork that provides quality care
Performance manage junior staff as required
Handling and resolving complaints
Administration and Financial Efficiency
Check all ward stock and medical equipment
No expired stock in ward
Log and report all central facilities requests eg. Maintenance, transport as per policy
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Diploma in Nursing
Registered with SANC
3 years’ nursing experience
Preferred Skills
Organized
Respectful
Professionalism
Flexibility
Willingness to learn
Ability to mentor and train junior staff
Compassion and humility
Reliable
Conflict management
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