Nurse Manager Patient Flow (Grade 5) ST VINCENT S HOSPITAL SYDNEY POSITION DESCRIPTION

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1 St Vincent s Hospital Sydney Limited ABN Victoria Street Darlinghurst NSW 2010 Telephone Facsimile Nurse Manager Patient Flow (Grade 5) ST VINCENT S HOSPITAL SYDNEY POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Nurse Manager Patient Flow (Grade 5) DEPARTMENT: AGREEMENT: Admissions Centre Named NSW (non-declared) Affiliated Health Organisations Nurses Agreement, 2017 CLASSIFICATION: Nurse Manager Grade 5 CAPABILITY LEVEL: Level 3 REPORTS TO: STATUS: Operational Nurse Manager Permanent Full Time HOURS: 38 DIRECT REPORTS: Admissions Department:- Bed Manager, Customer Service Staff, Booking Clerks, Waiting List Administrative Staff KEY RELATIONSHIPS (INTERNAL): SVHN Executive Team AHNM, through the established organisational structures Nursing Unit Managers Stream Managers Stream Directors Senior Medical Staff and their delegates Include Internal relationships KEY RELATIONSHIPS (EXTERNAL): KEY RESPONSIBILTY: As below Build and sustain effective relationships with Ministry of Health, NSW Ambulance, Non- Emergency Patient Transport (NEPT) and other relevant Stakeholders Maintain effective lines of communication and collaboration with other LHDs with respective Patient Flow Managers Engage and work in partnership with external consultants as required. LOCATION: Sydney (Darlinghurst) or as determined by the Employer UNDER THE STEWARDSHIP OF MARY AIKENHEAD MINISTRIES St Vincent s Health Network Sydney St Vincent s Hospital Sydney Sacred Heart Health Service St Joseph s Hospital

2 POSITION PURPOSE The Nurse Manager for Patient Flow will facilitate a systems focused approach to patient flow to understand, identify and resolve delays to patient care to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe and timely access to care for patients within the SVH Darlinghurst Campus. The position will drive the strategic, tactical and operational change needed to improve access to care and patient flow across the campus. Smooth patient flow processes involve all staff, patients and their families with access to care needing to be addressed in relation to: Demand and capacity analysis, predictions and variation. Discharge and transfer of care systems and practices. Hospital avoidance strategies. Involvement of Care coordinators. Community and ambulatory care initiatives. Mental health initiatives. POSITION DUTIES KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. Financial and Resource Management Facilitate the provision of quality patient care through effective utilisation of staff and resources. Provides timely, appropriate and accurate reports utilising information systems in accordance with reporting needs. In conjunction with Executive, monitor progress/ utlisation of service components/ KPI targets for the facility. Participate and provide expert guidance to the development of the organisation s patient flow strategies surrounding seasonal variation. Analyses reports and identifies trends to facilitate effective management of resources across the Organisation. Prepares plans, budgets and proposals in consultation with colleagues using accurate information. Together with other members of the Executive team monitor the progress and utilisation of the service components within the hospital. 2. Continuum of Care Ensure a seamless patient journey through the hospital and in keeping with the organisation s key performance indicators in relation to patient flow. Participates in the Development and review of the Surgical Waitlist. Supports and cooperates in organisational wide and interdisciplinary quality improvement initiatives. Ensures managers work towards achieving key challenges and the organisation s business plan to ensure the provision of quality patient care through effective utilisation of human and fiscal resources. Participates in and oversees the development of strategies for improving efficient and effective patient flow across the Organisation. Provide information and education on patient flow across the organization to create a patient orientated culture. Page 2

