Job Description:
JOB TITLE: INTERNAL MEDICINE CLINIC SENIOR REGISTERED NURSE
DEPARTMENT: INTERNAL MEDICINE CLINIC
NURSING (JIH) LEVEL: N4
SUMMARY:
Operates from a deep understanding of the total situation. Collaborateswith other caregivers to challenge and coordinate institutionalresources to maximize advocacy for patient and family care in achievingthe most effective outcomes.
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
Assess plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care of patientsthroughout the Internal medicine clinic
Document accurately and concisely the care provided and its outcome inboth HIS system and medical record.
Carry out investigation and treatment prescribed by the physician
Communicate and discuss patient’s response to treatment and progresswith physician and nursing colleagues assigned to patient
Participate actively in physician’s round.
Prepare and assist physician with procedures.
Collaborate and co-operate with physicians and other health careproviders in the smooth delivery of patient care and service.
Follow - up to ensure continuity of patient care and treatment plan.
Deliver safe and competent nursing care.
Demonstrate clinical skills, knowledge and critical thinking in thedelivery of patient care.
Provide patient / family information and education on diseaseprevention, process and rehabilitation.
Manage complex patient care.
Maintain and care in the use of the equipment and supplies.
Act as a resource person.
Cross-cover as head nurse assigned to other ambulatory clinics.
Supervise junior nurses and be preceptor as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Modify interventions based on a deep understanding of patient and familyneeds attained through past experiences.
Participate in interdisciplinary forums that promote an integratedapproach to patient care.
Implement unique and innovative approaches to meeting patient, family,and unit and practice concerns.
Lead / coordinate activities that impact the quality of care on the unitand / or patient population.
Act as a resource to colleagues in relation to a patient population.
Skillfully negotiate conflict to promote collaboration.
Understand her/his role as a member of the health care team.
Actively empower and advocate for patients and families to maximizetheir participation in decision-making and goal setting.
Work effectively on clinic-wide committees and initiatives.
At least 5 years working experiences in Internal Medicine out-patient clinic.
DECISION-MAKING and ANALYTICAL SKILLS:
Require the strong capability in clinical judgement and decision-makingduring the absence of team leader
Provide guidance and orientation to nursing staff assigned to the unit.
Facilitate the smooth running of the department
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills with the public and staff
Demonstrate awareness of current nursing and health care practices
Participate in research, clinical and service qclinical and servicequality activities.
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