POSITION STATEMENT. CLASSIFICATION: Registered Nurse Division 1 Grade 2, Year 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

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1 POSITION STATEMENT POSITION TITLE: Registered Nurse - CSSD CLASSIFICATION: Registered Nurse Division 1 Grade 2, Year 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 AWARD: SALARY: HOURS & CONDITION DIVISION: RESPONSIBLE TO: Nurses Federal Award As per designated award As per contracted EFT Nursing Nurse Unit Manager Operating Services PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE The role of the Registered Nursein the CSSD is responsible for the delivery of sterilation services across the continuum of care to internal and external clients and departments in partnership with the Operating Services NUM. The Registered Nurse Division 1 will act as a role model and practice within the core values. Overall, the clinician will form an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team and will be required to provide highly responsive and flexible service to consumers and carers, while upholding a high level of professionalism. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Registered Nurse currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Current clinical experience with experience and knowledge within sterilization Completion of Certificate IV in Sterilization Services or working towards Demonstrate knowledge of AS 8147 and Australian Collage of Operating Room Nurses (ACORN) standard and their application to understanding of surgical aseptic technique and associated practices Demonstrate commitment to individual and staff professional development Demonstrate ability to work and communicate as part of a multidisciplinary team Demonstrate understanding of Continuous Quality Improvement Demonstrate the ability for adaption and flexibility in practice in an environment of change Computer literacy with sound ability in basic word processing and data entry Key Performance Indicators Implement and evaluate the standards of the CSSD and ensure compliance in partnership with the Operating Services NUM Recognize and responds appropriately to unexpected events or rapidly changing situations and where appropriate reports to Operative Service NUM Ensure Maintains levels of sterile supplies through the hospital and external consumer groups ensuring sterile supplies meet all standards and with particular AS 4187 Support continuous quality improvement and risk management process within PDH, the Operating Services and CSSD Ensures all surgical instrumentation is maintained in excellent working condition and problems and/or breakages are attended immediately Ensure adherence to annual compulsory education program Ensure participation and contribution to education calendar Ensure support of NUM through development of policies, procedures, audits and reports as required Provide evidence of requirements to ensure standards of AHPRA self declaration are met.

2 POSITION STATEMENT for Registered Nurse - CSSD 2 KEY EFFECTIVENESS AREAS Customer Focus Ensure professional conduct at all times, responding effectively and appropriately to the needs of the customer. Strict adherence to confidentiality requirements and privacy legislation. Practice and promote adherence to PDH Mission, Vision and Values. Participate in and attend organisation meetings and committees as required. Ability to establish standards, guidelines and principles in relation to the responsibilities of the position. Ensure knowledge of, and compliance with PDH policies, procedures and guidelines. Continuum of Care Demonstrate sound knowledge of safe practice. Support an evidenced-based approach to best practice in clinical care in the perioperative environment. Responsible for the provision of direct client clinical care, without immediate supervision. Plans, implements and evaluates care with other team members. Accountable for the standards of own delivered clinical care. Ensure the current condition and desired outcome for each client is communicated to other team members. Maintain continuity of care through development of individual care plans. Remain competent in Basic Life Support. Ensure the most economic and effective use of all supplies and equipment. Improving Performance Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and achievement of excellence in service delivery. In consultation with other senior staff develop strategic and quality improvement plans to maintain and improve standards of practice. Provide advocacy and support for clients and other staff. Responsible for maintaining own continuing education, participating in a minimum of 16 hours of core education activities per year. Develop and implement policies and procedures and recommend changes where appropriate. Participate in ongoing professional development through in-services provided by the organisation and attendance at relevant professional seminars/conferences. Maintain professional networks and current knowledge of health issues, practices and information technology. Maintain membership of relevant professional bodies. Actively seek information from PDH newsletters, bulletins and memos. Actively seek information. Human Resource Management Have an understanding with regards to EEO, anti discrimination and workplace health and safety. Maintain record of own study days, paid professional days, sick leave annual leave and long service leave. Understand the function of the Grievance & Disciplinary procedure. Ensure that performance appraisal is performed in timely manner.

3 POSITION STATEMENT for Registered Nurse - CSSD 3 Information Management Prepare reports, policies and plans in relation to clinical issues and provide recommendations to the relevant committees. Compliance with current documentation requirements. Maintain daily timesheets, worksheets, records and reports as required by the organization Safe Practice & Environment Maintain knowledge of OH&S policies and procedures, including manual handling, infection control and No Lift. Be active in the maintenance of occupational health and safety. Identify and report work place hazards and maintain a safe working environment for clients self and staff. Participate in safety and OH&S training as required. Safe Practice & Environment Ensure timely and accurate reporting of incidents. Be familiar with role in emergency and evacuation procedures and ensure all staff are also familiar. Have sound knowledge of Victorian Nurses Board regulations and ANCI competencies. Ensure knowledge of and compliance with Poisons & Controlled substances regulations. Maintain knowledge and compliance with current Infection Control practices and policies. Signature of Employee Signature of Department Head

4 POSITION STATEMENT for Registered Nurse Grade 2 4 The following criteria are requirements for all employees and will be assessed annually through the review process. Element Description Staff Comment Reviewer comment Communication Ability to gather relevant information through effective questioning. Ability to express information and ideas appropriately Read and review relevant documents Participate in meetings, committees and disseminate information as required EEO Commitment to the principles of EEO Support Cultural Diversity in the workplace Information Collect, input, use, document and report data Management Integrity Understand the implications of one s actions and act in a manner consistent with relevant policies, codes, guidelines and legislation Act in an ethical manner at all times Organisation Awareness Be aware of the organizational Mission, Vision, Values, Goals and Objectives and contribute positively to their attainment Work within the organizational policies at all People/Client Focused Environment Primary Health Quality Improvement Resource Management Safe Practice and the Environment times. Ability to set the highest standards of performance for self and others in meeting the needs of internal and external customers Promote the social view of health, early intervention and health promotion Participate in and where applicable lead educational and QI activities Work to continually improve own performance Ensure all allocated resources are managed in an efficient and accountable manner Understand responsibilities under OH&S Legislation Able to identify actual/potential work place hazards and take corrective action

5 POSITION STATEMENT for Registered Nurse - CSSD 5 Element Description Staff Comment Reviewer comment Infection Understand responsibilities and maintain Control knowledge of Infection Control procedures. Self Development The ability to understand own development needs and to recognize, create and seize opportunities to improve performance Team Work collaboration Work effectively with others to achieve mutual aims and to identify and resolve problems Influence a culture free from horizontal and vertical violence Performance Management: Your work performance will be managed on a continual basis by your immediate supervisor; you are required to participate in at least one performance review each year with your line manager. Appropriate guidelines will be used when setting and reviewing performance expectations of the role e.g. professional codes, competency standards and your position description. IMPROVEMENT PLAN Key Performance Measures Timeline or Measurable Outcome Reviewer comment Signature of employee Signature of department head -