3 3. Leadership and Management To provide leadership and contribute to strategic planning and direction in the development, implementation and coordination of patient flow demand and activity across the campus. Develop an environment which promotes continuous improvement. Responsible for coordinating, supporting and reporting on the progress of strategies and initiatives in relation to Emergency Treatment Performance (ETP). Development of real time patient flow transition data points monitoring and facilitation of timely, transparent demand and access reports. Develop partnerships to streamline and promote successful models of care that reduce demand for acute hospital attendances and admissions. Support the Whole of Health program implementation to improve safe, timely access to care for patients and provide the central coordination point for the program. Support strategies in relation to ETP, TOC and National Elective Surgery Targets (NEST). Performs other responsibilities as delegated. 4. Challenges/Problem Solving To develop and maintain interpersonal relationships at senior levels within and outside of the organisation. To be aware of the latest evidence that drives new models of care and their implications for health service development. Facilitate patient flow across the campus responding to fluctuations in demand and capacity in a safe and timely manner. To work closely with NUMs and NMs. Cultural change in relation to demand management and models of care. Continuous collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in ensuring optimal outcomes for patients. To appropriately identify, respond to and escalate matters to the Operational Nurse Manager. 5. Communication Participates in organisational patient flow rounds and escalates to Executive team as required. Maintain contact with clinical areas/nursing personnel on a regular basis ensuring communication channels are kept open & staff have opportunity to contribute to & discuss organisation issues. Maintain and encourage open communication and liaison with multidisciplinary health professionals and support staff. Key Committees and meetings: Operational Meetings, daily bed meetings, patient flow collaborative and other initiatives surrounding patient flow as introduced by the MoH. 6. Decision Making Operate within delegated authority, performance agreement and SVHN Policy. Actively participate in decision making around strategic direction and planning, policies and procedures relevant to improving access to care and patient flow. Routine decisions relating to work priorities and workload management, content of draft reports, responses and other documents. Page 3

4 Operational human resource deployment and physical resource utlisation. Line management/ personnel decisions within scope of the role and responsibility, and consistent with SVHNS Human Resources Policies. ST VINCENT S HEALTH AUSTRALIA: IDENTITY Our organisational values are relevant to all positions. All employees are required to consistently demonstrate behaviours that support the Mission, Vision and Values of St Vincent s Health Australia and promote an ethical environment in accordance with the St Vincent s Health Australia Code of Conduct. OUR MISSION As a Catholic health and aged care service provider, our mission is to bring God s love to those in need through the healing ministry of Jesus. We are especially committed to people who are poor and vulnerable. We draw on the talents of our people and collaborate with others who share our vision and values to continue the pioneering spirit of Mary Aikenhead and the Sisters of Charity. We are committed to providing compassionate and innovative care, enabling hope for those we serve. OUR VISION To lead transformation in health care inspired by the healing ministry of Jesus. OUR VALUES Our values, based on the Gospels, reflect the healing ministry of Jesus, and act as a point of reference for our decision making which is fundamental to our catholic identity. Our values provide direction as to the type of organisation we aspire to be and the kind of behaviours we regard as appropriate to help achieve our aspirations. Our values underpin all that we do and are demonstrated through our everyday actions, giving our mission and vision life. Compassion: Caring for others with an openness that affirms life and healing Justice: Acting with courage and fairness in pursuit of what is right and just Integrity: Ensuring our actions and decisions are grounded in our values, reflecting both honesty and authenticity Excellence: Demonstrating a passionate commitment to continuous improvement and innovation OUR CARE Our Care is: Provided in an environment underpinned by our mission and values Holistic and centred on the needs of each patient and resident High quality, safe, and continuously improved to ensure best practice Innovative and informed by current research using contemporary techniques and technology Delivered by a team of dedicated, appropriately qualified people who are supported in a continuing development of their skills and knowledge Committed to a respect for life in accordance with the Gospels Page 4

5 MISSION AND CATHOLIC IDENTITY Promote the mission, vision and values of St Vincent s Health Australia, the St Vincent s Health Australia Code of Conduct, and ensure these principles are effectively integrated in all areas of responsibility Actively contribute to the development of a positive organisational culture, aligned to the mission and values of St Vincent s Health Australia. Participate in in formation programs to ensure a clear understanding of the ministry and how the changing needs and environment of the Healthcare sector may impact on the delivery of the St Vincent s Health Australia Mission. COMPLIANCE Ensure compliance across all relevant standards of accreditation and legislative requirements within areas of responsibility or as delegated by the CEO, St Vincent s Health Network Sydney. Ensure facilities operate at all times in compliance with the Catholic Health Australia Code of Ethical Standards for Catholic Health and Aged Care Services in Australia and relevant legislation. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards and industrial instruments. Operate within the delegated responsibilities and authorities as set by St Vincent s Health Australia Ensure relevant personal qualification, registrations and memberships are maintained at the required level. Ensure that employees are compliant with mandatory training requirements. Current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening& Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - Policy Directive Immunisation history complies with NSW Health Policy Directive PD2011_005 INCUMBENT CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS The incumbent shall possess and demonstrate the following core capabilities: CAPABILITY DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIOUR PERSONAL Personal Effectiveness Executes Results Sets and measures team goals, driving pursuit of higher standards of practice Learning Agility Flexibility Responds to new and complex situations by adjusting behaviour appropriately OUTCOMES Patient/ Resident Centered Patient Excellence Monitors satisfaction levels and proactively addresses issues Innovation and Improvement Continuous Improvement Anticipates problems and continuously improves systems and processes STRATEGY Driving Results Drives For Results Takes ownership for performance of team results Organisational Acumen Short Term Planning Uses information and organisational knowledge to make decisions and achieve results PEOPLE Working With and Leads Others Shares responsibilities, providing Managing Others Collaboration support and effective communication Operates Cross Functionally Develops constructive relationships across the organisation Page 5

