Anaesthetic Nurse

Job Description

Bethesda Hospital Incorporated POSITION DESCRIPTION Date: May 2021 Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Theatre Division: Clinical, Perioperative and Support Services - Theatre Reports to: Perioperative Services Manager Mission, Vision and Values Mission: To deliver the highest quality healthcare experience for patients. Vision: To be the preferred choice of Doctor’s, Staff and Patients, recognised for the provision of high-quality medium acuity surgical services and palliative care. Values: Bethesda Health Care is committed to the following values: Teamwork – we create an environment of unity and togetherness. Respect – we recognise and acknowledge the uniqueness and value of every individual. Integrity – we demonstrate honesty and trust. Compassion – we work to express God’s love through a caring expression of kindness, tolerance and tenderness. Excellence – we excel in all that we do so that we can promote the mission of our hospital. Professionalism – we have pride in the high level of care and service we offer. Staff are expected to demonstrate these values in the way they work and to live the positive behaviours as described in the Bethesda Health Care Code of Conduct and to contribute to and promote the positive working culture of the organisation. Position Summary and Role Purpose: Reporting to Clinical Nurses (CN) and the Perioperative Services Manager (POSM), the Registered Nurse (RN) provides evidence-based perioperative and post-operative nursing care to patients, as well as mentoring staff and students incorporating the values of Bethesda Healthcare. Key Working Relationships: INTERNAL: Executive, Perioperative Services Manager, Clinical Nurse Managers, Staff Development Nurse, All staff. EXTERNAL: VMO’s, Medical Companies, Nursing Agencies, Patients, Industry peak bodies, Stores and Supply, Engineering. Health, Safety and the Environment: Adhere to policies, procedures and standard operating procedures. Report incidents, hazards and injuries. Use personal protective equipment as required and directed. Raise OSH issues with OSH representative/s. Promote a safe work environment by assessing the work environment and not misusing or bypassing systems of equipment. Quality and Risk: Record initiatives and issues in Riskman. Demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement through National Quality and Safety Healthcare Standards (NQSHS), Occupational Health and Safety, achievement of hospital accreditation, and deliver a high standard of customer service at all times. Abide by Bethesda Health Care’s Code of Conduct, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and Equal Opportunity Act. Complete mandatory training and participate in development reviews. Partnering with the Consumer: Acknowledging and involving patients with their care, responding to both clinical and non-clinical queries, providing assistance as appropriate, encouraging the use of formal feedback systems. Selection Criteria: Qualifications: Essential: Registered Nurse qualification and current State registration. Current Police Check (no more than 6 months old). Current Working with Children. Desirable: Qualifications in specialist areas such as Perioperative Nursing Certificate. Tertiary qualifications. Knowledge: Essential: Current Best Practice in Nursing. Desirable: Clinical specialisation. Quality improvement and risk management frameworks. Skills: Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Well-developed organisation and time management skills. Computer and keyboard skills. Experience: Essential: Commitment to improving own knowledge base and performance. Desirable: Precepting staff and students. #J-18808-Ljbffr