6 SELECTION CRITERIA Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent s Health Australia. Current Nursing Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (APHRA) and relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience. Extensive knowledge of patient flow principles and best practice strategies and experience in Demand Management. Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal skills, including problem solving, negotiation, change management and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to consult and influence key decision makers to support timely access to care and improve patient outcomes efficiently. Demonstrated understanding of Hospital and Patient Flow Performance Indicators with a demonstrated ability to lead change that results in sustained improvements in performance. Proven ability to produce reports of a high standard suited to executive and Board settings, with high level analytical skills Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to motivate, inspire and manage staff to achieve service and professional goals through recognised change management processes. Page 6

7 JOB DEMANDS CHECKLIST Physical Demands Sitting - remaining in a seated position to perform tasks Standing - remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks Walking - Floor type: even / uneven / slippery, indoors / outdoors, slopes Running - Floor type: even / uneven / slippery, indoors / outdoors, slopes Bend/Lean Forward from Waist - Forward bending from the waist to perform tasks Trunk Twisting - Turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks Kneeling - remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks Squatting / Crouching - Adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks Leg / Foot Movement - Use of leg and / or foot to operate machinery Climbing (stairs/ladders) - Ascend / descend stairs, ladders, steps Lifting / Carrying - Light lifting & carrying: 0-9 kg Lifting / Carrying - Moderate lifting & carrying: kg Lifting / Carrying - Heavy lifting & carrying: 16kg & above Reaching - Arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder Pushing / Pulling / Restraining - Using force to hold / restrain or move objects toward or away from the body Head / Neck Postures - Holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) Hand & Arm Movements - Repetitive movements of hands and arms Grasping / Fine Manipulation - Gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands Work At Heights - Using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work Driving - Operating any motor powered vehicle Sensory Demands Sight - Use of sight is an integral part of work performance e.g. Viewing of X-Rays, computer screens Hearing - Use of hearing is an integral part of work performance e.g. Telephone enquiries Smell - Use of smell is an integral part of work performance e.g. Working with chemicals Taste - Use of taste is an integral part of work performance e.g. Food preparation Touch - Use of touch is an integral part of work performance Psychosocial Demands Distressed People - e.g. Emergency or grief situations Aggressive & Uncooperative People - e.g. drug / alcohol, dementia, mental illness Unpredictable People - e.g. Dementia, mental illness, head injuries Restraining - involvement in physical containment of patients / clients Exposure to Distressing Situations - e.g. Child abuse, viewing dead / mutilated bodies Environmental Demands Dust - Exposure to atmospheric dust Gases - Working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures Fumes - Exposure to noxious or toxic fumes Liquids - Working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring PPE Hazardous substances - e.g. Dry chemicals, glues Noise - Environmental / background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard Inadequate Lighting - Risk of trips, falls or eyestrain Sunlight - Risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight Extreme Temperatures - Environmental temperatures are less than 15C or more than 35C Confined Spaces - areas where only one egress (escape route) exists Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - Greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground Inadequate Housekeeping - Obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls Working At Heights - Ladders / stepladders / scaffolding are required to perform tasks Biological Hazards - e.g. exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases Frequency Frequency Frequency Frequency Page 7

8 EMPLOYEE DECLARATION I have read this position description, I understand the position requirements and position demands checklist and agree that I can fulfill these requirements to the standards outlined. I am not aware of any reason, which might interfere with my ability to perform the inherent position requirements and position demands of this position Employee Name Employee Signature Date Manager s Name Department Date Page 8